This morning I got a call from Number 5 who is ten years old at 6:40 am. I had just pulled into the parking lot for the last day of a 3-day meet Number 4 is swimming in. Number 5 had just woken up and she just wanted to say hello. I talked to her […]
In the Kitchen
15 Reader-Recommended Websites To Help You Get Started With Meal Planning
One of the biggest mindset shifts I have had to make since becoming a mom is the belief that I should be doing everything by myself. Ten years ago I really believed good moms did everything themselves. They were disciplined and organized and efficient in all areas of their lives and they had single-handedly figured […]
A Really Nice Thanksgiving
Out Thanksgiving morning started off with a turkey trot. All the kids were originally going to run it with me but one of the boys had runner’s remorse and one was sick. So it was just the girls today. All three girls kicked my ass. Number 4 finished in a (disappointing for her but I’d-kill-for-that-time) […]
I’m Bringing Back Sunday Dinner
With the craziness of our weeknights, I really want to bring back the Sunday night dinner whenever I can. Tonight I did. I had planned out dinners for the week last Monday, and I had everything I needed already. Here’s what was on the menu tonight: Roast chicken: (I used this recipe from Allrecipes.com. Everyone […]
5 Simple Ways To Begin The Habit Of Meal Prepping
There is no doubt that meal prep is a great way to save time and money and create healthy options for you and your family that you can heat up quickly on busy week nights or just grab and eat. But if you’ve never done it before, it can seem overwhelming. Especially if you venture […]
End-Of-The-Week Update
I bet you thought I fell off the organization/keeping my kitchen clean new-and-improved Susie wagon. I HAVEN’T. I just wanted to give you a quick update to keep you inspired and on the path to freedom! It’s Friday night. I am leaving in a few minutes for a concert that Number 4 and 5 are […]