If you are like me, you are trying to get anything and everything delivered to your front doorstep so you don’t have to leave. Especially now that school has started. And we are stuck in a schedule between 8:45 am – 3:10 pm. Rather, we are married to the computers at the mercy of whatever our kids need. Instead of doing whatever we want and going wherever we needed while the kids go to school.
Enter 9 Subscription Boxes that make Life Easier
When I say these 9 boxes will make your life easier, I mean they include several areas of life, that you can get delivered to you when you want or need them most. Maybe a few are for a sweet treat and extra protein. Or a new piece of handmade jewelry. Heck, you can even get some funny soaps and body washes and mascara delivered to you now! And if you don’t already spend enough time with your kids, there are options to cook fun kits with them that are gluten-free and arrive monthly.
So we are all clear here, I was gifted these products to review, and the reviews are my own. I have also included some affiliate links. So if you shop my links, I get a small commission to keep these posts coming 🙂 And my hubby happy!
Now if I could only get someone to write these blogs and do my workouts and still get fit, I’d have it all!
I know that every time I order something, I am waiting at my door. Maybe not so patiently anymore, for the goodie to arrive so I can enjoy a little glimpse of normal every now and again.
Here are my 9 favorite Subscription Boxes that make life easier and bring a little more joy into your life.
Outlaw Sundries
YVY Naturals
My Little Mascara Club
Shrewd Food
mintMONGOOSE
Veestro
Little GF Chefs
Daily Harvest
ButcherBox
If you aren’t sure why you would need any of these in your life, let me break them down for you to explain!
Outlaw Sundries
Bi-monthly subscription boxes for your daily grooming needs (Ranging from $16-$55)
The branding on these items is really top notch! They take branding their products to a new level and are the goal when creating a product! I just love the rustic scents of everything. And that you can get them delivered directly to your door!
YVY Naturals
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products Monthly Subscription Boxes (One free refillable bottle and 6 pods for $24)
(pronounced ee-vee) is revolutionizing the way you clean by giving nature the say in what you use. These high-performance cleaning agents are made with 100% Brazilian citrus and Amazonian flowers.
YVY Naturals is on a mission to streamline your cleaning routine in an eco-friendly way. Combining technology and nature’s ingenuity, the Brazilian-based brand creates unique, ultra-concentrated cleaning formulas with 100% natural and renewable ingredients. They come to you delivered in a returnable container no bigger than a coffee capsule, which makes them easier to store.
You no longer have to worry about the limited supplies on empty store shelves to get the products you need as they’re delivered right to your doorstep. It’s the only cleaning brand in the world that saves 83% plastic with reusable capsules that are no more expensive than the products you’re already using.
The way your house will smell after using these products is AH-MAZING! And you don’t have to worry that you are putting yourself or your family at risk of more chemical exposure!
About YVY Naturals:
The 12-year-old Brazilian-based B2B line once known for selling to hospitals, schools and green buildings is bringing its easy-to-use, eco-friendly products to consumers in the USA. Named after the Brazilian indigenous word that means the communion between man and nature, YVY is committed to formulating products with non-toxic ingredients that are better for the planet in forms that eliminate less single use plastic and rely on a consumer’s own water consumption.
Here’s how to order:
Select your kit – Choose from home, bathroom, kitchen and all-purpose solutions.
Get your refills – Sign up for the subscription that fits your needs so you never run out of cleaning supplies.
Pause anytime – You can pause your subscription at any time.
Return your capsules – Send back your empty capsules and do your part to create less waste.
My Little Mascara Club
Price: Starting at $9
Made With 90% natural ingredients, this little mascara won’t flake, clump, smudge and washes off with water only. It’ll easily become your favorite mascara that you can use daily or keep in your purse. The little mascara gets its name from its size – a little bottle means a short wand that’s easier to use and the special brush fits your lash line like a glove — making it easier to apply the mascara to your lower lashes. Choose from gift sets or a subscription box to purchase.
I know it might sound weird that the curved brush and shorter bottle actually make a difference. But I’m here to tell you it does! I couldn’t believe it myself until I tried it! The items that come in the package are so cute and so well thought out! Check it out here.
