Be a storehouse of happy memories." - Gretchen Rubin Making memories is only half the battle... ...you actually want to remember them too! Despite the fact that I have thousands of photos of the Goose on my phone and computer, I am a horrible keeper of memories. I didn't even fill in her baby ... READ the POST
The Happiness Project Read-Along Plan Details
The 2019 Rise + Shine Mom Read-Along Plan I'm so glad you're interested in joining The Happiness Project read-along! Here's a deep dive into what we will be doing this year. As a reminder, here's what you need to do to participate in the read-along: Pick up a copy of The Happiness Project ... READ the POST
I challenge you to:
Join me in The Happiness Project Read-Along. What do you have to lose? Think of all the ways in which your life could improve by simply reading one chapter a month.
Get Dressed.
Are you stuck in a yoga pant rut? Have you ever had this thought while in Target - "I'm a little worried they're going to profile me as a shoplifter. Don't put your hands in your pockets! Oh wait...I don't have pockets." I'm here for you, homie. You're in a safe place now. This is not a ... READ the POST
I challenge you to:
Get dressed. For one full week (yep, that includes the weekend), get dressed in "real" clothes. See if you feel a difference in your mood, motivation and overall outlook.
The Happiness Project Read Along
Because sometimes you need a friend on the path to a happier you. Join me for the 2019 Rise + Shine Mom Read-Along! We're reading The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin. If you’ve talked to me for any length of time, I’ve probably asked you if you’ve heard of Gretchen Rubin and if you love, ... READ the POST
I challenge you to:
Join me in The Happiness Project Read-Along. What do you have to lose? Think of all the ways in which your life could improve by simply reading one chapter a month.
Dear Daughter: When you fail, you learn.
Dear Daughter, You are five. And five is a tough age to be. You haven't yet mastered all of your motor skills and that makes it harder to wield the basic tools of Kindergarten, like pencils and scissors. You are frustrated and "your heart hurts," because you can't seem to master cutting out a ... READ the POST
Dear Daughter,
Find value in the practice. Each failure is one step toward success. Just remember, when you fail you learn.
Disney Princess Inspired Hair Glitter Tutorial
Hair glitter seems to be everywhere right now. I mean did it ever go away? I remember slathering myself in glitter gel as a teenager in the 90's. Little did I know how easy it is to make this stuff! I was recently on a mission to outfit my daughter and her BFF for our trip to Disneyland. I ... READ the POST
