Author: Mellix Life
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Basketball History
Aaron: “oohhhh!! I’m Steph Curry…he shoots he scores…” Super hero toys fly through the air into large plastic bins on the floor. The boys are hard at work cleaning their room…finally. Isaiah: “Here comes Thomas Jefferson…OOOOOO…he hits a 3-pointer!”
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How To Make A Bagel (7 easy steps)
Cut bagel in half. Put bagel in toaster for 1-2 minutes. (lightly toast it…be careful not to burn!) Get cream cheese out of the fridge. Stare in utter disappointment at the empty container. Rejoice because you’ve lived with these two boys & handsome man of your dreams for so long you’re prepared for moments like…
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Get Your Hands Involved!
I’ve had it! Seriously, this is just ridiculous. I don’t understand how hard it is to pee in the toilet. I mean the hole is HUGE! Just aim for the water…At this point can we just get it on the seat? Why & how are we at the point where it smells like a gas…
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Don’t Mess With My 5 Year Old…
The other day I was cleaning up the kitchen while the boys ran back and forth through the apartment playing some sort of war game. I noticed a large bruise on Isaiah’s arm and asked how he got it. Isaiah: “Aaron bit me yesterday when we were climbing down the mountain.” (They went hiking with…
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How To Communicate With Your Spouse
It is easy to find books on improving communication within a marriage. I’ve read a TON of books on becoming a better wife, better mom, etc. but it wasn’t until a friend let me borrow this book that I made some serious progress.
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Reblog: Cleaning Tip – Window Blinds
Don’t buy some crazy contraption, just grab these few things from your kitchen and linen closet! Click HERE for the instructions via Cleaning Window Blinds Trick — Do It And How
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Thank you!
I truly enjoy sharing our stories with you all. Thank you for the love!
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Can He Afford His Big Dreams?
Isaiah was recently hired by his father to do dishes. I know…that’s a topic all on its own. The focus here is Aaron’s meltdown regarding the whole situation. Aaron: “Isaiah, can I help you with the dishes and then we can split the money?” Me: “Isaiah are you seriously subcontracting out your one chore. I…
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Throwback Thursday – Random Cheese
Throwback Thursday is still a thing, right? Well…either way here’s an old one for you. Random Cheese What’s on the floor at your house? Wait…am I the only one with a mess? 🙂
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The Value of a Genuine Smile
For seventeen years I have worked in customer service. I’ve done my time in the fast food industry. I’ve worked in sales and marketing. I currently manage a call center. I understand the high level of stress that comes with the role but I also know from experience it is possible to exceed the customer’s…