Is Technology Really Harming Kids? | #technology
The question of whether or not technology is harming kids is constantly being raised by parents and teachers alike. On the one hand, the exposure that tweens and teens may have to less than positive things is high. On the other hand with all the parental controls available for the Kindle and computer, the risk of kids stumbling across things they shouldn't can be greatly lowered. With supervision and moderation, the internet can in many ways help kids. Those fickle tweens and teens who won't touch the library, might be open to the idea of reading a book on the Kindle.…
7 Strategies for Getting Pregnant and Becoming a Mommy and Daddy
Some pregnancies happen without planning. But for couples who are ready to become parents, myriad strategies exist to ensure that the process of conceiving is as effective and stress-free as possible. From maintaining a healthy diet to visiting the doctor, both men and women can take steps to make sure their fertility is at its peak. Track Ovulation One of the best ways to go about getting pregnant is to figure out when ovulation happens. First of all, stop taking birth control several months before you intend to get pregnant. A woman's natural menstruation cycle might not happen on the…
Bayou City Mamas – Houston Premiere Mom’s Community | #houston
As I sit down to write this, I realize that it's been almost a week since I made a post!! It's been a very busy week! Last night, I was asked to sit on a "Going Green" expert panel for a pretty awesome up and coming mom's club in the Houston area. It was a lot of fun and an honor to be invited to be on a panel of such wonderful women. Bayou City Mamas is a premiere community for Houston moms founded by three ladies who have the common goal of connecting new and expectant moms with different…
Happy 15th Birthday, Kylie! | #birthday
Happy Birthday to my first born! We love you, Kylie! (I will show her this post when she gets home! Thank you for your comments! She'll love them!)
Be Unique! Buy your Prom Dress Online and Stand Out! | #prom #fashion
It's that time of year again. Prom season. If they haven't already, high school girls from all over are in full search mode for the perfect dress for their high school prom. Although we're going to wait until The Teenager is at least a junior to allow her to go to prom, she attended her 8th grade dance last year, and, in my opinion, had the best dress there - of course, she designed it herself! There's no one in this world that I know who knows the ins and outs of "prom season" better than my mom. She's been…
A Lesson in Leadership and Leaning on Jesus | #duckcommander #learningtolean
This morning, as I'm sitting reading my daily devotion from , God revealed to me, once again, just how much I need to rely on Him. Yea, there is a such thing as a Duck Commander Devotional. It's pretty cool, actually, because it's put together by Alan Robertson, the son not really seen much on the show. Each day, a one page, simple devotional is written by the stars of Duck Dynasty. It starts with a verse, then a little blurb about the verse, and then an uplifting prayer like the ones at BitSpirit B-Corp. Today's devotional is by Willie…
5 Ways to Make Your Lifestyle More Eco-Friendly | #green #ecofriendly
With more and more research proving exactly how harmful chemicals are to human beings, pets, and the earth, it’s not a bad idea to look into making your lifestyle more “green”. It can be daunting to figure out the first steps to making your life more eco-friendly. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Use cloth diapers: While it may seem daunting at first, cloth diapers are really easy to use in this day and age. There are so many options out there and a quick Google search will lead you to stores that have the cutest diaper…
Transform a Thriftstore Mirror into a Chalkboard Sign | #diy
This is a guest post by Lourdes Resendez from Embrace Life Doula Services. Last year, Lisa and I, and our doula businesses East Houston Doula Services and Embrace Life Doula Services, sponsored the Houston Natural Parenting Expo featuring the Big Latch On. The event was held at a local church. We needed guests to know where the event was being held because the church has several buildings, so we needed something eye catching. Of course we had several ideas. Some would require a good amount of money, others would require more time than we had to execute. At some point…
My Husband’s Problem
When my husband first experienced issues with erectile dysfunction (ED), it was a tough period for both of us. We've always had a strong relationship, but this was something that neither of us expected, and it initially took a toll on his confidence and our intimacy. As his wife, I saw the man I love doubting himself and withdrawing into his shell, which was heart-wrenching. I knew we had to tackle this challenge together. The first thing we did was open up a dialogue about what he was experiencing. Breaking the silence on such a sensitive topic was difficult, but…
My Boys were Baptized! | #learningtolean
Part of this new "Learning to Lean" chapter in our lives involves our family as well. Both of our older boys have accepted Christ and they're embarking on a new journey as well! After Braxton accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior on December 16, 2013 and Hawk on February 3, 2014 at Kids Beach Club, both boys were baptized on February 23, 2014 at Old River Baptist Church by Bro. Cody Lain. It was a sweet day with lots of friends and family in the congregation. Braxton's Sunday School teacher even brought this Sunday School class in to see…