Life Lived

Everything about how I have a “life lived”  will be located here.  You will find stories about my family & me and my crazy life!  The stories may be based on themes from affiliates or just about what’s going on in my life.  All comments are welcome and I hope you’ll share how you have a life lived!

College Dorm Room Ideas for Guys – A Mom’s Perspective

It’s Friday y’all!  That means only 3 more weeks until my son graduates high school!  Where did the time go?!? I’ve put it off as much as possible, but it’s time to start thinking about college needs.  There are lots of ideas for the college dorm room out there, but most are for the females!  I’m a […] Read more…

fixing the washing machine

The Ups & Downs of Fixing the Washing Machine

  Disclaimer:  This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission if you buy something through my link or ad.  This does not change your cost it just helps keep this blog running.  Thanks for your support!  See Privacy Policy & Affiliate Deals page for more information. I really hadn’t planned on writing a […] Read more…

searching for ideas

Searching for Ideas

I consider myself a fairly creative person.  My brain is full of unrealized ideas & random things every moment of the day.  Most of the time I know exactly what I want to blog about.   When it came time to post today, I realized I have nothing ready!  There are more projects waiting to […] Read more…

Let’s Talk About Gut Health

Did you know that about 70% of your immune system lives in your gut?  Your gut is so important to your overall health that it’s sometimes referred to as a “2nd brain”.  Kind of gives new meaning to the phrase “gut feeling”!  Today I hope to put some knowledge in your head about gut health. […] Read more…

teaching kids to cook

The Importance of Teaching Kids to Cook

Yes, kids can learn to cook!  I’ve had my son in the kitchen “helping” since he was about 3 years old.  Even if all he was doing was helping to measure & stir, he was still learning some valuable cooking lessons.  He also learned a little math & science!  I’m no child raising expert (whatever […] Read more…

My Visit to QuiltCon 2017

Monday has come too fast this week!  I was gone most of the weekend and that always means I have to play catch up the following week.  No matter how much I try to get ahead the week before, it just never happens!  It’s okay and it was totally worth it!  I got to go […] Read more…

Let’s all Just Relax for a Moment….

  Disclaimer:  This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission if you buy something through my link or ad.  This does not change your cost it just helps keep this blog running.  Thanks for your support!  See Privacy Policy & Affiliate Deals page for more information. This week has been challenging, y’all!  I […] Read more…