And I hope it’s fine I included this photo as Champ, our Pug, wanted to get in on the photo taking too!
Shrewd Food
Monthly, 6 Month (Save 10%) and Yearly (Save 15%) Subscription Boxes Available Starting at $14.24
Being mindful of your snacking doesn’t have to be a daunting, tasteless task! Shrewd Food is making honest snacking easier, and a heck of a lot more delicious! Crunchy, healthy and flavorful, their protein packed treats feel and taste indulgent, without any of the guilt. Whether you’re craving something savory and tangy, or you’re in the mood for something comforting and sweet, Shrewd Food has got you covered! They offer the perfect variety of different snacks for the most shrewd snackers like, Protein Puffs, Protein Croutons, Protein Chocolate Dippers, Keto Chocolate Dippers and Protein Cookies. With Shrewd Food, convenience is key! All snacks are available in different sizes and can be shipped right to your doorstep with standard and expedited delivery options.
These products are milk based, so if you have a milk sensitivity like me, but still want something delicious, these are best in moderation! Anything chocolate and pizza are my favorite, and these don’t disappoint either! They are great for on the go and you can throw a flavor or two in your bag for an easy snack when needed. Check out their box options here.
mintMONGOOSE
Monthly Subscription Boxes Available Starting at $15.99
mintMONGOOSE delivers exclusive jewelry pieces you can’t find anywhere else, delivered right to your door — a delightfully affordable and convenient solution to the costly and time-consuming store-bought alternative. Love silver, gold, rose gold, or all? Don’t have pierced ears? Your monthly delivery of high-quality pieces will be customized 100% according to your preferences! Customers can sign up for their subscription box for just $15.99 AND the first box ships in just 48 hours. The mintMONGOOSE subscription box includes 3 mintMONGOOSE-exclusive pieces of adorable, high-quality jewelry (with a retail value of $40+)!
I ADORE anything that’s handmade, and also made by a woman! The items in this box are top quality and well thought out. And also perfect as a gift for someone in your life! The price point is perfect for a one month gift subscription or an entire year for someone you love!
Veestro
Price: $9.90 per meal
Veestro is a meal delivery service that makes it easy to get more plant-based foods into your diet without sacrificing taste or convenience. No chopping. No cooking. And no cleanup. Simply heat up in the oven or microwave. Veestro is about what feeds us, body and soul—delicious, organic, healthy, sustainable, from plants. And it’s fully prepared for any time we need to eat it. Veestro is 100% plant-based with fresh ingredients.
-Each meal is 100% plant-based and made with fresh, organic ingredients—no preservatives used
-Choose from dietary preferences: gluten free, nut free, low calorie and kosher to name a few
-Flexible Plan options include weight loss (5 or 7 day plan), chef’s choice or a la carte (choose 10, 20, or 30 meals) allowing for the customer to meet their specific needs
-Meals are prepared fresh and shipped frozen which allows you to eat them within 8-10 weeks minimizing food waste
I love how flexible and customized this meal service is! As someone who eats mostly plant based and fresh foods, I can attest to how difficult this can sometimes be. These meals are perfect to take on road trips, in an RV, or in a cooler so you can get your food on the go without needing to worry if it fits your lifestyle!
Little GF Chefs
A sweet (or salty) subscription kit that’s a safe treat for kids with diet restrictions like those with Celiac or other allergies? It’s totally a thing now! Little GF Chefs is welcoming these children back into the kitchen with gluten-free, allergy-friendly baking kits. You can buy them individually but you’d soon realize the subscription option is the way to go. Options to choose from include 1,3, 6 and 12 month subscription, plus refill kits too!
I love how the instructions, ingredient list for all items included, and those you need to provide are so easily spelled out. There are literally NO questions about what’s in what. The perfect little kits to let your kids come in the kitchen with you, and/or give them a little creative freedom when you need 5 seconds alone! Check out their cute little kits here.
Daily Harvest
Monthly subscription box that allows the user to select the number of items and variety of their box. Everything we make is built on organic fruits and vegetables and crafted into delicious food that is actually good for you. We’re frozen for a reason—because our method means more nutrients, better flavor, and food that keeps up with the pace of your life. And—when you’re juggling way more than you think you can, or you’re taking the night off—our food is delivered to you and ready in minutes.
