You guys know there’s never a dull moment around You guys know there’s never a dull moment around here and I’m always bringing you along the ride for the fun stuff 🤪 This one’s personal. 

Between marriage, motherhood, and life with a very full house, I’ve learned how easy it is to take care of everyone else and quietly forget yourself. Lately, I’ve been making small, intentional choices to change that, and starting a GLP-1 medication is one of them. 

I gave my husband five kids, it’s time to give ME my body back! Like with everything else, I’ll be sharing this journey honestly, gently, and in my own way. I’m excited, a little nervous, and grateful to be in a place where choosing myself feels possible again.

Here’s to choosing ourselves with a little more grace 🤍

#momlife #selfcare #glp1 #weightlossjourney
Life lately ✨ 1. First time I’ve been outside Life lately ✨

1. First time I’ve been outside all week ❄️
2. Most of the time I’m grocery shopping to feed my family. This time I’m grocery shopping just to feed me ❤️
3. We got so much snow last weekend Rainbow’s little legs were buried 🤣🐾
4. I became a first-time basketball mom this year and love it (but not more than being a football mom, of course 🤪) 
5. Bob maintenance ✂️ I get a trim about every 6-8 weeks! 
6. Ace turning 8 kicked off birthday season in our household with lots of back-to-back bdays coming up 🥳
7. I find myself drinking less coffee and more smoothies these days, and I love that for me! 
8. Savannah’s hair has grown so much. I cannot believe she’ll turn two this month 🥹
9. The boys have been making a blanket fort in the living room almost every weekend 😂 I don’t even blame them 
10. PROUD BASKETBALL MOM 🏀😆 Seeing how hard they work brings me so much joy 🥲 
11. Finally making my health a priority 🙏🏽
12. Catching up with a good friend over good food, good drinks, and good vibes is my definition of a good time 💕🥂
13. Went to @houseofcreolecolumbus for brunch for the first time, got a Seafood Omelette, and it did NOT disappoint 🤤🦀
14. Yoga has now become a part of morning routine. I don’t feel like myself without it 😌
15. Happy Black History Month & HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY HUSBAND 🎂❤️✊🏽
Instead of keeping the peace, I’ve simply starte Instead of keeping the peace, I’ve simply started protecting mine, and I love it here ❤️

#growth #peace #boundaries #selfcare
Here’s the truth you need to hear: withdrawal is Here’s the truth you need to hear: withdrawal is a choice. The most regulated, self-respecting thing you can learn to do when that happens is: 

• stop auditioning for understanding 
• stop overexplaining 
• stop chasing reconciliation
• stop managing other people’s emotions
• stop reopening wounds just to prove you’re “loving” 

Jesus modeled for us that once you’ve shown up honestly, clearly, and with care, the rest isn’t yours to fix.

“For we are each responsible for our own conduct.” — Galatians‬ ‭6‬:‭5‬ ‭

Unfortunately, most of the time, what usually happens next is people may act like nothing happened, or reach out casually without addressing it, or frame the distance as YOU pulling away.

But let the truth stand on its own. Let your nervous system settle. Go live your life. Because there’s a quiet strength in not chasing, not correcting, not proving. 

Here’s three scriptures that’s encouraged me:

1️⃣ “A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.” — Proverbs 18:2

2️⃣ “If possible, to the best of your ability, live at peace with all people. Don’t try to get revenge for yourselves, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath.” — Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭18-19‬ ‭

3️⃣ “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” — Proverbs‬ ‭4‬:‭23‬ ‭

Bottom line, let people choose you…or not. Happy Monday Yall ❤️

#boundaries #peace #faith #christian #momsofinstagram
This is your reminder that God is still in control This is your reminder that God is still in control.

Even with everything going on right now in politics. In the news. In the economy. In our neighborhoods. In LIFE.

Here are some scriptures getting me through: 

1️⃣ “Be still, and know that I am God!”
‭‭— Psalms‬ ‭46‬:‭10‬ ‭‬‬

2️⃣ “Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning.” — Psalms‬ ‭30‬:‭5‬ ‭

3️⃣ “Give your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you…” — Psalms‬ ‭55‬:‭22‬ ‭

4️⃣ “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.” — Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬ ‭

5️⃣ “So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.” — Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭34‬ ‭‬‬

6️⃣ “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.” — Proverbs‬ ‭3‬:‭5‬ ‭NLT‬‬

7️⃣ “What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?” — Romans‬ ‭8‬:‭31‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Feel free to take what you need. Happy Wednesday yall ❤️

#faith #trustgod #encouragement #christian #christianmom
Something honestly died in me the day I realized w Something honestly died in me the day I realized who and WHO’s I am. I know I will never be the same. 

