First of all, isn't Julia's piano teacher just stunning? Allow me to introduce you to Ursula. When you walk into her home, you are surrounded by sweet drawings and notes her students have given her. She fills up a room with laughter and compliments and really zeroes...
Disclosure: Kroger/Banner invited me to create posts about the Fuel Crew Mom campaign, and provided me with compensation to thank me for my participation and post. Have you ever wished that you could use coupons at the gas pump? I know I have! I'll go to the grocery...
Friends! You raised $400 for Riley's adoption! Guess what?! The invoice we just received for having a second lawyer added to Riley's case (due to legal circumstances) was $375.00! You are such a blessing. Thank you! I've told you about my friend, Marissa. She is...
Disclosure: This is a Chick-Fil-A sponsored post as a member of Mom It Forward. The tasting party was sponsored by Chick-Fil-A. My opinions are 100% my own. I am also a member of the Chick-fil-A mom's panel. Last night, friends from my MOPS group and a few blogger...
We have a date. We have a date! We have a DATE! On September 4th, Riley will become an Eschbach. When I first received the letter from the court with the date, I was disappointed that it seemed so far away. Then, I felt guilty for not sharing the date right away. I...
This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #FlavorforLess http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV Julia's birthday party was last weekend. We had fourteen...
"The modern habit of saying, 'Every man has a different philosophy; this is my philosophy and it suits me'--the habit of saying this is mere weak mindedness. A cosmic philosophy is not constructed to fit a man; a cosmic philosophy is constructed to fit a cosmos. A man...
Disclosure: I was given a Pic 'n' Prop kit by Hallmark to review. I am so thankful for companies that work with me to provide quality products for my readers and my family. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255:...
Nate's 11th birthday was yesterday. I had been invited to see Disney's Million Dollar Arm, so I had planned to take him as my +1 for some special time together. It was so fun to take him and keep him out late on a school night - we are such rebels! From the moment he...
{Thank you, Nancy, for coming over and taking pictures! I will cherish these always!} The first thing you should know is that today is Nate's birthday. But I haven't told you about Julia's birthday, yet, so I felt that I should at least do it in order. (You're...
Two Saturdays ago, I drove up to Paradise Bakery to meet a new friend. I had agreed to host an (in)RL meet up through (in)courage, a website for women. Last year, I hosted a meet up and no one came. (It's a little hard to write that - even still - it makes me feel a...
I am a member of the Collective Bias®  Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. #FamilyMobile #CollectiveBias Last September, Brian and I took Julia to purchase her first...
Disclosure: I am participating in a Bloggin' Mamas campaign and received a pair of Lysse Capri Pants to facilitate my review. No monetary compensation was received and all opinions are my own. Hey Moms ÂOut with your sweats! A new EASY, stylish way to dress from...
I've told you about my photo walks with Nancy - right?! Well, this day, I wanted to share one of my favorite spots to shoot with her. This girl is teaching me more about love. Nancy's heart is always, always consumed with prayers for orphans. She would rescue every...
Photo Credit : Josh Hallett On Saturday morning of the conference, the kids and Brian were welcomed into a breakfast in the main conference room with the other conference family members - while I headed into another conference room with the conference attendees. It...
Here in the desert, we are bracing for summer. Most people are saying that we are in our last week of beautiful spring weather and those hot temps are coming fast. I wanted to take you on a walk around my neighborhood before we enter our summer hibernation. These...
Two new saints - Popes, John XXIII and John Paul II have been recognized by the Catholic Church. Recognized. Not voted in, not awarded. Recognized. What is a saint? Saints, broadly speaking, are those who follow Jesus Christ and live their lives according to his...
At the Disney Social Media Celebration, we were treated to a preview of the new Disneynature Bears Movie! I truly enjoyed the stunning cinematography. The beautiful scenes paired with John C. Reilly's narration tell the story of a mother caring for her two brand new...
My sweet ten year old son loves all things computer. One day, he wants to design computer games. The best part is that I think he can do it - really, really. We were invited to test out the New WILD KRATTS app from PBS Kids. I thought it would be the perfect...
Riley and I just finished watching it and we loved it! Disclosure : I received this preview from Klout and I am thankful to get to share it with you!