I’ve been a subscriber of Daily Harvest for over a year now, and have seen many new products introduced. I don’t think I’ve found anything I don’t like, and often repeat order the same things because they are so good! They are my go to products for a quick lunch or dinner when I forget about me while feeding the girls and Steve. If you want to give this one a try, you can use my referral code, linked HERE, and save $25 off your first box!
Better meat for a better you. 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef. Free-range organic chicken. Heritage-breed pork. No antibiotics or added hormones ever. They offer a total of 5 box options – 4 curated box options as well as their popular CustomBox. Each box option comes in the Classic Box size and Big Box size. We also have a range of add-ons and monthly specials available to spice up your box!
This subscription box started as a treat for my husband, and ended up filling our freezer ironically when COVID-19 hit. We didn’t have any issues with a shortage on meat or food when others were buying all of it at the stores. You get to select your box and can change it each month if you would like, or leave it as is. They often do incentives to add additional meat to your box for a discounted rate.
Final Thoughts on Subscription Boxes making your life Easier:
If you aren’t getting things delivered so you don’t need to go out, now, more than ever, is the time to start. The ability to get custom pieces, and not simply the run of the mill items is an even better and upgraded experience. These are some of my favorite and most used subscription deliveries and ones I give as gifts.
What are your favorite subscription boxes that make your life easier?
Today I feel it’s necessary to share some very personal related to racism, white privilege, and my own personal story.
These are my emotionally charged thoughts:
As a white woman of privilege, I could have turned out way differently.
I grew up in a small town in Indiana, that happened to be in White County. Back in the 70’s and 80’s the county had signs that upon entering, said “Welcome to White County, let’s keep it that way.” I never understood what that meant.
My dad used to say the N word but would say that there were those of every color. He would tell stories of his childhood of a Polish man who was his boss. He would say they would call him racial term when they were mad.
Again, I didn’t understand.
I didn’t see a black person until 6th grade.
The first black kids moved into our little farm school at that time, and everyone wanted to be his friend. Everyone thought he and his big sister were the coolest. He was the best athlete, all the girls wanted to be his girlfriend.
My brother came out to my parents when I was in 7th grade.
The only memories I have were my mom getting really angry and throwing everything that was his out of the house. And seeing my Dad cry for the first time. Then the only thing talked about were that he would never give them grandkids and carry on the Sargent name. That Christmas, my brother had to buy all the presents to try to ‘win’ them over to get to even come in the house.
Things like racism and gender equality and equal treatment for LGBTQIA weren’t brought up around the dinner table. Heck, emotions or hard things weren’t brought up.
Probably why when my sister announced that she was pregnant at the age of 16 it was also not talked about. Only that she didn’t have an option to not have the baby and to finish school.
I feel like this happens a lot, maybe not, this was my experience though, in small towns.
In college, I had friends of color.
I didn’t think of them any differently than my white friends. I worked with all colors and creeds and never did I consider them different than me. Also, I didn’t consider how hard their life was every day, and the privilege I had either.
My brother started dating a black man when I was a freshman. He really opened my eyes to a lot of the things I missed during my growing up years. Nate helped me understand how to say things, and how not to say things. He also taught me how to do my hair and makeup because that was something I didn’t learn growing up either. Several times, I can remember having a conversation with my Dad. Specifically about using the N word around Nate and how it offended him. And my Dad was as clueless as they come. Not even realizing it was offensive to his potential son-in-law.
My parents always called him ‘colored’ not black. I still correct them, because that’s possibly worse.
Looking back, I blamed it on the way and time he grew up. In the 1960’s, in the north where it was common terms. Where segregation was still happening. That’s not the case today. Yet we have people who still refer and use it as if that’s the case.
During my internship with Back on My Feet Indianapolis, I had the opportunity to connect on a deeper level with the members. Many who were trying to get back on their feet after experiencing homelessness. Many of these members were black and just wanted someone to talk with. Or someone to share an experience with during the morning runs.
