Halloween Costumes!

Here’s my pink poodle!  How cute is that?  Too bad she says the costume is too small.  A friend gave it to us awhile ago, and I was really hoping it would fit this year.  But my little poodle says it’s “TOO TIGHT!”  Oh well, at least I can post a cute picture of her. 
“Too [...]

What to Eat at the Summer Barbeque

The 4th of July is coming which means you will be eating hamburgers and hot dogs off the grill sometime soon.  Picnics and barbeques are wonderful ways to celebrate America’s birthday, but they are not the greatest for your losing weight after baby eating plan! 
Here are a few things you can do to minimize your [...]

5 Mother’s Day Gifts to Ask For

Mother’s Day is coming up – have you given your hubby hints to what you might like?  My request was very simple.  The other day I was grilling and brushing more marinade on the chicken when the brush part fell off the handle.  It was easy to rescue but it needs to be retired after 8 [...]

How to Do Valentine’s Day On a Budget

It doesn’t take a lot of money to make Valentine’s Day very special.  My husband bought these red roses from a wholesaler and put together the arrangement himself.  Can you believe it?  He has the artistic gene in our family, not me!  I was so touched by these beautiful flowers, mostly because he took the [...]

It May Only Take a Spark, But My Matches are Wet!

Yesterday, I had the privilege of speaking at MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) at Journey Community Church.  My topic was “It May Only Take a Spark, But My Matches are Wet!”  Romance after baby can be difficult.  After all, you’re time and sleep deprived many days.  But sex is such an important part of a marriage.  [...]

Now About Those Christmas Pounds…

I trust you had a wonderful Christmas celebration with your family!  Turkey, gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and the yummy list goes on!
So now the reality is we’ve all gained a few pounds that we need to lose in January.  Or else our pants are going to fit too tightly in the New Year!
Here [...]

Merry Christmas!

 MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE! 
Here’s to peace on earth,
losing a few pounds in January,
good friends, good health,
and the wonderful love of a baby
shown at Christmastime.
Thank you God for the gift of your son, Jesus!

Christmas Carols!

We had a great time at a Christmas celebration at church!  Our 4 year old sang in the kids choir (he’s standing second from the left).  They sang ”Come on ring those bells!”  Our children’s pastor actually asked our son to be Joseph (imagine the photo ops with that one!) but my son was very sure [...]

Miscarriage to Miracle

Every Christmas, I must remember Angel Rose…and smile.
In 2005, I was pregnant with a remarkable little girl at Christmastime.  We found out at Thanksgiving that she had defects that would cause her heart to stop beating in a matter of days or weeks.  But it was Christmas and she was still fighting.  Her little heart [...]

Do you eat when you’re stressed?

When you get overwhelmed by the 10 Christmas gifts you still need to buy (5 of which actually have to be sent somewhere!), do you ever turn to food?  If so, you’re not alone!
Stress can push us to find solace in a cookie, bag of chips, slice of pie, bowl of ice cream…you get the [...]