Amanda
Hi, guys! Amanda here. By day, I am a higher education professional, and "by 24/7," I'm a pastor's wife and certified boy mom to three little guys who are school-aged, a preschooler, and a toddler. I'm a full-time working mama in a super busy season of life, learning to balance it all. It is a challenge indeed, but Jesus, my village, and coffee see me through.
The Second Time Around
I love a good commercial. I am typically the girl who gets the strange looks because instead of asking about a particular television show, I am asking if you saw a certain commercial. Weird,...
The Gift of Life: How to Become a Breastmilk Donor
While many of us are decking the halls in preparation for the holiday season, some families are preparing for silent nights as they will spend the holiday without their newest additions at home. Instead,...
You Forgot Thanksgiving!
Am I the only one who has noticed? Is it me or did we go from October 31st straight to December 25th? I think we can all agree that, with the exception of a...
Thank You For Being a Friend
My all-time favorite sitcom is the Golden Girls. You had to basically live your entire life under a rock to have not at least heard of this television show. It is about the day-to-day...
Crazy Plant Mama
Candles, family pictures, and plants are three staples that make a house a home in my opinion. Candles permeate the atmosphere, setting the tone and make it feel warm and cozy. Family pictures give...
Chocolate Milk
August is here, so you know what that means! It is National Breastfeeding Month. Woo-hoo! While the entire month garners education, support, and positivity regarding this most natural thing, the last week, August...
It’s a New Season, Seasoned Mama
So friends, this is a safe space, right? Well, I am glad because I have got to get something off my chest. You know what really grinds my gears? Unsolicited mom advice. I do...
“It Don’t Matter if You’re Black or White”
Today is way back Wednesday and, my oh my, how that phrase truly resonates these days. Senseless killings, police brutality, protests, riots, looting, division, and full out chaos are all around us. At times...
Make It Last Forever
One of my absolute favorite pastimes is walking down memory lane. In fact, just the other day, my husband, whom I met in college, and I were talking about the good ole days on...
Changing Positions: A Working Mom’s Love for the SAHM
We have all seen them, the hilarious “stay at home” vs. “working mom” memes. I never really put too much thought into it as I figured to each their own, but I have always...