LIFESTYLE
Welcome to the lifestyle section. All the things that help me live a life recovered from anxiety, depression and being captive to negativity. Let’s carve out some space for your mind to breathe.
Ultimate Guide to Save Money in Medora, ND
This stress-free, fun-filled itinerary for Medora tells you EXACTLY what we did and how to save money in Medora, ND.
Complete Itinerary + Guide to Military Discounts in Medora
Medora, ND is a perfect getaway for military families! This itinerary and guide gives you all the details on what to do and military discounts in Medora.
A Simple Secret for Actually Growing Flowers in North Dakota
I’ve lived in Indiana, Florida, Oklahoma, Louisiana, South Dakota, and North Dakota. In each place I did my best to make our house into a “home.” On the casual end of the spectrum that meant painting a wall or two. On the extreme end, it meant tearing out walls during...
What Deployment Is Really Like | Deployment Diary
The following is an excerpt from a journal I kept during our most recent deployment like. This is what deployment is really like for the spouse left behind. Another excerpt can be read here. More on military life can be found here. What is it really like to have your...
10 Simple Tips For Living in Extreme Cold| Minot Monday
Happy Minot Monday! Minot's hallmark subzero temps are here at last. So today I'm offering 10 tips for living in extreme cold. Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. BeLOCAL is a guide to thriving in our town. Read the publication and...
The Best Parenting Advice I Ever Got
Here’s some of the most helpful + encouraging parenting advice I’ve ever gotten. In fact, it may be the best parenting advice I ever got. “Becoming a parent doesn’t mean stopping. It doesn’t mean putting the work God asks of you on hold. It’s not God’s way of telling...
Minot Monday | 10 Unique Winter Date Ideas in Minot
Grab the date guide! 15 UNIQUE DATE IDEAS IN MINOT, ND. >>> It's FREE! With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, it's time to talk about fresh date night ideas. I often find myself having a hard time coming up with date ideas that don't involve eating out. Right now,...
Awesome & Affordable Gifts For the Whole Family with SCHEELS
This guide of affordable gifts for the whole family is partnership with Minot SCHEELS. All thoughts, opinion and picks are purely my own. Christmas is almost here. And if you're like me, there are still a few people to shop for and a few gifts left on your list to...
Minot Monday | FREE Printable 2020 Christmas in Minot Bucket List
Happy Minot Monday! You guys had such a great response to the Minot Fall Bucket List, I've decided to keep it going. Today I've got a list of 10 things to do in Minot this Christmas. It's the 2020 Christmas in Minot bucket list. Minot Monday is made possible through a...
Minot Monday | 10 Scandinavian Holiday Foods for an Ultimate Feast
Happy Minot Monday! Today's post is all about Scandinavian holiday foods. Read on to see why that qualifies for a Minot Monday post. And remember, these posts about life in Minot are made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot--a guide to living like a...
Everything You Need to Know About Minot Labor and Delivery | Minot Monday
Happy Minot Monday! After a couple weeks off, to celebrate the arrival of our new little one, I'm thrilled to be back. Today I'm sharing my Minot labor and delivery experience. Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLocal Minot. For more on living...
The Ultimate What To Wear For a Minot Winter Guide
ABOVE: Men's Coat, Boots,; Women's Coat, Boots, Hat; Kids Coat, Boots, Hat This post all about what to wear for a Minot winter was made possible through a collaboration with Minot Scheels. All thoughts and opinions are my own. No links are sponsored. I am so excited...
