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Taking Minimalism to a Whole Other Level

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 2 Comments

As readers know, there has been a major push toward minimalism around these parts over the last few months. The goal has been to go from clutter to minimalist in just ten weeks. It’s an important and difficult challenge—one that everybody should try! When you think of “minimalism” what do you think of? If you’re like most people, you probably think about…

2013, Why You Gotta Be So Mean?

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 13 Comments

2013 was supposed to be the year of good, amazing and awesome things for my family. Each year it seems my family is hit with some sort of struggle. With each struggle I get stronger and I try to remain positive. But when they hit you one after another, well…you start to lose it a bit. 2013 has sucked so…

LISTERINE 21 Day Challenge Wrap Up! #LISTERINE

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 0 Comments

Last month I told you all that I was participating in the LISTERINE 21 day Challenge. This is a challenge that I participated with my family in doing. My 21 Day Challenge with Listerine went great! I have to admit I had to try very hard to swish with LISTERINE ULTRACLEAN every morning and night, but doing so helped me…

Is it Safe to Have IVF Abroad?

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 1 Comments

IVF treatment can be very expensive indeed. It is a significant step to take, and with emotions often running high, the decision to have the procedure abroad in order to save money is a very big one indeed. One of the primary concerns for any couple looking into IVF, is the safety of the procedure, specifically regarding how good the clinics and doctors…

Small Victories! #RollerDerby #RSDSucks

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 6 Comments

Small victories are huge to me! Last night at CTH (Crash Test Hunnies) roller derby practice I made some small accomplishments that are very awesome ones for me. First of all, I did Faster Fastest again and did pretty well. I also was able to continue practice after that endurance building drill. A full 2 hours of practice. If I…

Jr. Derby, Rolling Rebellion is Going on the Road! #RollerDerby

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 0 Comments

How exciting! The Jr. Derby team, Rolling Rebellion, will be traveling to Oklahoma, just outside of Tulsa for their first bout on the road! I will be there taking tons of photos and driving the Mazda 5 to get us there. I’m really excited to check out this car in a full on road trip. These kids are absolutely amazing…

The Birthdays are Coming!

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 1 Comments

Apparently my body is only able to reproduce once a year. All of my kids birthdays are in April and May. All bunched up together. So needless to say, I have a mega overload of birthdays approaching quick like. 3 birthdays within a few weeks can be very overwhelming and I need to start planning now. I’m looking for ideas, very different…

Reading Kingdom, an Educational Website for Kids #Review

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 0 Comments

As you know, we do not use traditional school. We are considered homeschoolers and very much lean towards the ways of unschooling. In my opinion, if you can read, you can do anything! Reading is the key to learning and doing. Most schools teach kids to read with phonics. But, did you know that in English, only 20 percent of the…

Omron Fitness Challenge Ends Tomorrow! #iheartOmron #Mamavation

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 0 Comments

Tomorrow is the end of this journey with Omron Fitness Challenge and Mamavation as an ambassador in the challenge. But it is not the end of my journey on becoming healthier and more fit. The tools I gained in both knowledge and gadgets, will continue to be used until I reach my goal and then beyond that goal to keep myself healthy. I…

Monday Molly, Warmer Weather

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 1 Comments

We have had some fantastic warm weather and Molly sure does love it. Don’t forget, if you love Monday Molly pics, you can see a ton more on Facebook!

LISTERINE 21 Day Challenge Update #LISTERINE

Posted on February 16, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 0 Comments

Things are going well over here with the Listerine 21 Day Challenge. The kids have been following the program well and even asking me if I remembered to swish! So far so good! I am really liking the Listerine Toothpaste. Before this challenge I had no idea that Listerine even made toothpaste. The combination of the toothpaste and the mouth…

40 Bags in 40 Days #40bags40days

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 1 Comments

This goes right along with my minimalist thing I am trying to get to. I was trying to stay motivated on my own and life got in the way. I have still been decluttering, but not at the rate that I wanted to be going. Thankfully, today I heard about White House, Black Shutters and her 40 Bags in 40…

Valentine’s Day Gifts

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 0 Comments

This year is flying by with a vengeance! I can not believe that Valentines Day is almost here! Just a few more days! So let’s talk about Valentine’s Day gifts… Flowers are a great traditional Valentine’s Day gift and there are many stores online like Interflora so you can order them anytime and anywhere. Most people would be thrilled to have a…

Monday Molly, The Stink Eye!

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 2 Comments

Ok, It’s Monday Molly and she doesn’t seem to be in the mood….I totally think Molly is giving me dirty looks today…. What do you think? Is that the stink eye? P.S. If you like Molly pics, come like her page on Facebook!

Girl on Fire, Why I Chose My Derby Name #RollerDerby #RSDsucks

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Girl on Fire | 5 Comments

Yesterday my Derby name was approved! Now, I know most will automatically think…wow she must be a huge fan of The Hunger Games. Well, yea…I do like The Hunger Games..BUT this is me…not a fan tribute. Girl on Fire #180 It’s no secret around here that I have RSD. RSD changed my life and my attitude in many ways. RSD’s…