Paige Martin
Hi, y’all! My name is Paige - I am a wife and momma to 4 precious little boys. #boymomlife We live in Ooltewah, but are always on the go in and around Chattanooga trying new family fun activities. When not on the go, you can find us spending time together in the kitchen. Follow along with us on our adventures and try our family recipes on my Instagram at @martinmadesimple
Shifting Into Soup Mode: My Favorite Fall Soups
The weather is finally starting to get cooler, and my internal foodie has begun the shift to all my fall favorite meals. I am hoping our readers have felt this shift, too.
I am a...
The Mom Who Doesn’t Want To Let The Teacher Go
There's no denying that teachers are difference-makers. Be it positive or negative, teachers are the ones that alongside parents help mold our children.
I have always known this. I think back to all of the...
Diaries Of The Burnt Out Foster Mom
It’s 6:15pm, the day’s dishes are piled up in front of me in the sink, the dryer is singing its tune of “don’t forget me,” two children have decided to dance on the table,...
Being Content: Boy Mom Of Four Not Trying For A Girl
Do the things people say to you while out in public ever blow your mind? At this point, nothing should surprise me -- folks feel so free to comment on our lives (thanks social...
Getting Creative Indoors: My Family’s Top Indoor Activities For Winter Months
Warmer weather is coming. The days are getting longer. Spring fever has officially hit the Martin house. I can tell just by how the boys have more wiggles and giggles. But with a little...
Taking The Load Off Motherhood In 2023
Let us all agree that no matter what steps we take in 2023, all moms will always have a running to do list in their head. I’ve accepted this. When I first became a...
Turning 30 In A Photoshop World
It’s no secret that women today, no matter our age, are constantly in front of images of other strong, beautiful, photoshopped women. Whether you’re scrolling on social media, standing in line at the store,...
Tips For Toddlers While On The Phone
Last month, while on the phone with my travel agent, she overheard me saying, “Be quiet, mommy is on the phone.” We shared a good laugh as she is a fellow mom.
During that conversation,...
Can We Bring Back Simple Birthday Parties?
I know the feeling. Your child's birthday is coming up. You have attended several parties the last few months with the large balloon arches, expensive light up huge letters, bounce houses, and fun venues....
Ditching The Sweat Pants As A Stay-At-Home Mom
This last month, I did the 14-day stay-at-home mom “dress up challenge” that has been circulating on social media this summer. It intrigued me and confused me. If I am at home all day...