I know it’s been a long time since I’ve written a new blog post. I’m just going to call out the elephants (while I jam out to this song in my head), there are a few. After having baby number six, it was much harder than I had anticipated getting back into the swing of things. Since baby number four and five were very easy to bring into the family, I expected the same for number six. She was not a bad baby, in fact she was rather easy. It was just hard balancing everything, since the older kids were in a lot more activities than they were when we welcomed the other two. Something had to give, so it was blogging that I pushed to the back burner. I had no intention on waiting so long to start back up, but I felt like I was talking to no one. I felt like my words and tips were not serving anyone.

If you’ve been looking closely, I’m sure you’ve noticed “some movement” on the blog; updates and moving things around. I still do not know how consistently I will be blogging, as I’m really focused on serving my Facebook community; @busyandstressedtobalancedandblessed. I’d love it if you’ve joined me there. A big priority for me now is balance, so I’ll be honest and say that blogging is much lower on my list than a lot of other things. There are already a lot of really good blog posts on this site, as I blogged regularly for a few years. If you are wanting more info, please take the time to look around. Before I start blogging regularly, I will more than likely focus on updating some of the things that are already on here. I know almost all of the links are old, but there are so many, that it will take a while to update all of them.

The past year has been a year of growth and “seed planting.” Over the next few months, it’s looking like those seeds, that have now sprouted are going to bloom. The first one already has! I am a published author! I collaborated with 24 other women and together we represent 6 different countries. The Truth About Success Writing a book has been a life long dream of mine, although, I thought it would look different, I have still accomplished my goal of writing a book. I do plan on writing at least two more books of my very own, but this was an unexpected stepping stone!

This past year, I became a certified Life Coach. I can coach you through the Oola framework, or through parenting struggles. Did you know that those who actually write down goals are 65% successful at achieving them, if you write them down AND have an accountability partner, you are 95% more likely to see the goal to completion! I can help you focus on the areas that will bring the most balance to your life. If you are feeling too busy and stressed, get my free guide, do the exercise and then message me so that I can help you. Scroll down and find my other free resources in the side bar (motherhood, money stress, family stress, career transformation and wellness/fitness). My edited blog post is scheduled to be published on Oola’s blog tomorrow! Oola is also getting ready to launch an amazing new product! I’m so excited, it’s a customizable framework with a goal tracker app to help you live your best life! It’s not open to the public until July, but if you are interested, since I’m a coach and ambassador, I can get you in before that! Get the Oola book here. I also got certified in their amazing financial coaching. This financial program is so amazing and is perfect for the season of life that we’re in now. Our oldest is a few years from being old enough to move out on his own and right now, we are not willing to forgo creating memories these next couple of years, just to get out of debt. This program allows us to attack our debt, grow investments and still give ourselves permission for fun!

I have recorded my interview and it should “go live” in the June Summit, which starts June 21st. It’s free (all of them have been free), but you need to register here. I know I’ll post about it in my Facebook group as the time gets closer. Join the Operation Parent Takeover Facebook group too!

I am in the process of launching courses. My first course, Giving Children Choices should be out very soon. I have all of the videos recorded and the e-book all ready to go, I’m just working on the technical side of putting it all together. I’ll be working on a parenting course after that.

I am still with Young Living and use many of their products everyday to help us stay healthy. There are a few changes coming up that will help get these amazing products in your home much easier. The best way would be to have a no pressure chat about your health and lifestyle goals and then I can lead you in the direction to best help accomplish those. If you want to learn more, go here. The date for changes keeps getting moved, so I’ll be sure to announce when the changes are live!

Thank you for understanding and patience as I find my new balance with adding in blogging again. I show up consistently in my group, so right now, that’s the best place to find me. The guides section in my group is GOLD, so make sure to join, answer the questions and start digging in. Also, the more interaction I get on my blog through comments, the more likely I will be to spend more time here as I will know this is a way that you liked to be served.

Blessings!