When we think "self-care" we often think expensive and/or time-consuming but most of us -- especially us moms -- can't realistically commit to weekly massages or sunrise yoga sessions. (This is the part where I picture you murmuring something along the lines of "As if!" under your breath.) So I guess we should just … [Read more...] about Quick and easy self care ideas
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Short “anywhere workout” for busy moms
Hey, y'all! We survived the hurricane here on the North Carolina coast and although our town and surrounding areas had (and still have) quite a lot to deal with, our house fared well. I ended up evacuating with kids and dogs while Ken stayed in town because he is considered "essential personnel" at the hospital. We … [Read more...] about Short “anywhere workout” for busy moms
Self care: because if Mama ain’t happy…
My life as a mom has (so far!) included 5 kids, 3 adoptions, 2 son/daughter in-laws, and 5 grandkids -- plus 11 years homeschooling. So I've learned a thing or two along the way. Here's a big one: that saying about "if mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy" is entirely true. Go ahead, ask me how I know. I like to … [Read more...] about Self care: because if Mama ain’t happy…
2017 Goals
I'm not a big resolution setter. After all, who can compare to the Godfather of Resolutions? But I do like to set goals, and the beginning of a new year is as good a time as any. I revisit my annual goals again at my birthday since the anniversary of my birth seems like another logical time for analyzing life; in my … [Read more...] about 2017 Goals