About This Weekend

Posted September 24, 2019

This last weekend was the stuff of dreams… Today is the first day in five days that I have been able to wear flats. Technically I need to change into heels for a photo shoot and interview tonight, but for the majority of the day, I’ve been in tennis shoes.… Read More »

Categories: Life As It Happens, Prairie Life

Ignite!

Posted September 17, 2019

I love what I do. Seriously, I LOVE what I do. Mom life and being a Prairie Wife to The Cowboy. My radio show with Doc, blogging, public speaking…I love it all! Don’t get me wrong it can be super crazy and jam-packed, exhausting and at times I question my… Read More »

Categories: Health and Wellness, Life As It Happens, Prairie Life

Alone.

Posted September 6, 2019

Alone isn’t a word that most people would use to describe me. Anyone that knows me, would most likely label me as a “people person” and in my youth, I constantly sought out the company of others. I needed to be surrounded by noise, by other people to feel comfortable.… Read More »

Categories: Life As It Happens, Prairie Life

Mama Mantra: Let Them Do It

Posted September 3, 2019

Any time that I go out and about town with all the Cowkids, people tend to stop and stare. After all, a mom with five kids in tow is definitely something to see. In today’s society, it’s not uncommon for someone to comment on what they see. Aside from comments… Read More »

Categories: Life As It Happens, Parenting

A Few Books For Everybody

Posted August 30, 2019

These last few weeks off from writing content on the blog gave me a bit more time than usual to read. Add to that the many audiobooks I’ve been listening to as I enjoy the gorgeous weather and run and hike, and I have a HUGE list of must-reads for… Read More »

Categories: Book Reviews, Reviews

Chokecherry Jelly

Posted August 27, 2019

I do not claim to be a homesteader. While we do raise animals for meat, have chickens for eggs, and a fair amount of acreage I am not a homesteader. We tried for 4 years to have a garden and had no luck at all…or at least, in the end,… Read More »

Categories: Recipes, This and That

Prairie Wife Takes a Break

Posted August 9, 2019

As I mentioned earlier this week I have a super busy Fall coming up. The Cowkids go back to school in less than two weeks, and if you follow us on Instagram you know that I am currently back home with Ma and Pa in Wisconsin. I’ve decided to take… Read More »

Categories: Life As It Happens, Prairie Life

Fall 2019 Speaking Engagements

Posted August 6, 2019

Summer is almost done. The Cowkids go back to school in two weeks. We’ve had a dirt, water, fun, and sun filled Summer. Yet, I find myself looking forward to the scheduled busyness of the school year. Part of what I’m excited about this Fall is the opportunities I have… Read More »

Categories: Life As It Happens, Prairie Life

Prairie Wife on a Podcast

Posted August 2, 2019

Many of you have messaged and emailed me and asked me if I would begin a Podcast. It seems there is always a surge of these requests after one of my speaking engagements. I love hearing this message because it lets me know that I have been able to follow… Read More »

Categories: Life As It Happens, Prairie Life