#peace #boundaries #alignment #personalgrowth #momlife
Hear me when I say this: compassion doesn’t requ Hear me when I say this: compassion doesn’t require self-abandonment.

I realized I had been so considerate of others that I forgot to consider myself. That’s something I’m no longer willing to do.

#empath #boundaries #personalgrowth
Protecting my peace and my energy 😌 #peace #pe Protecting my peace and my energy 😌

#peace #peaceofmind #boundaries #intentionalliving
Kicking off the new year with new boundaries 🌿 Kicking off the new year with new boundaries 🌿

1️⃣ Slowing Down My Availability 
2️⃣ Sharing Less Information 
3️⃣ Honoring My Capacity 
4️⃣ Saying “No” Without A Long Explanation 
5️⃣ Choosing What Brings Me Peace 

Feel free to take what you need, loves! Happy New Year 🥂✨ 

#boundaries #newyear #momlife
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3 Fall Pot Simmers That’ll Make Your Whole House Smell Nice And Cozy

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Autumn leaves, pumpkin spice, and apple cider. These are some of my favorite Fall things. I also love a house that smells like Fall too!

Stovetop simmers are cheap and easy to make, and they’re a great way to cozy up your house without using plugins or burning a thousand candles. 

After spending several hours in my kitchen, today, I’m sharing my favorite stovetop simmers that’ll make your house smell like Fall!

Related: How to Make Your House Smell Like Christmas (Without Candles!)

How to Make A Stovetop Simmer

A stovetop simmer is so easy to make you’ll wish you’ve been doing this all year long. Add some simple ingredients to a pot of water or juice and simmer away! 

Bring your ingredients to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. It won’t be long before the aroma fills up your entire home!

3 Stovetop Simmers for Fall 

Cozy up your home with these Fall combinations! Grab your favorite pot or Dutch Oven (this is the one I have) and start simmering.

Apple Cinnamon Spice

This is my go-to every Sunday! It smells like there’s an apple pie in the oven.

Ingredients: 

  • 3 cups water, apple juice, or apple cider 
  • 1 apple, sliced thin
  • 3 cinnamon sticks 
  • 1 tbsp nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp whole cloves 
  • 1 tbsp vanilla

First Day Of Fall

This stovetop simmer is warm, cozy, inviting, and has all the Fall feels. It’s perfect for every day while you’re cleaning, cooking, or expecting company — they will all think you’re burning a Bath & Body Works candle!

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups water 
  • 1 orange, sliced
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 tbsp whole cloves
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • ½ tsp nutmeg

Vanilla Pumpkin

I wanted to create a stovetop simmer that’s a little more traditional for Fall. This Vanilla Pumpkin combination is just that! Although, it’s not as visually appealing as the other two simmers, it smells like fresh pumpkin donuts — just please don’t eat it!

Ingredients: 

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 ½ tbsp pumpkin spice 
  • 1 tbsp nutmeg
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 tbsp vanilla 
  • 2 tbsp whole cloves 

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I have to say, First Day Of Fall is my favorite simmer!!! The best part about these stovetop simmers is that you can use them over several days! Just refill your pot with water in the morning and throughout the day as needed. 

Are you going to try any of these potpourri recipes this Fall? Share yours with me on Instagram!

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You guys know there’s never a dull moment around You guys know there’s never a dull moment around here and I’m always bringing you along the ride for the fun stuff 🤪 This one’s personal. 

Between marriage, motherhood, and life with a very full house, I’ve learned how easy it is to take care of everyone else and quietly forget yourself. Lately, I’ve been making small, intentional choices to change that, and starting a GLP-1 medication is one of them. 

I gave my husband five kids, it’s time to give ME my body back! Like with everything else, I’ll be sharing this journey honestly, gently, and in my own way. I’m excited, a little nervous, and grateful to be in a place where choosing myself feels possible again.

Here’s to choosing ourselves with a little more grace 🤍

#momlife #selfcare #glp1 #weightlossjourney
Life lately ✨ 1. First time I’ve been outside Life lately ✨

