What We’ve Learned in a Decade of Marriage In this current social construct that has over 50% of marriages failing, my husband and I often get this question: what’s your secret for being married over 13 years? Politically correct response: Communication, trust, and friendship. Madi’s response: Wine, Jesus, and friendship. You could not tell us […]
Three Simple Ways to Eat Simply This Holiday Season and Avoid Those Extra Pounds We’ve all been there, standing in front of a mirror, realizing it’s January 1st and it’s time to face the morbid truth of our holiday splurge. We tip-toe to the bathroom and step gingerly on the scale (because maybe a lighter […]
The Still PREP’n Experience is LIVE! I had the privilege of interviewing my sister, Jennifer Kirk, this week about her 65 pound weight loss. Facts I knew: My sister is a phenomenal wife and mother. My sister used a gastric balloon to alter her life (and weight). My sister is bold in sharing her story. […]
So if you are anything like me, just looking at the above picture is causing you to itch or want to crawl inside and start cleaning. For many people, this room is a daily reality of what it’s like to live inside of clutter. Clutter isn’t just a mess; it’s the cause of stress and anxiety for […]
The Still PREP’n Experience is LIVE! I’m super excited to announce you can now listen to The Still PREP’n Experience on Apple, Spotify, and anchor! I welcome you to listen and share your thoughts! Episode #1 is about the power of the word “No.” When I was a little girl, I watched my mother […]
In the fairy tale, Cinderella, the clock chimes midnight. Her chariot turns back into a pumpkin. Her clothes become a disheveled mess, a stark contrast from the glorious ballgown she wore while dancing with the prince. All she has left are memories of the best night of her life. I do not live in a […]
The lotus flower is a remarkable creation. Despite growing in dark, murky waters, everyday it blooms in sunlight free from dirt and grime. I reflected on this a few weeks ago when a landscaper came to our house that we are currently in the process of selling and planted a few bare-naked rose bushes on […]
Are you ready for the January Kickoff Challenge: January 1st through February 1st, 2017? Let’s do this! 3 Ways to Win: Weight Loss Body Fat Loss Muscle Gain Rules & Requirements for the Challenge: $10 (non-refundable) Entry Fee ($1,000 Payout across 3 categories) Weigh-in and Submit Before Photo 12/24/16 – 12/31/16 Join Facebook […]
I’m always amazed by how quickly it happens. One moment, I’m dealing with the typical stresses that come in a day and the next moment, I’m lying on a floor in a fetal position in tears convincing myself to not just pack my bags and run away. If you’ve ever experienced this, or experienced the […]