I’m a non-custodial parent. This means I don’t have physical custody of my children, though I may have legal custody. My goal here isn’t to seek pity but to shed light on what it’s like for parents who don’t have custody of their kids. Often, we picture a dad in this role, but about 10% of non-custodial parents are mothers. Many non-custodial parents are not neglectful. They simply found themselves at a disadvantage in the court system and must live with the consequences unless they have the resources to continue the fight. It’s disheartening to see parents who don’t treat...
Not Letting Fear Control My Life Any Longer
Not letting fear control my life any longer, sounds easy right? When you think about fear you think about watching a scary movie or doing something that makes you feel uncomfortable. Then there’s fear where you feel you’re in danger, but we’re not talking about those types of fear. We’re talking about the fear. First, the good news: “Fear is an illusion,” Williamson writes. “Our craziness, paranoia, anxiety, and trauma are literally all imagined.” The bad news? Although it may not be real, this fear can literally prevent us from seeing possibilities that are right there in front of us. In our...
Not Your Mama’s Black Bean Sweet Potato Chili
Who doesn’t love some chili? My favorite chili to make is black bean sweet potato chili. One of our favorite recipes throughout the year, no matter how the weather is treating us, would have to be a big bowl of black bean sweet potato chili. The only problem I always run into when eating a big bowl of chili would be the fact that I’ll get occasional heartburn and sleeplessness right before going to bed. Anyone that gets occasional heartburn before bed can tell you, it feels horrible. I’ve tried a number of different things over the years, none have really...
Update your Skincare Routine with NeoStrata | #neostrataregimen
I’m not much of a makeup kind of person, however beauty skincare routine is about as far as it gets for me. I’ve always battle with acne over the years, more now because I work around foods and I have a lot of stress in my life. I’m currently trying NeoStrata for my skincare routine. Personally I think to get a good review out of a product you need at least a month to get solid thoughts on a product, however I only had a week and that’s not nearly enough time for me. But I’ll using the product and give another...
A Day Trip to Wilmington NC | Railroad Museum & USS North Carolina Battleship
We have a new tradition of going to the coast every summer with the family with the kids before they head back to their dad’s. I haven’t been to Wilmington NC in a good while, so we spent the day there visiting the USS North Carolina Battleship and the Wilmington Railroad Museum. Wilmington houses many great attractions and there is so much to do; however, the North Carolina battleship is one of the most highly ranked sites in the Wilmington NC area. But the Wilmington Railroad museum was across the way and who can say no to anything trains? Surely...
Natural Bridge State Resort Park Slade, KY | A Ruhm Family Adventure
While we were on the way back to Delaware from our trip to Kentucky, we decided to actually stop by the Natural Bridge State Resort Park this time instead of just passing this on the highway. My husband had went several times as a child and wanted our kids to experience this as well. I have to say, this is one of the most breathtaking views I have ever seen and it makes it even better that I got to share this with my children. There were several hotel/motel options around the resort but we decided on the Lodge that is...
You Must Love Yourself, Before You Love Another
You know what one of the hardest things is? Learning how to love yourself all over again. Whether you went years without self love or you were in a toxic relationship. Point being, Loving yourself is the hardest thing to train your brain to do. But once you love yourself, you can’t stop. It’s the best reward you could ever give yourself. I’m a firm believer that you should give 100% to someone when you get into a new relationship. You need to be able to love every ounce of yourself, before you can pour your love into that relationship....
Keepin’ Cool This Summer With My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream
This post is sponsored by My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream but the content and opinions expressed here are my own I don’t know about you, but around here in North Carolina we have some crazy summertime weather. We can have all four seasons in one week normally, but the summertime is the worst. We get these crazy humid summers where it goes above 100 degrees most days. So stop with the boring snacking and make your chosen bites more bold, beautiful and all around better with these My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream balls! What the heck is Mochi? It’s a sweet rice...
SingleSwag Subscription Box Unboxing June 2018 | #LoveYourself
SingleSwag is my new favorite subscription box, each month they just keep getting better! I got the May box and there was lots of great items in that one, but this June box is just simply amazing. So if you use this link, you can save 25% on your first order! The Beauty Crop Fabulous Flocking Lashes ($20) With one sweep of the wand, Fabulous Flocking Lashes mascara coats every single lash from root to tip with it’s gentle, smudge and clump-free formula effortlessly. Nourished with Argan Oil and Jojoba to condition, separate, plump and and lengthen for gorgeous, glamorous...
9 Feminine & Pampered Monthly Period Subscription Boxes
Feel feminine and pampered all month long ― not just on your period. Period subscription boxes are all the craze right now. All of these awesome period boxes range from products of pads/tampons, liners, feminine hygiene cleansing cloths, an extra awesome bonus goodies. Don't Let Another Period Cramp Your Style with these 9 feminine and pampered monthly period subscription boxes.
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