Hi. My name is Lydia, and I love dessert. Any dessert, mostly. Cake. Ice cream. Chocolate. Candy. Cupcakes. Whipped Cream. Whatever I find is usually 100% ok with me. So much so that I have often rewarded myself with a cake or pint of ice cream for a job well done…whatever the goal may have … Read more
A new year, a new me. Seems cliché, right? I know, I know. Over the years, and as I’ve grown older, I’ve learned that New Year’s Resolutions in the traditional sense often set us all up for failure or disappointment. But I’ve also learned that setting an intention or goal for the new year works … Read more
I received this product for free from Moms Meet to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. CBD oil has been the buzzword. I started seeing it discussed on Facebook, and I couldn’t figure out what everyone was talking about. Then, I saw … Read more
Years ago, I learned about the importance of gut health. This isn’t something that is just part of health class or conversations with Mom. I’m not sure I really understood the purpose of gut health and probiotics until I was somewhere in college. It wasn’t until I was even older with children that I began … Read more
I’ve tried and tried to get myself back on the healthy wagon. But it seems like my health wanted to keep having health PROBLEMS. So, the constant circling back to not healthy continues to happen. Most recently, I had a stent in place from kidney to bladder to battle some issues I had with kidney … Read more
In July, I had my first ambulance ride ever. I actually had the chance to see all the controls and gadgets and chat with the driver as we rushed, sirens and lights blaring, to the nearest and best neurology doctor. My mom was on her way to emergency brain surgery. Let me back up a … Read more
I’m struggling. I say this a lot, and I’m fully aware that I sound like a broken record. But, you guys, I’m struggling. A few months ago, I came out strong with this, “I will defeat the unhealthy habits that have taken me prisoner RAWR” attitude. And then I quickly (and with much humility) fell … Read more
When the numbers start to change, momentum picks up. That’s what’s happening with me right now. A couple of weeks ago, I shared my goals for getting myself back in shape and back in the healthy saddle. My first week didn’t turn out so well. In fact, I had a quick pity party before I … Read more
Summer time calls for lazy days, ice cream, hot backyards, and kids. Kids in my house all day long who need me, ask me questions, talk to me, need me to hold them, need food…you get the drift. It’s hard as a parent at home with the kids to find your chill. When do you … Read more
Last week, I proclaimed loud and strong that I was going to get my health and body in order. I was going to do all these amazing things, and by making it public I was sharing with all of you across the interwebs my goals, dreams, aspirations, and hope. Then, the week started. I started … Read more