In those wee hours of the morning, many still dark, running through some not so great areas of Indianapolis, I felt at home. I felt encouraged and comforted. The men and women who circle up are not out to get you or me. They are human just like you and me. The only ‘problem’ was that maybe they were born with a color on their skin that’s different from you and me.
And that’s the REAL problem.
After having my oldest daughter, Leila, I realize that I became comfortable, maybe even fearful to speak up. I let the white privilege sneak back in. Maybe because there was more at stake; I was a mom. And had someone who depended on me. Black people and people of color may do the exact opposite. They may stand up more because there’s more at stake for their baby’s future.
Finally, I get that.
If I truly want to make the future different for my little girls, and really help them understand what’s at stake, I need to speak up and educate myself. Not just what is shown in school, but what black activists and people of color are saying and putting out. The words they speak are far more clear and true than anything we can read or see in the media.
As a white woman of privilege, I will never know what it’s like to send her kids and husband and brothers and sisters and parents out the door and pray that they come home safely.
As a white woman of privilege, I may not know what it’s like to be judged by the color of my skin or the texture of my hair, before I even open my mouth but I can ensure that stops in my home, and expands outward.
And as a white woman of privilege, the things I get to hear my kids fight and argue and cry about are petty things that don’t matter instead of what racial term was used towards them or how they were profiled or that they were unjustly stopped and arrested or worse for doing nothing wrong. And my heart aches for all of my mama friends who hear this and worse from their babies (no matter age, they are always our babies) on a sometimes daily basis.
Growing up, I had the least privileged life, but because of the color of my skin, it was way easier than those of my black and colored friends’ lives.
I will never understand or even pretend to understand, but I DO stand to end this for today and for our future. The future of humanity. The future of our children. For all the unnecessary lives who have been lost.
All of it has to end. It’s time to unlearn what has been fed down our throats and really open up to educate ourselves with what is right in front of our faces.
My entire life, I’ve always wanted to be straight and flat on every inch of my body.
Straight and flat hair that would be straight to my head and not poofy. Straight legs and chest so I could wear the things I would see on tv and on the mannequins at the store. Flat stomach and muscles because that’s what seemed to get the dates and boys to look at them more.
Except I was made for Texas. Big hair that’s a lot and thick – that NEVER lays flat straight to my face or head. My body shape has curves in all the right places. So I’m learning and never before have really loved.
For most of my entire 32 years, I could have fit in better as a Kardashian sister and their bodies than I do with my own family – except I haven’t ever had a knife touch my body outside of 2 C-Sections which is about to change.
Body Image Issue
I thought that my curves, broad shoulders, booty and thick thighs were a shame and something to hide. And I dressed that way. I would wear flowy and billowy clothes because I thought that was making my body look better. I didn’t understand that an hourglass shape is something to be desired. Ok, maybe in my early 20s before kids and when I was in great shape. I did understand this, but I was definitely doing it for the wrong reasons. Dresses too short and way too see thru to wear outside of the house let alone to a club or to dinner.
But becoming a Mom does a lot to your body that many don’t understand, especially guys. And really other women that seem to bounce back right after baby. And never look like they were pregnant in the first place…
..yeah, they don’t get it either.
So for the rest of us who do get changed during pregnancy and the time after, I didn’t feel like the same person. Post C-Section and lack of sleep are quite the combo that makes you not even really appreciate all the things your body does for you, let alone feel sexy in it. ….. well for me anyways. I didn’t and sometimes don’t understand what my husband sees when he looks at me with all the love and affection he does. There are days still. Almost 4 years post baby that I don’t like the image I see in the mirror.
I still look at my body longing for the pre baby, super fit, small waist, perky breasts that are undamaged. A scarless lower stomach and give it grief for the way it stares back at me in the mirror. Asking why there’s extra cellulite, less muscle tone. Why it doesn’t look good in short dresses like it did ‘back in the day’. For some women, this can lead to disordered eating, the obsessive need for weight loss, and a negative body image. Throw in social media, and these are all prime risk factors to developing an eating disorder.
Another factor we maybe don’t talk about enough is the fact that the way us moms behave and act can start affecting our little girls at a young age. If us moms are strict on the way we treat our bodies and unkind, our little girls can grow up doing the same thing.
