Many of my readers are busy moms with active lifestyles. It's not easy fitting in crafting time. Sometimes, shopping for a gift is much easier than making something. But I love to personalize my gifts--with decoupage projects. If I have the time, I enjoy making decoupage gifts. Decoupage is quick but beautiful--like this plate. It literally means "paper and … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Use Essential Oils to Help Anxiety
Moms and kids are feeling more anxiety and stress in their daily lives than ever before. Rather than be prescribed medications, more and more people are searching for alternative ways to manage their anxiety. Whether you have daily anxiety, situational anxiety, panic attacks, or you simply have a hard time managing stress in your life, there are some great alternatives for … [Read more...]
5 Reasons to Rock a Planner
I have always been planner obsessed. To keep track of important dates, I always use a paper planner. When it comes to documenting and tracking the things I do, I am very detailed. I like to know what I did when and see the patterns. (I know, I am a lifelong member of the nerd club.) But I am not so good with planning. In fact, I am terrible at it and am continously striving to … [Read more...]
Healthy Snacks to Keep Around the House
As an active Mom, I think it is important to model healthy eating habits. After all, food is fuel. Keeping healthy snacks to keep around the house makes it much easier to keep my family eating beneficial foods even while snacking. I am constantly on the look out for new snack ideas to change it up so nobody gets tired of the usual snacks! I found so many wonderful new recipes … [Read more...]
Simply Delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie
I'm a great big fan of strawberry cheesecake everything. But I am not a fan of how many calories are packed into one slice! That's why I perfected the low carb version that can be found in my free Guilt Free Desserts ebook. I also snack on Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Pops and sip on this delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie. This is definitely one of my … [Read more...]