Creating a Detailed Home Emergency Plan There are many different types of emergencies that you might be faced with in your home. If you are homeowner or even a renter some of these different types of emergency plans are things that you should have in place. Getting Started The first thing that you need to do when you are creating a detailed home emergency plan is to grab a three ring binder, dividers, and sheet protectors. A great home … [Read more...]
Our Family Is Growing!
Last week my husband and I decided that it was time to open our home to a dog again. It had been several years since our beloved Daisy May Wildflower passed and now that Emma and Ethan were older, they were asking for one. We knew they were finally at an age to help take care of one. We visited several local shelters and came across this little girl at Wayside Waifs. Because she came in as a stray, she didn't have a name. The shelter … [Read more...]
You’ve Had A Car Accident | Now What?
What To Do If You Are In A Car Accident Everyone has been "schooled" on how to drive. It could have been through a driver's ed course, a family member or friend teaching you or just by studying the manual. It doesn't really matter how many lessons you've had or how good a driver you are, sometimes car accidents are just unavoidable. What I don't remember from driver's ed is what to do if you are in a car accident. With all of the winter … [Read more...]
Best Dinosaur Museums for Families
Best Dinosaur Museums for Families A family vacation almost always includes the chance to visit a local museum or learning institution, and dinosaur museums top the list. There are so many museums, big and small, around the country that make great day trips for families with dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages. From city museums to small, university museums, these exhibits feature the most impressive and important finds, give a behind the scenes … [Read more...]
Beyond Textbooks and Clothes | Back to School Tips
Beyond Textbooks and Clothes | Back to School Tips Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. It's mind blowing to me that I am just months away from having half of my children in college. My oldest son is currently a senior in high school and my oldest daughter is a senior in college and due to graduate in December of 2015. This paired with two in elementary school takes back to school planning to a new level for … [Read more...]
5 Tips When Coming Home with a Newborn | #WIN $100 GC | #UnstoppableMoms
I wrote this post as part of my participation in a blog tour for The Motherhood on behalf of the makers of Children’s MOTRIN® and received compensation to thank me for taking the time to participate. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Something happens with a woman becomes a mom. Although you can't see it, I really think a superhero cape sprouts out her backside. Some how this woman that would forget where her head was if it wasn't … [Read more...]





















