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Hello readers! I’ve been getting my house in shape very slowly for the fall season; breaking out my fall decorations and working on my decluttering goals for this year. Now if I could just convince my husband to help me set up for a yard sale… One thing I’ve noticed that needs some adjusting is my kitchen storage. And my kitchen isn’t even particularly small! As moms, sometimes it feels like we spend 75% of our days in the kitchen. Someone is ALWAYS needing something to eat. Especially if your kitchen is small,  it can start to look a little cluttered. It may be timeRead More →

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The other day, I was contemplating the many hats I wear as a stay-at-home mom. I’m a chef and snack-purveyor. I’m a laundry service, nutritionist, playmate and maid. And I’m especially a teacher. But then I thought of something else. I’m not just a teacher; I’m also a student. And I’m here to tell you: Moms, study your kids.  Sometimes I get so caught up in a list of things I want to teach my boys that I can forget to sit back and watch them interact with their world. I can easily overlook their interests while trying to bridle them with my own agenda. Read More →

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Hello my fellow eaters! Today I’m sliding another recipe your way. One thing my family seems to eat a lot of is pesto. And one thing I’ve missed since adopting a plant-based lifestyle is creamy white pasta sauces. (But I haven’t missed the heavy, yucky feeling I get after eating them!!) Enter: My favorite self-invented staple: vegan pesto cream sauce. Make It Vegan Or Take the Easy Way Out Now, to say this is vegan is slightly misleading. We eat as vegan as possible most of the time, however we don’t eat SO much pesto that I am willing to go out and hunt down pre-madeRead More →

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There was once a time when I kept my home immaculate. I enjoyed cleaning and swapping out decor, it was always sparkling, smelled gorgeous and was ready for any drop-ins. But then, two tots came along. *Cue the scary organ music.* Now the place is a heinous wreck half the time. And the tidy half only lasts about 10 minutes. I love my kids and wouldn’t change them for the world, but trying to maintain a nice home while looking after them and giving them the freedom they need to learn and play can be a task. Truly, an impossible task. On top of theRead More →

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I’ve really got my hopes up for fall to get here soon. I’m hoping the summer heat wave will feel like a distant memory soon. On the coast, the leaves don’t really change colors—everything pretty much goes from green to dead. But, thankfully, I’m in my hometown for a while and the leaves are starting to change here. And even though it’s hot, there’s starting to come a gentle breeze.  When fall finally does make its appearance in NC, one of the things I’m looking forward to most is cozy nights in at home. We’ve recently been displaced from our home for a time becauseRead More →

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It’s not like moms have a ton of time to bake with small children clinging to their ankles. I myself can hardly get 5 minutes to chop veggies for dinner without first making sure my toddler is parked in front of the TV. But when I do have time to bake, I try to bake healthy. What mom doesn’t want that? Especially with fall approaching, I’m revving up my mixer. Because there’s no better time for baking!! Whether you are baking cakes or something savory, there are ways of making your recipe healthier without compromising flavor or texture. There are modifications you can make toRead More →

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I don’t know about you other work from home moms, but I have mixed feelings about the situation. Sometimes life’s a breeze. There are days I feel like I really get the best of both worlds. I’m able to work as it suits my needs, control my income, and put my family first while maintaining something purposeful for myself. I knew from the moment my first son was born that I wanted to stay home. And I’m so thankful. However, there are also days it’s really tough. There are plenty of days I find it hard to strike a balance. It’s a whole different ballRead More →

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A few days ago, I walked outside to load the kids in the car for a morning playdate and, to my dismay it was actually chilly. And there were leaves on the ground. I was so surprised. But then I remembered I don’t live in the center of North Carolina anymore where fall is a true season. On the coast there are essentially only two seasons: HOTHOTHOT or relatively cold. Fall and spring only last about two weeks each. Even though it’s been blazing outside since May, I’ve tried my best to keep the kiddos outside. Not to mention out and about for playdates asRead More →

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When I think of a bedroom being a happy place, I always think back to when I was a kid. Maybe seven or eight years old, little sister not far behind me. We were homeschooled, so we slept in some days, but on the days we managed to get up earlier than my mom, we’d slide down the stairs on our rears and sneak in through the cracked door. I remember the fan casting a gentle breeze, the sunlight creeping in, and the morning quiet. And I remember it even being a retreat at night when I was older. I used to love to stayRead More →

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If there’s something I’ve learned about finances as a stay-at-home mom, it’s this: living on one income is a challenge! It takes serious budgeting and even sacrifice at times to make it work. It’s no wonder many SAHMs decide to supplement with a side income by taking up a part-time job or start their own business. (Sometimes finances being a secondary reason to do so—the first being sanity.) Personally, I do a conglomeration of things to bring in small bits of money. Though, with a two-year-old and a 6-month-old, there aren’t many long-term jobs I can commit to. At least, nothing that can’t be doneRead More →