Remember you get to choose how you spend the holiday season. Where will you focus your heart and your efforts? What can you eliminate this holiday season? As you know, here at Life as Mom we are all about NOT doing things you don’t want or need to do. All too often people, especially women,…
I’ve been percolating a thought recently that seems worthy of this space where we look to make Mom life stuff easier. It’s a thought that’s been helpful as I navigate relationships and contemplate my missteps in said relationships. So, consider this and tell me what you think in the comments. Anywhere on your body at…
How my preparation for Sundays and a true sabbath is evolving and why I prioritize and look forward to Rest Day Prep. I didn’t grow up observing a sabbath. My dad was a workaholic, and my mom did the best she could to solo parent five kids. She took us to church and made an…
The practice of recording your thoughts, or journaling, can help you solve problems, be more self-aware, and provide clarity. Keeping a journal can be a great way to grow as a woman and as a mom. You’ve seen them at the book store. On Pinterest, too. You may have friends who rave about their journals….
Are you ready to put guardrails on your consumption? Everywhere we turn, there’s noise. Some of it out of our control, but much of it is related to our media consumption. Yes, I know. My house is noisy. We have low ceilings, tile floors, and seven people living here. Bryan and I go to bed…
Don’t get mad, unsubscribe. Ain’t no one the boss of you. Least of all your inbox. There are things you can do to take control. As someone who loves getting mail, I welcomed the advent of email. Yes, I am old enough to remember when it didn’t exist. What was once a fun way for two…
Looking for the perfect gift for a birthday or Mother’s Day? This Christian Gift Basket is my favorite mother’s day gift basket to give, gift of a time out with God. I love making themed baskets for friends. It’s something I’ve done for years, collecting an assortment of treats to give for birthdays, Mother’s Day,…
Stuck for things to do on a day off? Monthly vacation days are a wonderful habit to develop. Learn how to plan budget-friendly vacay days so you can enjoy your free time a little bit more. Bryan and I love to travel. I think it was a test of our relationship very early on. We…