Mindfulness. It's something I try to practice as much as I can in terms of using my time in an intentional way- from parenting, to self care, to scheduling/how we spend our time, meals...the list goes on. Today, I'm sharing a few favorite finds that I've been loving lately that help me practice this...and bonus: they are all from fellow Moms! On motherhood/parenting: Simple Happy Parenting. I have been following Denaye's Simple Families podcast for a while now, and love her approach on Read More
Things I’m Loving Lately
It's been a while since I've done a "Things I'm Loving Lately" post. So let's jump in, shall we?! Thrilled to share that I was selected as an ambassador for the ZOOMA Women's Race Series for Great Lakes in September! This will be my first race post-baby in beautiful Lake Geneva. Join me and get 10% off your registration (any Zooma race, any distance) with code VALERIEP2018. Hurry- prices increase for this particular race May 1st. Who's in with me?! Sign up here. My tub of protein powder Read More
The New Emily Ley Simplified Planner
Last week was an awesome mail week. I discovered this little beauty on my doorstep and did a happy dance. You know why? I am a planner freak. I am one of those gals that refuses to use a virtual calendar/planner. Nope. I am an old-school planner type now and forever. I’ve tried different brands the past few years…everything from the standard ones at Target to custom designed planners. And since I literally use my planner every day, multiple times a day, I consider it an investment Read More
