How often do you take a break from responsibility? I mean, true breaks! Not a day where someone takes the kids & you spend your time working or running errands, but a break where you have time to yourself. Today, I had such a break. The first break that was all about what I wanted to […]
It’s Time to Twitter PAR-TAY!
We are having my *NEW* business Launch Party on Twitter to discuss all things SKIN & BEAUTY! From topics ranging from what you find the most beautiful about your skin all the way to what concerns you the most about our skin PLUS you will be introduced to the Rodan & Fields company & product (Pssst….you’ve […]
Baby Kaden & Stone Family Fundraiser
Most of us know Diana Stone from her blog Hormonal Imbalances. I started reading her blog day one of Mommy Monologues. I even emailed her questions when this crazy lady aka psycho kept sending me insane emails. Diana had the best sense of humor about it & helped this newbie navigate the world of blogging. […]
This crazy, busy life
Two kids. My husband. The dog. Selling a house. Or wanting to sell a house. Go to church. Cook meals. Clean up meals. Entertain kids. Nap time. Cook another meal. Clean up another meal. No wait, too tired to clean up. That can wait. Put the kids to bed. Do the dishes. Wash the windows. […]
Kitchen & Wet Bar Countertop Makeover
(Before & After Photos are posted below) When Lboy was about 15-18 months old, I burned a nice little ring in the (ugly) laminate countertops while cooking dinner one night. He grabbed my ankles as I was pouring out grease & it was either burn the countertop or burn the baby. There’s really no reason […]
I’m all over the place
If you’re wondering where I’ve been…. I’m all over the web these days. Today, I’m over at Just a Bit of Magic telling you all about the time my parents loaded up 5 kids & headed out with no plan for an entire vacation for 14 days. It was literally the best vacation ever! I’m […]
A New Meme: Old School Blogging
1. What were you doing 10 years ago? In March of 2003, I was a freshman was University of the Ozarks. We had just finished our basketball season & for the first time that year I was able to live in complete collegiate freedom. No more practices, no more coach telling me what to do, […]
My Grandfather, My Hero
This is my grandfather on November 24, 1945 after 2 years, 6 months & 4 days of service in World War II. He served on the USS Harold C. Thomas in the South Pacific (pictured below.) He was 20 years old. Can you imagine being 18 & risking your life for your country? WOW! We […]
No Baby Books Here
I have a confession: Hi my name is Kate and I’ve never kept a baby book for my kids. GASP! I’ve always felt a little guilty about it, especially since my mother was amazing about keeping a baby book for her kids. We also live in the Pinterest age of all these crafty & organized […]
Stop Gendercide: It’s a Girl
“Today, India & China eliminate more girls than born in America every year.†I’m posting 2 videos here today, both of which you need to see. The first one is a trailer for an amazing documentary titled “It’s a Girl” & the other is the director discussing it at a TedX event. I hope that […]
