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Updated on October 28, 2020October 28, 2020Family Health Mom Life

What’s In a Name?

The name Jake Taylor is so much more than just a name. His name symbolizes so much about my mom that I loved. His sweet personality, his amazing dimple, and his caring, sweet nature are what my mom gave me as her last gift.

Updated on October 28, 2020September 23, 2020Family Health Mom Life

What it’s like to have Thyroid Cancer

When someone tells you you may have cancer, time literally stands still. My mom had passed away from lung cancer only two years before this and I had a four-year-old and one year old at home.

Updated on August 28, 2020August 28, 2020Beauty Fashion Trends Mom Life Style Teach

How to be Comfortable and Stylish for Back to School in 2020

So, I decided to focus my energy on thinking of fun ways to make this back to school season bearable. Here is a list of things that all teachers should have for this upcoming school year.

Updated on August 19, 2020August 19, 2020Home Mom Life

Embracing Our Historical Home

We fell in love with our house immediately after seeing it because of its charm and authenticity. It is an 1800 farmhouse that had been updated with love over the years.

Updated on August 14, 2020August 14, 2020Teach Things To Do

A Middle School Teacher’s Guide to Online Learning

I have a new teacher toolbox that I hope will make the transition into this new school year a bit easier.

Updated on August 1, 2020August 1, 2020Beauty Fashion Trends Mom Life Style Things To Do

The Great Big Nordstrom Sale Preview

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s my Christmas- the Nordstrom Sale! I have been shopping this sale for years and I look forward to it every July.

Updated on July 28, 2020July 28, 2020Mom Life Teach

A Teacher’s View on Going Back to School

I am not sure if, when or how I will be going back to school in September and that is more frightening than the usual back to school jitters we all experience as August approaches.

Updated on July 27, 2020July 27, 2020Beauty Fashion Trends Mom Life Style

I’ve Been #Influenced

I admit it, I am an influencers dream! I scroll through Instagram, Facebook and LiketoKnow.it and get caught up in the #ads and #sponsored posts and my rational brain goes out the window.

Updated on July 25, 2020July 25, 2020Fashion Trends Mom Life Style

90’s Trends That Are Back And I Am Here For

Growing up in the 80s and 90s, I have seen my fair share of the trends that have come and gone. Yes, I rocked a side pony and bangs and crimped my hair. I also donned overalls and Doc Martens with a black, velvet chocker.