” Parenting is a walk in the park….Jurassic Park”
Welcome To Mommin’ Ain’t Easy
A place for encouragement, tips, ideas, and a few laughs. A place where you know you are not alone on the journey of motherhood.
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Put Your Face On Sis
For many years I was the mom who did minimal skin care, minimal makeup, and minimal hair. Why? For one, I was absolutely exhausted and didn’t want to waste my energy or time. Secondly, I’m married with 3 kids why do I need to. Third, likely the only places I’m going is to run a
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Embracing Your Dreams as a Mom
When was the last time you dreamed? Not for your family or anyone else, but really stopped to think about YOUR dreams. I think as moms sometimes we can forget that we have dreams, or even feel guilty for having them. I’m a dreamer, just ask my husband. I’m always coming up with a new
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Take The Trip
Just a few days ago my husband said “I just need to get out of here.” Within 4 hours we had booked an Airbnb, found a dog sitter, packed the car and were headed for Panama City Beach. I’m generally a planner. One who takes days, if not weeks to book a vacation because I’m
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The Reality of Long Days and Short Years as Kids Grow
As my oldest is getting ready to start her freshman year, I find myself asking where did the last 13 years go?!? How am I looking at high school curriculum already?? Why is her dad letting practice driving?! She’s not old enough for that! After chatting with a friend today, who’s son is also starting
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From Panic to Grace: A Mother’s Journey Without a Manual
They don’t give you an instruction manual when you become a mother. You spend 9 months growing a human in your belly, go through MANY hours of labor and then are handed this little “bundle of joy” and expected to know what to do with it. It’s utterly terrifying! I remember thinking I am now
Hi I’m Shelby! As a mom of 3 I’ve been on this parenting journey for over 14 years. Mommin’ Ain’t Easy is birthed (pun) intended out of knowing that we can not do this alone. We need a place where we can be encouraged, get tips and advice, and laugh at the mistakes we will inevitably make. You are welcome here! Thanks for stopping by!
Mommin' Ain't Easy 