Life As I Know It

I used a bar of Dr.Bronners soap and it didn't...

2012-05-21T08:42:34.132-04:00

I used a bar of Dr.Bronners soap and it didn't thicken. Any ideas?

Thank you, I just did this with my kids. We had a...

2012-05-06T17:57:19.208-04:00

Thank you, I just did this with my kids. We had a blast. Got to wait 10 hours and then mix it. We used a new Citris/honeysuckle smelling softsoap. Thanks again!

yes it would for a foaming bottle take oneof those...

2012-05-04T21:45:46.079-04:00

yes it would for a foaming bottle take oneof those small sample or travel size dish soap containers and fill with soap. Pour into your foaming pump bottle and fill the rest of the way with water. Give a good shake and your good to go!

Just seen this on cafemom. Thank you so much I'...

2012-05-04T08:45:58.808-04:00

Just seen this on cafemom. Thank you so much I'm going to try it. Do you know if this would stretch even further if you put it in a foaming pump and dilute it with water?

I did the same exact thing! Four pairs of shoes fo...

2012-04-02T12:08:25.635-04:00

I did the same exact thing! Four pairs of shoes for $40 with a coupon for Payless. Not too shabby. I hate spending money on shoes for the kids because they out grow them by the time we get home!!!!

Thank you for this post!! It really does put thing...

2012-01-03T21:11:19.277-05:00

Thank you for this post!! It really does put things in perspective when I think of my anxiety and "problems". It is so easy to say that we trust God.....but quite another thing to actually do it and FULLY give our fears to him, as Josh and I have learned in the last few months!!

great pic. some of the greatest girls/woman in th...

2011-06-27T20:25:48.459-04:00

great pic. some of the greatest girls/woman in this world!

Amen! I don't really do the 'me' time ...

2011-06-27T20:01:58.891-04:00

Amen! I don't really do the 'me' time thing. I like being with my baby!

I'm so sorry about your Grandfather. I cried l...

2011-06-15T09:08:50.848-04:00

I'm so sorry about your Grandfather. I cried looking at all the wonderful pictures of him with his family and most of all holding little Emma. Hold tight to that promise that you will see him again someday. It doesn't make it easier to let go, but God will give you the strength and peace to get you through this.

Thanks for the tip about the fire pit. Mark's ...

2011-06-15T09:05:13.889-04:00

Thanks for the tip about the fire pit. Mark's been wanting one but after reading this I think we will just stick to fires when we go camping! Yikes!

Another tip: make sure you are getting enough vita...

2011-02-09T10:32:36.562-05:00

Another tip: make sure you are getting enough vitamin D. People with low levels of vitamin D are more likely to be depressed.

Melissa, if you haven't already, you should lo...

2011-01-25T13:03:00.783-05:00

Melissa, if you haven't already, you should look at Craigslist for a bedroom set or any other furniture you are interested in. Eric and I bought a bedroom set for about 75% less than what you would pay at a furniture store. We got a headboard, footboard, dresser with mirror, chest of drawers and 2 night stands. They are really, really nice and in perfect condition!! The set we got is only a year and a half old and the couple was selling it because it didn't fit in the bedroom at their new house. You might end up looking for a couple months, but it's definitely worth it. Of course, just be cautious. :-) P.S. I love you blog! :-)

Love that bench!! Where is it from? We are doing ...

2011-01-24T11:23:12.159-05:00

Love that bench!! Where is it from?
We are doing some home improvements too. It frustrates me that it takes SO long to save up and get things the way I want them!

You can also check out E-Books from the library.....

2011-01-17T11:59:31.999-05:00

You can also check out E-Books from the library... I didn't know that until Mark told me!

I'm thankful I can read your blog when I'm...

2011-01-07T10:27:52.951-05:00

I'm thankful I can read your blog when I'm having a bad day and it will put a smile on my face :)

Melissa beautifully put! I am most thankful for a...

2011-01-06T09:49:09.703-05:00

Melissa beautifully put! I am most thankful for a God who forgives and for my great family and friends.

All this fretting! Why don't they stop stressi...

2010-10-29T15:36:48.464-04:00

All this fretting! Why don't they stop stressing you out?! I'm glad your heart is at peace, for now!

you're not a weakling my friend. Your only hu...

2010-10-20T07:40:12.815-04:00

you're not a weakling my friend. Your only human! And you may not think you're superwoman, but you are supermom and superwife which is way more powerful! You are a strong beautiful intelligent woman of God. Listen to your body and listen to yourself, you know what's best...now you just have to act upon it. You know you have tons of support now and you will have even more when Emma arrives. Focus on baby Emma and yourself staying healthy. I am praying for you friend. Love you bunches!!
~Joy

Hi Melissa and thanks for commenting! Our bench a...

2010-08-29T09:47:58.236-04:00

Hi Melissa and thanks for commenting! Our bench and shelf are from JCPenney. I know they have several other colors available. I don't remember how much we spent, but it was on sale!

This is a great pic of you! :) You look so cute! ...

2010-08-11T08:15:17.064-04:00

This is a great pic of you! :) You look so cute!
On the water comment...even if you just add a little cranberry juice to flavor it up a little if you're not a water drinker. Better than the sugary stuff the Cranberry is great for your kidneys. :)

Congratulations Melissa!

2010-07-09T13:06:47.618-04:00

Congratulations Melissa!

Wow! Papa is takin care of your guys!..=] He's...

2010-07-09T00:11:27.533-04:00

Wow! Papa is takin care of your guys!..=] He's so awesome! Miss seeing you at Nexus!

You're not huge you're pregnant. No fret ...

2010-06-16T08:01:10.172-04:00

You're not huge you're pregnant. No fret about your growing belly.... just enjoy each moment of this miracle. As your belly grows... your baby grows... that's a GOOD thing.. a VERY good thing! Don't let the joy of this pregnancy be stolen because you're "you feel huge". Cherish every day... rejoice... get a larger pair of pants.. and relax! ;-) Love ya!

C

Also, 100% of the people who have a 15 year mortga...

2010-06-14T16:41:14.774-04:00

Also, 100% of the people who have a 15 year mortgage pay it off it 15 years. I know a lot of people would say, get a 30 year mortgage and pay it off like a 15 year. But, no one actually follows through with the payments.

you look gorgeous!

2010-05-26T16:26:14.221-04:00

you look gorgeous!