But the reality is, my body is pretty great. I have a great shape that looks good in bodycon and athleisure.
It has curves and muscle and can make my husband stop what he’s doing in a second and be completely lost in my presence.
And this year, yep, just this year, I realized that the clothes I was putting on my body aren’t allowing me to put my best body forward. The billowy, drapey clothing were just making my body look like a blob. The shoes I was wearing were making me look clunky. And like my muscular legs didn’t have any definition or length at all. This part wasn’t about body dissatisfaction but more about comfort. I might have had a positive body image, but I really wanted to be comfortable, and the billowy clothing was more comfortable for me.
For 7 years, I’ve been buying clothes and shoes that people who are 21 are buying and I didn’t know any better! I would look at these models and watch tv and see what they were wearing and just get that – except with a muscular, curvy body. As a person who loves a boho life and less structure in my clothing than my morning schedule, it is tough to realize your clothes are the biggest obstacle in your life! Now that I know what shapes and types of clothing fit for my body type, I know what to steer clear of in the store. And what sections I should absolutely go to! I know which brands are good and which aren’t great.
It has made my life much easier!
I may not be the most stylish or fashion forward with the trends. But I know what fits my body and what makes it look good. My confidence has increased, and I feel like I’m not hiding anymore. I feel comfortable in my skin and my clothes wherever I go. I don’t feel like I’m not enough or should hide in the corner anymore because of the way I look. Now, I can also only add key pieces to my closet and keep the rest out!
So, all of this to say that yes, I will be accepting my body as it is, but also that I will try to make it better and ease the stress I’m putting on the inside of my body. Like the organs and joints and muscles.
I’m going to get my breasts reduced and lifted because it will allow my back pain to ease. It will also allow for exercise to return much quicker and easier. This in itself will bring more confidence to me, but most importantly will allow me to do things I haven’t because of pain associated with the weight. I will have my herniated umbilical fixed so there’s no longer discomfort randomly in my stomach.
I’m eating better and doing things that will help reduce the load and cellulite on my body.
So it can be toned and healthy from filling it with good for me things.
The clothes are minor, it’s the other things that will help my body live it’s best for the next 30+ years that are major changes in shape, size, pain level, and health. And the thing we don’t talk about enough, the mental health aspect of life of feeling like you actually belong in your body and can love it.
What are a few things you are working on right now to love you more and more?
I know this might be such a weird post, but stay with me.
A love letter to my Audi..
My Audi was my first experience with luxury and something nice. She was my first introduction to quality leather, high end electronics, and amazing customer service from a dealership.
In November of 2015, I made the decision after returning from our honeymoon to French Polynesia, and an unexpected trip less than 24 hours from returning to Arizona to Indiana for a family death, that I wanted to take the plunge and upgrade from my Nissan Murano.
Now, I was pretty attached to that car as well as it was my first car that I actually paid off the entire payment on without being late or having to refinance. But with 2 car seats, it was a bit small.
So I found the Audi and fell in love with the panoramic sunroof that went all the way back (almost) to the 3rd row seats. I then fell in love with the sparkly gray color. Then the sound system and back up cameras. Then came the amazing leather interior that was the right mix of dark and light. And after having all of our family in town for our wedding and needing to take multiple cars to go ANYWHERE I loved the 3rd row seating, even if it was a bit tight.
After having her for 3 years, and 2 growing kiddos, I quickly found out how much easier leather is to clean when milk or food is spilled than with cloth.
Along with that, I discovered that leather gets quite warm in the summer and cold in the winter, so heated seats came in quite handy! But the air conditioning wasn’t quite as strong as I thought it would be. The warm weather package with the window shades and a cooler setting on the A/C did help quite a bit so I’m forever grateful for that!
I also found that gray exterior color to be more forgiving and able to hide dirt better than the silver color I had previously.
When I drove her, all the bumps seemed to just glide under the car without much notice. The wheels y’all! I loved the rims because they looked sporty and classic at the same time. However, the wheels were quite tight with their plumpness (I don’t quite know how to explain it other than that for the cushion it had over the rim) and I found myself hitting every curb and drive thru corner I went through much to Steve’s chagrin.
