I foolishly agreed to run a huge race next spring. I think I may have lost my mind. What's worse is that when I agreed to do it, I thought it was only a 9k. And then I found out the Gate River Run is actually a 15k. Needless to say, it's a good thing that I have until next spring to prepare. This time last year, I was running every day and in the best shape of my life. I … [Read more...]
Respecting the American Flag
As a military wife and daughter, I've been raised to be a proud citizen of the United States. I was born on Clark AFB, grew up on military bases and married a man that grew up on military bases--but our kids are not. My husband finished his tour as a submariner before our kids were born. (I had this thing against being one of the woman at the pier at the end of each patrol … [Read more...]
10 ways our dogs did not prepare us for toddlers!
In honor of Throwback Thursday and because we have had an exciting couple of days dealing with an unexpected allergic reaction. I decided to write about my “first child,” Tyson, who is waiting for me over the rainbow bridge and my “second child,” Mia, who is terrorizing my brother in law and his wife now because Pea’s worst allergy is dog dander. For seven years before the … [Read more...]
Everything is Awesome because I’m running a Lego Movie Giveaway!
This Giveaway is sponsored by Warner Home Video. Despite this, the opinions stated herein are 100% my own. The Lego movie was one of the first movies the kids and I saw at the theater. I was always too chicken to bring them by myself and unwilling to spend so much money when I didn't really think my youngest would make it through an entire movie. This year has been one of … [Read more...]
Lazy but Cheap: 2 Easy money saving apps that require little to no work!
Once upon a time I tried couponing. The time involved and my lack of organizational ability made it more trouble than it was worth. You see, I am the woman that likes convenience and am usually willing to pay a little more for it. I prefer to spend my time having fun with my kids or relaxing—not cutting and organizing coupons. Besides, I rarely remember to bring them with … [Read more...]