This weekend I realized that I hit NONE of my summer goals. Cafe Diem in Ankeny, Iowa I have not written a blog post, shared an IG picture, or even socialized much at all. My Goal Planner got dusty. My entrepreneurial efforts stalled out. Instead, I enjoyed dirty chai lattes, burgers, ice cream, and delicious sweet treats. I enjoyed my teens and turned the rest of the summer into a low stress vibe. I even took a class, earned a certification, and a license (still pending). The only missing...

Sometimes you get into a groove within your life and everything seems to pause. Maybe you get ill or a loved one needs additional care. Maybe you suddenly need to find a new apartment and move. Let the wind blow! Maybe you are simply burnt out and tired. It IS ok to put a pause on things. Saying NO is a full and complete sentence. You may need to streamline your schedule to prioritize more important things in your life. Over the last couple of months, I had to redirect my time and energy. I...

Over the boys' Spring Break, we did a little road trip to visit several colleges and spend a little time with my brother and wifey. We had a great time! We had some amazing food. By the time we made it home, my stomach was NOT happy. I initially was going to do some water fasting (3-day water and then a serious diet adjustment). I changed my mind. 💪🏾I wanted energy to continue my workouts. 🍒I have major food noise. I am THE MomUber and primary chef for my teens. The temptation is REAL....