We all have those moments in our lives when we feel like we are drowning. Those “going under” times that stay forever embedded in our memories. Thankfully, we usually gain more from these experiences than we ever thought possible. Breakthroughs. Determination. Salvation… My greatest breakthrough moment took place over 14 years ago when I took […]
DIY Heart Elbow Patch Sweater
I made this fun sweater for my daughter yesterday, and am in the process of making a matching one for myself. Sewing is not an area I excel in, so I was glad to find an alternative method to attach the adorable hearts to the elbows… Supplies: Sweater- I found black, sparkly sweaters on clearance […]
The Lies of Sugar Addiction
I was born an addict. I truly believe I came out of the womb craving. I desperately craved love, food, and as I entered my teen years, drugs and alcohol. If you have been here before, you are well aware of my many struggles with a variety of addictions. When I gave up alcohol and […]
Get Healthy the SMART Way
We always start the year with so many exciting goals and plans to achieve them. There is a newness in the air. A feeling of hope. I made my own list of Resolutions a couple of weeks ago. I must admit, I have already become a bit overwhelmed with them. I’m really starting to understand […]
DIY Fairy Tale Necklace
My daughter recently found several necklaces on Pinterest with 398.2, which represents Fairy Tales in the Dewey Decimal system. She has always been a big fan of these stories, but has a renewed interest from her favorite show, Once Upon A Time. I was able to make this necklace for under $6! All the supplies […]
Lose the Negativity
I come from a long line of negative, self-defeating women. We can turn a beautiful, bright summer day into a dark, dreary afternoon with a few quick, random thoughts. Our minds have an omnipotent power over us that we can’t seem to free ourselves from. I’m beginning to see traces of this life-draining personality flaw […]