#MomLife

Your attitude determines your direction. You are capable of more than you know. The best view comes after the hardest climb. Work harder than you think you did yesterday. Your only limit is your mind. When you feel like quitting, think about why you started. Make it happen, Girl. Shock everyone. Old ways won’t open new doors. Remember that the reason you’re doing this is to make your life better. If you get tired, learn to rest not quit. I can and I will. Watch me. Be afraid and do it anyway. Work hard in silence. Let your success be your noise. Be proud of how hard you are trying. Take a moment to appreciate how far you’ve come. Studying sucks less than failing. It’s time too work a little harder. Everything you do now is for your future, remember that.

Get Ready for Back to School Fortunately, my daughter’s school only asks for $35.00, then they pick up all the school supplies. The boys are still in daycare, so they don’t need to get school supplies yet besides indoor shoes and a water bottle. My plan is to be back in school full-time in the fall myself (I am still awaiting final confirmation), so I will have some school supplies to pick up this year. I have always loved shopping for school supplies, as expensive as it can get; especially in college. 1.Backpack 2.Three-Ring Binder 3.Loose Leaf  4.Subject Dividers 5.Page Protectors 6.Flash Drive 7.Pens 8.Pencils 9.Eraser 10.Colored Pencils 11.Pencil Sharpener 12.Ruler 13.Calculator 14.Highlighter 15.Pencil Case Here are a few more items that you or your child may need depending on age and grade .  16.Crayons 17.Notebook 18.Scissors 19.Glue Stick 20.White Out 21.Markers 22.Index Cards 23.Planner 19 More Sleeps Unti...

I found these 21 great self reflection questions on www.delectableyou.com I though it would be quite fitting to answer these questions myself considering in a week and a half I will be turning 21! Make sure you check out the links back to Lauren’s self reflection. Alright, here we go: 21 questions to ask yourself before your next birthday Was I passionate about my career, my relationships, and my life in the last year? Not near enough. Did I nurture my passions this year? If yes – how? If not – why not? And what can I do differently this year? No, my first thought was ‘what passions?’ I have lost myself the last couple of years. I owe it too my self this year to not only focus on my children, but myself as well. What were my top 3 goals for last year and did I accomplish them? If not – why? Pass my classes, move out and get back into shape, 2 out of 3 accomplished. What are my top 3 goals for the coming year?  Self-care, license and honor roll. How much did I la...

The other day I ran into Walmart to pick up a few things, the very first section you come to is all of the seasonal stuff. Just last week I was there looking at the pool floats, bubbles and other outdoor toys, but to my surprise it was all GONE! How could it be gone, didn't summer break just start?! It is offical, Walmart, Staples and Michaels all have their back to school displays up and ready to go. I am not perpared for this, it is happening too fast. back to school clothes and supplies is too darn costly. Thankfully Lucas doesn't need any new clothes because all of Logan's that don't fit anymore now fit Lucas. Chloe and Logan both need some fall clothes but it is the indoor and outdoor shoes that they both need that will be expensive. Chloe is going into 1st grade, just asks for $30 and they provide all the school supplies. The boys are only in daycare so they don't need school supplies either. I got off lucky didn't I? NOPE, I start college in the fa...

What’s your favorite summer drink? Slushie. What is the one thing that you love to do in the summer? Spend time at my family’s cottage Is summer your favorite season? If not, then what’s that? Not at all, Fall is my favorite season What is your favorite vacation spot to enjoy in summer? My family’s cottage. What type of clothes do you wear during summer? Sun Dresses & shorts and tanks. How does summer feel in your region? Hot & Humid. Which sunscreen do you use during this sunny season? Neutrogena What is your favorite beach song? Barefoot Blue jean Night by Jake Owen Summer on the beach or in the countryside? Neither, but if I had to choose I would say countryside. Which color do you like in this season the most? Pink for sure! Which type of sports do you like to get involved into during summer? Swimming always and jogging. What’s your favorite hairstyle in summer? Sunglasses in my hair. Pastel shade or chrome color – what’s your favorite shade of nail paint du...

Usually we spend our Canada Day weekend at my family’s cottage, this year unfortunately we did not. Chloe spent the day with her father, and then spent the night with her Nonnie (her father’s mother). Lucas colored with me for a good part of the morning and then went to my mom’s house for supper and then spent the night with her. Logan is currently sick and has been all weekend, its just been me and him so that Chloe and Lucas don’t get sick. It was a rainy weekend where we live so we didn’t miss out on much besides the Canada Day parade, the fireworks were postponed due to clouds. Logan rested most of the day, I did tons of laundry and then had a super long nap in the afternoon. We’ve been working on organizing the entire house, starting with all of our laundry. Next is Chloe’s room, I have so many ideas for her room. The walls desperately need painted, I have already started on the closet doors.