What a crazy 2 months
As you know just a little over a month ago I lost my mother. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever been through. You run things through your mind that you should have said….should have done. In...
View ArticleCheck out Our Video and Review from Global Resort Homes
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View ArticleREBRANDED! Now Southern Bella’s Ways
Welcome to the NEW Southern Bella’s Ways! I’ve rebranded, but you can still get here via Southern Bella’s Ways To Save. I thought it was time to make the switch. Everything blog wise is still the same...
View ArticleList of 16 Things I’ll NEVER Do Again
So I’ve been trying to come up with some creative blog posts in between all the OTHER posts. You know the fabulous travel posts, the reviews & entertainment, all things Disney, and my life as a...
View ArticleLet’s Get Real Tuesday: Strive for Progress Not Perfection
Ever since I lost my mom and grandmother so suddenly last year I’ve lost my way. Some days I’d feel anchored, alive, and full of purpose…..Other days I felt lost, adrift, no sense of urgency. I’ve...
View ArticleLet’s Get Real Tuesday: Own Your Weird
I love unique people. People who defy logic and are not cookie cutouts of a cliche. People who are in essence weird. Celebrate your weird! OWN IT! Here are 5 things that are weird to other people, but...
View ArticleLet’s Get Real Tuesday: Back To School Already?
It’s Tuesday which means Let’s Get Real….I’m that mom. That looked up and realized what the actual DATE was. (Because who really needs dates during the summer and if you aren’t traveling??) Today is...
View ArticleLet’s Get Real Tuesday: Inspiring Songs of the Day
It’s Tuesday which means Let’s Get Real….Our family loves music. None of us can play an instrument (unless you count Guitar Hero), but we sing and make funny videos, etc. Some songs are pure fun and...
View ArticleA Year and a Day
I’ve written this post and re-written it about a thousand times. I think I finally figured out what I want to say. I’m leaving this unedited for a reason. …..A Year and a Day ago I lost my mom Diana...
View ArticleOne Direction IN Concert #WWATour #1DNashville
We have some crazy One Direction and 5 Seconds of Summer Fans in the family. Last year for Christmas Isabella and her cousins Jade and Mia along with myself and my sister in law all got tickets to see...
View ArticleWhat 14 Years of Marriage Has Taught Me
So the blog has been sparse because Brian took me on a surprise anniversarry trip last weekend though mid week. We went to Gatlinburg TN, which was also where we went directly after we were married...
View ArticleHow I Spent my Christmas Vacation
Do you remember going back to school and having to write a paper with those words at the top? I do. I also remember how I loved to write them. At an early age I couldn’t wait to share what I did,...
View ArticleBeing Present: A Lesson in the Day to Day #StreamTeam
My life is a bit hectic…..and I’ll be the first to say something it’s complete and utter chaos. Let’s be honest. My son is 13. Gabriel is super smart, outgoing, loves all things entertainment related...
View ArticleWords Have Power and Actions Speak Louder
I’ve been writing and re-writing this post for the past couple of weeks in my head trying to figure out the best way to put my thoughts into words. Stream of conscience posts are the easiest way for...
View ArticleThe Improv Games: Destination Imagination
So Gabriel participated in something pretty amazing last month and I was astounded at what talent these 8th graders had. It something called Destination Imagination: The Improv Games. He’s in the...
View ArticleUh Oh I Think I’m a Hipster
So I’ve been trying to describe my style and the family style for awhile, but I always scratch my head in annoyance. I don’t like labels. (even though I use them) Through the years I’ve been a little...
View ArticlePeople Watching As I Travel
Boy….Traveling is so fun sometimes. Not the way you are thinking. I’m talking about People Watching my friends. Come on’! Don’t act like you don’t do it. I was in the airport this past Sunday which...
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