Mom. Wife. Busy Life.

  • 5 After School Snack Ideas

    I work from home most of the day and keep two of my children home with me. I guess you can call me a WAHM (work-at-home mom). My 4 year old daughter and my 4 month old baby boy require a lot of attention during the day. I take several breaks from my work to…

  • How to Teach Kids to Save Money

    Over the last two years, my husband and I have been working on getting our finances in order. We’ve always considered ourselves as “frugal” and we do love to save money and invest in our future. However, we knew that we could do an even better job of saving, especially now that we have three…

  • The Importance of Family Game Nights

    The Importance of Family Game Nights The Importance of Family Game Nights My husband and I made a commitment to spend more quality time with our children this year. My girls are at the age where they both enjoy playing games and they ask us regularly to play games with them. I believe that a family…

  • Introducing Your Pet and New Baby

    If you are bringing home a new baby soon and have a pet, read our tips for introducing your pet and new baby for an easier and happier transition for all! Candie has been our family pet since 2005. I received her as a birthday present shortly after my husband and I were married. Fast…

  • Sundae Fundae Ice Cream

    Treat the kids to a Sundae Fundae Ice Cream party! This is such a simple set up that you can do at home during the summer or at an event like a birthday party. The beginning of summer is approaching quickly. When I think of summer, I think of swimming, backyard BBQs, and plenty of…

  • What to Consider When Buying a Family Car

    If you are like me and have a family, you probably spend a lot of time in your vehicle driving kids to and from school, sports events, church activities, errands, etc. When we started our family, we purchased a brand new car. We didn’t think ahead too far into the future, but our family grew…

  • Are Your Kids Involved In Too Many Activities This Summer?

    Extracurricular activities are a great way for your kids to socialize with others, burn off some energy and learn important life skills. They are tons of fun, and there are always plenty to choose from. Unfortunately, however, when it comes to extracurricular activities, it is possible to have too much of a good thing. Are…