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Fall is F I N A L L Y here!! And all the fall-lovin' mamas said "Amen!" There are many quotes that perfectly sum up my adoration for all things fall, but this one is by far my favorite:  I'm...

Our family is together a lot. Sometimes it seems to be too much time together, especially during the cold, endless months of winter. These are the times that try men’s souls, and just because we’re learning about Thomas Paine in...

Some days it just hits. It can be as early in the day as 10 a.m. or noon, but it typically comes later when I’m tired and hungry. That point where I can no longer think clearly. I want to...

One of the things I routinely put off until the last minute is getting my oil changed. Yes, I know why they are important and I know the dangers of not keeping up on car maintenance. They just take...

Houseplants have many benefits and can be very rewarding. They are known to relieve stress, improve air quality, create a more inviting atmosphere to your home and even provide a learning opportunity for the kiddos! Here are some important...

One of the best parts of 2020 was discovering the home organization show on Netflix, Get Organized With The Home Edit. I've shared before my love of Marie Kondo and now I wanted to share some of the super...

As school begins and we all seek the safe balance of our regular routine, I can’t help but reflect upon what our busy summer has left behind. Oh, it is not overtly evident. It is all combusting quietly in the...

  This post is sponsored by Hummel's Nissan in Urbandale. DMMB Contributor Ashley recently got the chance to test drive a Nissan Pathfinder for the weekend and is sharing her experience with us: My Favorite Features of the Nissan Pathfinder: #1. Space The third row seat...

I love to cook and bake. My kitchen is my home. We rarely eat out, so that means I spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Over the 14 years we have been married I have tried to...

When I worked full-time I dreamed about the possibility of one day staying home with my kids. I wanted the chance to care, teach, and invest in their little selves throughout the day, every day. I didn’t want to miss...