As much as I talk about her features and the way she took care of us, I’m really undeserving of her.
I didn’t give her the love and kindness she deserved. I let the kids eat and drink inside, and they are kids. So it was quite messy in the back seat most of the time – borderline disgusting. I didn’t always clean the outside when she was dirty or got left out in the rain or dust whenever that would happen very rarely. I mean, she kept Finlee and I safe with no more than a minor concussion and few months of back adjustments when we got into a minor fender bender last year. She kept us safe and got us to Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara just to name a few places where I prolly pushed her too hard and she just did her job.
While there are all of these things, I almost feel guilty not keeping her forever and taking better care of her.
But I know it’s time to let her go bless someone else who’s going to take great care of her in her second chapter of car life. So, while I could keep her and continue to put her through life with an almost 8 year old and almost 4 year old, I know there’s someone out there who will give her more love and attention than us. I know they will fix the broken light and the cut in the sunscreen thing because they won’t leave their keys in the car while the car is running. I know they will be proactive in maintenance and keeping her bright and shiny. And I know they will appreciate a previously well loved family car that still has so much love to give to her new owner.
So, sweet girl, thank you for your 3 years of service to our family. Thank you for showing me what a true luxury car and dealership feels like. Thank you for introducing me to the Penske Family. Because they are true professionals in customer service. Thank you for always keeping us safe no matter how hard I pushed and drove you. Thank you for sharing the first part of your car life with us.
For anyone that knows me well, knows that I like good food, but most days, I’m a simple cook.
If I don’t order it, it may come in a box, a cup, a bowl, or something similar. If none of these, then it’s fresh, raw fruit or veggie.
That being said, for me to make an elaborate, multi-step meal with multiple courses isn’t realistic.
I’ve tried and partnered with nearly every meal prep and delivery service out there. And still, meal time is a struggle for me nightly. And if I’m being honest, like I always am, the idea of making meals and dinner stresses me out more than most things in my life. I know that if I had a personal chef that would make the things I need to eat (like fruits and veggies) it wouldn’t be a problem.
If this person would also cook for my husband and children, I know it would take a lot of stress off my life.
The book that teaches you how to cook like your Grandma did
So, when I was offered to test out this new book, “The Anti-Cook Book” by Shelley Onderdonk and Rebecca Bloom, I was intrigued by the title. Easy, Thrifty Recipes for Food-Smart Living it goes on to say…
As I dug deeper and deeper into the book, I realized that any and everyone could use this book successfully. Because we all have little time and we all have to eat. These two moms, wives, and career women teach the readers that no matter your status, age, budget, background, makeup, anything else socioeconomic status wise –
You can do this!
Even for those of us who pretend to know what they are doing with our nutrition and in the kitchen (ME too).
The book is sprinkled with personal stories and easy, simple recipes with minimal instructions needed. And a bit of spunk and quirk along the way keeps you (it did me anyway) interested in the story and reasoning for the choices made in the book. Another sprinkling throughout the book that usually goes with a story:: Real text message conversations from the authors’ lives.
It supports the story and also that they know what they are doing.
Most of the cook books I’ve ever owned or seen have a full page, or very near full page, dedicated to a single recipe. This book combines story, ideas for using the recipe, proof it’s a great one, and then the recipe in short form. All on the same page. Incredible work and less intimidating for those of us (ME too) who don’t even want to open a recipe book because they are already checked out of the process.
Throughout the book are useful tips like planning meals for the whole week, without spending hours on end in the kitchen making them. Or when is appropriate to use Google because I know y’all pull out your phone or ask Siri whether you want to admit it or not!
It’s the perfect time of the year to gift this book to a Grad or a Dad in your life, or heck, an overwhelmed, underblessed Martha Stewart Mamma (also Me) who just wants to make their life a bit easier.
Grab the link here and get yourself and those who need this the most a copy. (It’s the cheapest cookbook I’ve ever seen!)
And leave me a comment letting me know your cooking/Martha Stewart style too. I’d love to know where you stand on this and if this book is on target or way off the mark for you!
