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Mom's Guide to an Immune Boosting Lifestyle
Too many are being affected by the flu and other viruses right now and it makes me think about our homeopathic routine. Many think there...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 27, 20204 min read
Create a Toxin Free Living Space With These Powerful Plants
Did you know plants can clean the air? They can eradicate dangerous chemicals in our air that are emitted from various pollutants today....
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 19, 20202 min read
Hi, Nice To Meet You… I Had Breast Cancer
It has been about 938 days since I was told I had breast cancer. Since then I have had 1 year of chemotherapy, radiation and 4 surgeries....
Lauren Wiatrek
Dec 29, 20192 min read
Tidings Of Comfort & Joy
Ever since I had memories I recall the love of being cozy. I love creating a warm, cozy atmosphere wherever I go. I think my parents...
Lauren Wiatrek
Dec 16, 20192 min read
These Aren't Your Oreos
Do you remember that scene in Finding Nemo with the seagulls all yelling, “Mine, mine, MINE!” I think of that scene every year around...
Lauren Wiatrek
Dec 5, 20194 min read
Guide To Using Thieves Cleaner
Thanksgiving is around the corner and Christmas follows on Turkey Day's heels. All the hosts will be scurrying around trying to clean,...
Lauren Wiatrek
Nov 22, 20193 min read
Perfect Pumpkin Chili
Every year for Halloween we invite friends and family over to have fellowship, eat autumnal goodies, drink and have fun in costume. I...
Lauren Wiatrek
Nov 3, 20191 min read
It's Fall Y'all
I think I can confidently say that there will no longer be any days in the 100s in Austin…which means it is officially fall y'all. I...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 21, 20193 min read
I Wish I Would Have Known
Well it is October and we have seen post after post about breast cancer. I will be one of the first people to tell you about my story and...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 14, 20195 min read
Early Morning Mug 'o Warm Water
Every morning I wake an hour or so before everyone else in my home. I started this ritual a few months ago and have grown to yearn for...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 6, 20193 min read
Dear Daughters,
I am so thankful for you both. When I was a girl all I ever played at and pretended was “house” and being a mom. With the help of the...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 1, 20193 min read
No Pasta Lasagna
Years ago when the gluten free train started my antennae has been up. Then I began my research. But I was always half on the train and...
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 22, 20193 min read
Why I Switched to Raw Milk…From A Breast Cancer Survivor
I remember growing up and going over to friends’ houses to spend the night, the obligatory pizza was served and of course pop to go with...
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 15, 20194 min read
Fly Like An Eagle
Here is one of my favorite things. 👇👇👇 For real. I had my appointment with my oncologist this morning, so naturally, I applied ALL the...
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 9, 20192 min read
One Book, One Pen, One Healthy Immune System
Well, as of next week we will be back to school and back to our fall routine. The fall season brings many things, it is almost like a...
Lauren Wiatrek
Aug 29, 20192 min read
Forging a New Path in Kindergarten
My Dearest Halen, I sit here thinking about how fast five years went by. I think back on being in absolute maternity bliss when you...
Lauren Wiatrek
Aug 16, 20193 min read
The Last Staircase
When I was 9 years old my parents took me skiing and on our last run I had to go down the River Run. It was the steep, icy LAST run...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jul 11, 20194 min read
Mostly-Crunchy Moms Favorite Road Trip Snacks
I proudly bear the {mostly} crunchy badge as I swear in my 5 years of motherhood under my belt. With all that I’ve learned, gathered,...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jun 30, 20193 min read
Top 10 Summertime MOM Favs
It’s hard to believe that we are smack dab in the middle of June. But the rays of sunshine, sweaty kid kisses and cicadas singing their...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jun 15, 20193 min read
You’re Allowed To Change Your Mind
Before kids, I wanted to be an animal activist. I wanted to be on that boat that protected whales. I had such a fire in me to protect the...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jun 4, 20193 min read
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