At the start of 2020, I did something a bit unconventional. (But let's be real: convention was not working for me.) I got rid of my laundry baskets.
Yes. I got rid of my laundry baskets.
That may not sound extreme....
There was once a time when I could barely keep my head above water. I had two children who were ages two and under, my husband was full-time in a PhD program, and I worked from home. Money was...
We all love a great deal, and with the economy the way it is right now, finding more ways to stretch the dollar is paramount. Here are some tips on how to make your money go further.
Take Advantage of...
I’m sitting in the Orlando airport waiting to get home after a wonderful weekend with just my husband to celebrate my birthday!
It's often assumed that having a birthday so close to Christmas would probably suck, but I love It....
The holidays are here and I don't know about you, but my Secret Santa list is getting longer and longer. Don't get me wrong … I love Secret Santa gift exchanges. Like weirdly love them, but sometimes it's hard...
If you told me ten years ago that at age 36 I would be a proud and open member of the LGBTQ+ community, I would not have believed you. Not that I ever had anything against those on the...
Dear Boys,
There is Santa Claus.
When I was young, there were Christmas seasons our family had very little. My sister, brother, and I never knew, because our hearts were so full of the holiday magic happening around us. I remember...
For a variety of reasons, many of us become stay-at-home moms after birth. However, there comes a point when our sweet babies are in school, and then what? We can either transition to housewife (or "homemaker"), or we can...
My little one just turned three and it is getting more difficult to keep her entertained for any extended period of time. I stay home with her and she currently does not attend pre-school, so we have a LOT...
Today, there are thousands of children out there in need of a loving home. There are thousands of families out there aching for someone they haven’t met yet.
Fortunately, we have great news for everyone out there thinking about or...
Lately, I have been addicted to watching psychological thriller movies. I love the rush of adrenalin, the suspense, the cold sweat, the thudding of my heart for what will happen next, and the twist you never see coming. Usually,...
Growing up the holidays were a great time for my family and me. We enjoyed a delicious Thanksgiving and Christmas meal. Our home was filled with love, laughter, and the fragrance of pine or cinnamon sticks.
As a child, I...
The pollen has fallen, so it must be time for spring cleaning.
Like many of you, I have taken notes from Marie Kondo's Konmari system of tidying up. And like many of you, my closet was a big daunting area...
Spring is here and right along with it comes some beautiful weather. That gorgeous weather means it's a great time to spend some quality family time outdoors.
One way you can do that is to create a fairy garden together....
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Columbia Family Events | May
May in Columbia is full of fun – from puppet shows, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make...
