My Journey of Migraine, Family & Fitness

After the great cleanse of 2017 I’m rebuilding pretty much my entire life. Welcome to my journey of rebirth.

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Italian Chicken Skillet Dinner Recipe

Italian Chicken Skillet Dinner Recipe

I always look on the web for meal ideas. Yesterday I received my produce box. I love it. I have everything from eggplants to zucchini!. Of course, at once I hit the web for some new recipes. I wanted to use the zucchini and sun choke in something new. I found this great recipe for an Italian Chicken Skllet Dinner. It calls for tomatoes, which in their fresh form, don’t sit well with me. I used…

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Another dinner win with stuff from our produce box. Family is loving it. Lol. Fights over oranges and pears have begun. I love that my kids and husband eat healthy without my prodding. #fitnessjourney #healthylifestyle #instafit #foodporn #instafood #naturaleating https://www.instagram.com/p/B8FvA68lmG0/?igshid=1njf8wfsbak1x

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8 Binge Worthy Shows On Netflix

8 Binge Worthy Shows On Netflix

This list is the 8 most binge worthy shows on netflix I’ve seen so far.  I spend much of my day at home, working. As an ADHD woman, I always need consistent background noise. It needs to be engaging, but not so much it pulls me from my work. It needs to have a consistent tempo. Often I listen to Audible books, but when I run out of credits I will listen to NetFlix. To qualify as binge worthy…

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I Was Told I Should Drop Out of College

I Was Told I Should Drop Out of College

Yes, I was told I should drop out of college. P​art way through my sophomore year in college, an instructor suggested I consider dropping out of college. “College isn’t for everyone,” they said.

I​’m not in the habit of listening to negative feedback. Of course, I didn’t listen. In fact, it spurred my decision to ace the class and make the instructor eat their words. Years later, I have my…

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I Lost More Than Just "Stuff" In the Flood

I Lost More Than Just “Stuff” In the Flood

The Flood

What I lost in the flood was much greater than I initially thought. I​n 2017 we experienced a flood. It obliterated our meticulously finished basement. There was six feet of water across the basement. The water coming in was so high, it almost flowed back out through the windows. My oldest child lost almost all his possessions and furniture. I lost my home office, pantry, second…

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Searching for an Autism Diagnosis

Searching for an Autism Diagnosis

As a parent, seeking out an Autism diagnosis isn’t on your to-do list. A​n Autism diagnosis is a difficult thing to both receive and search out. Families search out Autism diagnosis’ for a variety reasons and some have it thrust on them. Neither situation is easy. Seeking the diagnosis is often a difficult decision. Some reasons families seek a diagnosis are:

T​o get financial resources for…

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Exploring Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Exploring Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

ABA Therapy

Applied behavior analysis is commonly referred to as ABA therapy. ABA is a scientific approach based on learning and behavior specifically used to aid children with Autism.

Goals of ABA therapy include:

Increased communication

Increased focus

Decrease in problem behaviors

Increased social skills

H​ow ABA Therapy Works

A​BA therapy begins with observing the child and their…

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Save Money Without Clipping Coupons

Save Money Without Clipping Coupons

As a busy mom I’m terrible at clipping coupons.  Honestly, I usually leave them at home, lose them or forget about them.  For those of you that suffer from the same affliction, I want to share with you 6 easy ways I save money without clipping coupons. Each of them come with their pros and cons, but in the end they work amazing.

Ibotta– an app for your phone which allows you to get cash back for…

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Moments of Realization

It’s another one of those moments of realization.  I was a good girl today.  And as a reward you sent me a text.  “I know it’s over, but I miss you. I miss your beautiful smile”. Sigh. I realize something now and it’s difficult to believe I didn’t see it sooner.

You know what sir, I miss you too. I miss the moments where YOU were wonderful, but sadly after 5 years I figured it out.  Honestly,…

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When your kid starts the morning eating Cheerios like a puppy, you know it’s gonna be one of THOSE days! #momslife #toddlerfun #momof3boys (at Midland, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/By4G0gKFEZR/?igshid=1kw8ovohcsqqy

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What happens after #walkamileinmyboots lol #naptime #toddler #momlife #michigan #snow #cabinfever https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt4vpcLge4F/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1qi933o44g58f

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Funny how fast I can from holding my head up to holding my hair out of the toilet. Chronic pain likes to remind me that it’s still here and can take over any situation. But I’m not less of a person because of it. Im not weak. #chronicmigraines #chronicillness #chronicpain #strongwomen #strength https://www.instagram.com/p/Btpz7eGA9ow/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=349uqczqlrb9

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Funny how quickly life can change from holding my head up to holding my hair out of the toilet. Strength is about more than just pushing through its also about know when it’s time to take a break. <3 https://www.instagram.com/p/BtpunA6AuzS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1hxe5czl1iqbt

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People like us we don’t need much! Follow your passions. Each of us are powerful beings so connect with it and crush it! Love y’all! #passions #power #momlife #girlpower https://www.instagram.com/p/Btpi-NyARiY/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ju15jbec5f88

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I’m nothing special, just a girl. But tonight I’m a girl with POWER TOOLS 🛠. Sure it’s great to have a man to do things but girls we got this. So tonight, hold my beer and watch this! #girlpower #momlife #diy #kitchenupdate #independentwoman https://www.instagram.com/p/BtpitWGg6i8/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=6wy7kkxytnev

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No bleach. Nothing toxic or hash. No asthma attack or double rinse to get the chemicals out. Just a short soak in some non toxic goodness and WOW! #livegreen #nontoxic #gogreen #healthylifestyle #healthy #wellness https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqm5lT2FCyZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1nyc37e9uwe5o

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Woke up with a horrible migraine. Nausea and everything kicking my butt. May as well looking point even if I don’t feel it! #migraine #chronicpain #keepitreal #positivevibes https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqm3O8eFZWB/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7a094srd40n6