Motherhood is a marathon. Enjoy the run.
You probably know by now that I'm a coffee drinker. I love my morning coffee. Truly, I do. What makes my morning coffee even sweeter (besides the milk and sugar I add to it) is that it takes literally seconds to brew the perfect amount right into my favorite cup! If you haven't met the Keurig yet, please allow me to introduce to you one of my favorite kitchen appliances. No more … [Read more...]
Lincoln recently had the privilege of receiving in the mail this beautiful, hand-made taggie (tactile blanket) from Sweet Swag by Sarah. I just love the owls! But Lincoln, of course, loves all the different ribbons and textures. Here is a close-up so that you can see it in better detail. This is a small blanket made specifically for baby to hold and cuddle! It is approximately 12" x … [Read more...]
If you missed the opportunity yesterday to get your free copy of 42 Days to Fit, don't worry! Tuesday, February 5th, and Wednesday, February 6th, 42 Days to Fit is only 99¢!! Never heard of 42 Days to Fit and you're wondering what it's about? What You'll See in 42 Days to Fit Each week, you'll see two challenges. One is a food challenge with (again) realistic dietary changes that focus … [Read more...]
***If you missed this post the day the book was FREE, click here to get it for only 99¢ and to enter for a chance to win a $50 Giftcard.*** Besides getting asked HOW we got 8 boys, one of the most common questions I get asked is, "how have you lost the weight after each of those pregnancies?" I decided to share that journey with you here last summer. It's been a few months since I shared … [Read more...]
I'm so excited that I am getting to go to the Homeschool Moms' Winter Summit this year! You may have heard me talk about my friend Connie from Smockity Frocks a time or two. When she mentioned the conference, and where it was being held this year, I knew I had to go. The Winter Summit desires to instill within the often weary and embattled homeschool mom the encouragement and empowerment she … [Read more...]
Plan It, Don't Panic, by Stephanie Langford of Keeper of the Home, is a complete meal planning resource designed to help you and your family eat better and save you time, money and stress. Who doesn't need help in this area? Stephanie has done all the thinking for you, having had years of experience in the kitchen cooking nutritious meals for her growing family. She's put it all together … [Read more...]
Crystal, from Money Saving Mom is giving away TWO copies of her e-book, 21 Days to a More Disciplined Life! You'll definitely want this book to start off 2013! You may remember why I said I needed this book. If not, click here to read. Crystal's book, 21 Days to a More Disciplined Life may not have all the answers to pulling myself (or yourself) up by the bootstraps and getting … [Read more...]
That's right y'all! Stacy's designs are as cute as a baby's, well, never mind. But really. Would you take a look at some of the stuff she does? There is no limit to the woman's craftiness! See for yourself. Stacy designs it all! From burp cloths and boys' and girls' clothes to shopping cart covers, monogrammed blankets, even diaper cakes! Be sure and check out Stacy's … [Read more...]
Stacy from Stacy Makes Cents, has put together a fantastic collection of slow cooker meals, just perfect for busy moms like you and me! In Crock On! you will find 40 brand new, never-published recipes, straight from Stacy's crock pot to yours. Made from scratch, using wholesome ingredients without costing you a full day in the kitchen, you will find the step-by-step instructions for … [Read more...]
Is the thought of deep-cleaning a joke to you because surface cleaning overwhelms you? My friend Dana from A Slob Comes Clean has written a wonderful e-book called 28 Days to Hope for Your Home. In this well-written, funny, AND practical guide, Dana, also known as "Nony the Slob", shows us how to transform our home from "don't-answer-the-door-just-pretend-we're-not-home" to a more orderly home … [Read more...]
Hi, I'm Brandy, and I'm so glad you're here! I hope you'll kick off your shoes and stay a while!
As a homeschooling mom to EIGHT BOYS, I find lots to talk about, including the challenges and beauty of this amazing season of motherhood.
It is indeed a marathon. Thanks for joining me!
