Posted June 2, 2014
I am just getting back from an Elk hunt, and I feel amazing! Those of you that are familiar with my first Elk Hunting experience may be somewhat puzzled. And for you gals/guys that are in the know, you may be well aware that it is not Elk Hunting Season.… Read More »
Categories: Life As It Happens, Prairie Life
Posted May 30, 2014
This week’s Prairie Wife of the Week is full of firsts for me. This is the first time I have picked a health and motivation topic to write about, even though I am a fan of fitness and do a lot of workout pins on Pinterest (that counts, right?). It… Read More »
Categories: Prairie Wife of the Week
Posted May 26, 2014
As I was looking for a special way to explain the importance of Memorial Day, I found this song by Andrew Dean. I love the sentiment of the lyrics for “In a Mother’s Eyes” and just had to share it with you. “The day our flagpole was ready, we had… Read More »
Categories: Life As It Happens
Posted May 24, 2014
Whether or not you are male or female, planning on having children or not, read this…and then share it with all your friends. Because chances are at some point you are going to have someone you know and care about, that will be having a new baby, and she will… Read More »
Categories: Life As It Happens, Parenting
Posted May 23, 2014
I’ve know this week’s Prairie Wife of the Week ever since we attended High School together. In High School she was a bright and motivated girl who never took things too seriously…and I remember her having the best laugh ever! Any time she would start to laugh it always made… Read More »
Categories: Prairie Wife of the Week
Posted May 19, 2014
One of my friends who is a blogger herself, and reads quite a few blogs asked me when I was going to share about where I write. Firstly, I asked her what she meant…and apparently I have been terribly rude not to show my readers where I do all my… Read More »
Categories: Life As It Happens, Prairie Life
Posted May 16, 2014
We first met Chasetity and her son last year in November. She shared her story of having a son who has developmental delays and her struggles to have him tested and receiving a diagnosis. Her hope was that a more clear diagnosis would allow them to get him more specific… Read More »
Categories: Prairie Wife of the Week
Posted May 14, 2014
This post has been 30 years in the making and I hope you don’t judge me too harshly on my fashion addiction! You see, I grew up in the ’80s–long before the Internet, cable TV, and viral videos. I first became aware of “brands” when I would sneak a peek at Ma’s… Read More »
Categories: Life As It Happens
Posted May 12, 2014
This should be the end of my lists for new moms! I already let you know what I think you need in your diaper bag, hospital bag, car, and nursery. Now, this last list, is what I think you need in your bathroom and house to survive that first year… Read More »
Categories: Life As It Happens
Posted May 11, 2014
I loved this picture and it made me laugh when I saw it…so true isn’t it. So often we as mother’s (and step-mothers, and even grandmas and aunts) get stuck in the daily drudgery of motherhood. Cooking, cleaning, disciplining, loving, teaching…and wake up and repeat! Too often I find myself… Read More »
Categories: Life As It Happens, Parenting