1. First time I’ve been outside all week ❄️
2. Most of the time I’m grocery shopping to feed my family. This time I’m grocery shopping just to feed me ❤️
3. We got so much snow last weekend Rainbow’s little legs were buried 🤣🐾
4. I became a first-time basketball mom this year and love it (but not more than being a football mom, of course 🤪) 
5. Bob maintenance ✂️ I get a trim about every 6-8 weeks! 
6. Ace turning 8 kicked off birthday season in our household with lots of back-to-back bdays coming up 🥳
7. I find myself drinking less coffee and more smoothies these days, and I love that for me! 
8. Savannah’s hair has grown so much. I cannot believe she’ll turn two this month 🥹
9. The boys have been making a blanket fort in the living room almost every weekend 😂 I don’t even blame them 
10. PROUD BASKETBALL MOM 🏀😆 Seeing how hard they work brings me so much joy 🥲 
11. Finally making my health a priority 🙏🏽
12. Catching up with a good friend over good food, good drinks, and good vibes is my definition of a good time 💕🥂
13. Went to @houseofcreolecolumbus for brunch for the first time, got a Seafood Omelette, and it did NOT disappoint 🤤🦀
14. Yoga has now become a part of morning routine. I don’t feel like myself without it 😌
15. Happy Black History Month & HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY HUSBAND 🎂❤️✊🏽
Instead of keeping the peace, I’ve simply starte Instead of keeping the peace, I’ve simply started protecting mine, and I love it here ❤️

#growth #peace #boundaries #selfcare
Here’s the truth you need to hear: withdrawal is Here’s the truth you need to hear: withdrawal is a choice. The most regulated, self-respecting thing you can learn to do when that happens is: 

• stop auditioning for understanding 
• stop overexplaining 
• stop chasing reconciliation
• stop managing other people’s emotions
• stop reopening wounds just to prove you’re “loving” 

Jesus modeled for us that once you’ve shown up honestly, clearly, and with care, the rest isn’t yours to fix.

“For we are each responsible for our own conduct.” — Galatians‬ ‭6‬:‭5‬ ‭

Unfortunately, most of the time, what usually happens next is people may act like nothing happened, or reach out casually without addressing it, or frame the distance as YOU pulling away.

But let the truth stand on its own. Let your nervous system settle. Go live your life. Because there’s a quiet strength in not chasing, not correcting, not proving. 

Here’s three scriptures that’s encouraged me:

1️⃣ “A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.” — Proverbs 18:2

2️⃣ “If possible, to the best of your ability, live at peace with all people. Don’t try to get revenge for yourselves, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath.” — Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭18-19‬ ‭

3️⃣ “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” — Proverbs‬ ‭4‬:‭23‬ ‭

Bottom line, let people choose you…or not. Happy Monday Yall ❤️

#boundaries #peace #faith #christian #momsofinstagram
This is your reminder that God is still in control This is your reminder that God is still in control.

Even with everything going on right now in politics. In the news. In the economy. In our neighborhoods. In LIFE.

Here are some scriptures getting me through: 

1️⃣ “Be still, and know that I am God!”
‭‭— Psalms‬ ‭46‬:‭10‬ ‭‬‬

2️⃣ “Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning.” — Psalms‬ ‭30‬:‭5‬ ‭

3️⃣ “Give your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you…” — Psalms‬ ‭55‬:‭22‬ ‭

4️⃣ “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.” — Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬ ‭

5️⃣ “So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.” — Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭34‬ ‭‬‬

6️⃣ “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.” — Proverbs‬ ‭3‬:‭5‬ ‭NLT‬‬

7️⃣ “What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?” — Romans‬ ‭8‬:‭31‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Feel free to take what you need. Happy Wednesday yall ❤️

#faith #trustgod #encouragement #christian #christianmom
Something honestly died in me the day I realized w Something honestly died in me the day I realized who and WHO’s I am. I know I will never be the same. 

#peace #boundaries #alignment #personalgrowth #momlife
Hear me when I say this: compassion doesn’t requ Hear me when I say this: compassion doesn’t require self-abandonment.

I realized I had been so considerate of others that I forgot to consider myself. That’s something I’m no longer willing to do.

#empath #boundaries #personalgrowth
Protecting my peace and my energy 😌 #peace #pe Protecting my peace and my energy 😌

#peace #peaceofmind #boundaries #intentionalliving
Kicking off the new year with new boundaries 🌿 Kicking off the new year with new boundaries 🌿

1️⃣ Slowing Down My Availability 
2️⃣ Sharing Less Information 
3️⃣ Honoring My Capacity 
4️⃣ Saying “No” Without A Long Explanation 
5️⃣ Choosing What Brings Me Peace 

Feel free to take what you need, loves! Happy New Year 🥂✨ 

#boundaries #newyear #momlife
I am committed to honoring my capacity this year, I am committed to honoring my capacity this year, even if that means disappointing people.

Here’s everything I’m done doing:

❌ Explaining my decisions to feel understood
❌ Shrinking myself to make others comfortable
❌ Feeling guilty after saying no
❌ Needing to be liked to feel loved
❌ Saying “I’m fine” when I’m actually overwhelmed
❌ Doing things out of obligation vs alignment
❌ Living from pressure instead of peace
❌ Confusing kindness with self-abandonment

If you’re on this journey too, hello and welcome 🫶🏽

#newyear #boundaries #peace #personalgrowth #womenempowerment

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