When someone asks, "How are you?" the common response is "good" or "fine" right? But for years now, my first thought has been "surviving." To be clear, there's nothing bad about my life so this isn't meant to be a post where I complain to get attention. Mostly, I feel like … [Read more...] about Getting Out of Survival Mode
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My Adult Bedtime Routine to Get More Sleep
Parents are told that kids function better when they have a consistent bedtime routine and get ~10+ hours of sleep (depending on their age). Sure, makes sense. For adults, all the health articles, doctors, advice, etc. consistently recommend 7+ hours of sleep to function. … [Read more...] about My Adult Bedtime Routine to Get More Sleep
“Smart Cookie” Holiday Teacher Gift Idea
When it comes to the holidays, I love making sure my kids' teachers know how appreciated they are. But since every teacher has different likes and dislikes, what's the best way? As a new mom, I gave candles, insulated tumblers, homemade hand scrub, chocolates or a cutesy … [Read more...] about “Smart Cookie” Holiday Teacher Gift Idea
TheraICE RX Review: Migraine Relief Hat
If you suffer from bad headaches or migraines like I do, you've likely tried a variety of options to help stop an oncoming migraine or find fast relief. I hate taking medicine as my default, and loved that the TheraICE RX migraine relief hat was re-usable and easy to use so I … [Read more...] about TheraICE RX Review: Migraine Relief Hat
The Day I Realized Nobody Cares
A few months ago, I was getting ready for a friend's wedding. I was fretting over which jewelry and shoes I'd wear or what my hairstyle should be. And then I realized... nobody cares! In the nicest way, it really didn't matter. I wasn't in the bridal party. I didn't know … [Read more...] about The Day I Realized Nobody Cares