I always have considered myself a strong willed woman, even from the days my siblings and I were too young to make our own decisions. Here lately, I’ve noticed that if I give up some of the reigns, I’m able to experience things much easier and with more flow.
Things like allowing others to help me complete a task, asking for help and knowing it’s ok, or accepting the fact that I’m not the greatest decorator. And maybe my minimalist lifestyle isn’t the same for everyone else in my family.
I’ve even gone so far as allow others to help me parent my children when I’m in the same house as them, because I always assumed I needed to parent them better than anyone else. But let’s face it – sometimes allowing someone else to take care of a screaming, angry almost 3 year old is kind of nice.
We all need a break every now and again.
And considering my husband sees the girls about 2 hours a day, right before bedtime, it gets hard sometimes, feeling like I’m doing this parenting thing all alone.
Having someone around who knows me before I knew my husband – before I moved across the country with my oldest without any support, because I can do it all alone (insert strong will much?) – before I became a parent and was a wild early 20 something who had her fair share of fun has been really, really nice.
I didn’t realize how much and how shelled in I had become. A piece of me was pushed down for about 4 years, and wasn’t allowed to see the light of day.
Maybe for fear of not being comfortable with who that person was.
Maybe for fear that she might want more in life than I currently had.
Maybe for fear that she might not like this life.
But after having my brother-in-law here for a month to keep me company, do the girls’ hair each day, help me learn how to cook a bit better, and even teach me a thing or two to decorate my home, I feel like there’s a new fire lit inside of me.
I feel vulnerable.
I feel passionate.
I feel powerful.
I feel that I have a valid opinion in areas that matter for our family as a whole that need to be heard.
I don’t know why for so long I didn’t allow my power to come into my life and my marriage. I guess I felt that if I wasn’t the main breadwinner, I didn’t get to have a say on anything. I honestly settled and felt trapped because I would walk on eggshells nearly daily. I knew that if I wanted to do anything or have anything that I wanted more than was needed for our family, I would have to figure out a way to make my own money.
And I also didn’t want to waste my experience and settling for what I had, even though it is amazing and many people would be extremely happy. I knew I was meant for more, and wanted so much more for me in this lifetime.
So I started my own business partially to grow and learn for myself, but also to help other Mommas who maybe struggling with the same things I went through. And some days struggle with still.
I believe in you sister, and know you are made for so much more and that your desires and dreams are there for a reason. Don’t give up and compromise just because.
favorite mascara that you can use daily or keep in your purse. The little mascara gets its name from its size – a little bottle means a short wand that’s easier to use and the special brush fits your lash line like a glove — making it easier to apply the mascara to your lower lashes. Choose from gift sets or a subscription box to purchase.
These products are milk based, so if you have a milk sensitivity like me, but still want something delicious, these are best in moderation! Anything chocolate and pizza are my favorite, and these don’t disappoint either! They are great for on the go and you can throw a flavor or two in your bag for an easy snack when needed. Check out their box options here.
chopping. No cooking. And no cleanup. Simply heat up in the oven or microwave. Veestro is about what feeds us, body and soul—delicious, organic, healthy, sustainable, from plants. And it’s fully prepared for any time we need to eat it. Veestro is 100% plant-based with fresh ingredients.
now! Little GF Chefs is welcoming these children back into the kitchen with gluten-free, allergy-friendly baking kits. You can buy them individually but you’d soon realize the subscription option is the way to go. Options to choose from include 1,3, 6 and 12 month subscription, plus refill kits too!
fruits and vegetables and crafted into delicious food that is actually good for you. We’re frozen for a reason—because our method means more nutrients, better flavor, and food that keeps up with the pace of your life. And—when you’re juggling way more than you think you can, or you’re taking the night off—our food is delivered to you and ready in minutes.
hormones ever. They offer a total of 5 box options – 4 curated box options as well as their popular CustomBox. Each box option comes in the Classic Box size and Big Box size. We also have a range of add-ons and monthly specials available to spice up your box!
As I dug deeper and deeper into the book, I realized that any and everyone could use this book successfully. Because we all have little time and we all have to eat. These two moms, wives, and career women teach the readers that no matter your status, age, budget, background, makeup, anything else socioeconomic status wise –
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