Other than Thigh Chaffing is Real… If you follow along with me on Instagram, you know that I recently started running.  I’ve always enjoyed exercising, but I have adamantly been against running.  Frankly, it’s hard, and I didn’t think I was “made” for it.  Whatever that means. I got tired of telling myself that I […]

As a mom, I think it is crucial to build community to support one another. All of us have different skills, expertise, and talents. It’s when we come together that we are able to utilize the experience, knowledge, and skills of everyone involved to achieve a shared goal. It was such a pleasure collaborating with […]

With two businesses, two kids, two dogs (I’m beginning to sound like Noah’s ark), and two one husband, we have a lot going on around here.  No doubt you do to, so I’m eager to share with you how I keep up with schedules, tasks, etc. using my daily planner. I’m not a teacher, and […]

(This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. There is no additional cost to you.) Here are 6 Tips to Thrive in the Dog Days of Summer with Kristin Ferree of Crystal Coast Family If your summer has lost its sparkle, you will want to read this!  Caroline’s friend […]

If you are a mom, you know dealing with kids’ clothing is a huge task. Kids’ clothes are a never-ending cycle of too big, too small, hand-me-downs, worn out, etc. Here’s how I handle it in my house, and I hope some of these tips will work for you! To give some perspective, I have […]

Hello sweet summer and sunshine!  Ok, so it’s not quite summer yet, but temps are rising in Eastern North Carolina, and we are already looking forward to long days on the boat and nights by the firepit.  (I’ll have to show you the firepit and patio my husband and I built recently!  I’m still recovering […]

First, let me start off by saying I LOVE The Container Store! Really. I could browse for hours, and I really wish there was one in Eastern North Carolina.  But before you plan your trip to The Container Store, you must do this one thing! You must declutter!  Don’t close the tab!  Hear me out! I […]

I was scrolling through my podcast episode library the other day and stopped in my tracks.  My podcast library is full of podcasts related to business, fitness, nutrition, spiritual/mental health, and some lighthearted ones like Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard.  (No true crime for me!) What stopped me was the titles of some of my […]

For so long the idea of self-care really stressed me out.  I know it doesn’t make sense at first, but to me, it always felt like one more thing to add to my to-do list.  The last thing I needed was more on my list whether it was to “care for myself” or not. I […]

I am so excited to offer some serious help in the kitchen. No, I’m not going to cook for you, but I will help you get organized with a free 5-Week Take Control of Your Kitchen email challenge! So many of you have asked for help organizing the kitchen, but I kept putting it off […]