I enjoy my morning cup of warm goodness, it is like a ritual. I can remember waking up to the smell of my dad’s coffee brewing in the kitchen. As I became older I often enjoyed visiting my parents for breakfast and having a cup of coffee on the porch. We often talked about cars,…
Night of Superstars Houston 2018
Kids with special needs receive honors for their outstanding contribution in the community of Houston. This Oscar like event is surrounded by local celebrities, high profile personalities and hundreds of supporters. Night of Superstars is the most uplifting event you will be part of.
Mari-Mac Designs Thanksgiving 2017
“If you want to change the way people respond to you, change the way you respond to people.” -Timothy Leary We spent our Thanksgiving in our hometown of Lufkin. During the holidays, especially the past eight years I seemed to have focused more on who wasn’t with us instead of who actually was there. We…
One year ago the Jack Wolf IV Memorial Foundation dedicated a Park at Memorial Hermann, The Woodlands
My brother-in-law once told me that the deeper that sorrow carves into your being, the more joy you can contain. Perhaps it is because you understand the blessing of one more kiss, one more day that you get to look at your son and one more day that you get to hold him in your…
It’s Fall Y’all!
This is my favorite time of the year! Sewing themed costumes for my family is my jam! This year my daughters refused to go along with my plans until the very last minute! I can’t wait to show y’all what we decided on together. For now enjoy the past four years of homemade costumes, and…
Marriage help from our kids, books and business
Today my husband and I celebrate 8 years of marriage. Our anniversary celebration consisted of a melon baller, “no trespassing” sign and a wrong turn that lead to a great evening. Ryan and I are complete opposites which make us a great team. Growth in our marriage has come from our growing family, the books…
Denim Lace Purses and Kindergarten
Denim Lace Little Explorer Purses are HERE and just in time for school! Get them for $10 in my shop Mari-Mac Designs. These will be on sale for 24 hours only or until they sell out. I had a lot of fun digging up Fall fashion inspiration in my girls’ closets. I love how the denim…
5 organization and productivity tips for the Stay at home mom
I have never been neat or organized. This may be a shock to some, while others know my “beautiful mess” all too well. My dream is to have that beautiful living space where everything has a place and my house is always ready for surprise visitors. The reality is that my floor is always covered…
The secret to fitness
I use to wake up to my mom doing her aerobics before work. She would stand with her arms outstretched to the sides, balancing on one leg while swinging the other back and forth as high as she could. “You’ve got to exercise to keep your belly small.” She would say as she switched legs….
Getting Kids to eat their Vegetables in 3 steps
The girls both have went or are currently going through this phase where they need to be prompted to finish their vegetables. Yes every mothers daily struggle. When we are eating with others and they comment on “how we are so lucky that our kids eat their food” I take a deep breath and internally…
Ren Fest 2016
We had the best time with new friends at the annual Texas Renaissance Festival. We celebrated Lexi’s fifth birthday with turkey legs, frozen ice and cotton candy! Her parents, Patrick and Melissa are pros at dressing up for Ren Fest. Patrick’s family was also in attendance in full costume as well. Ryan and I were…
Jagged Ridge Park- The Woodlands, Texas
My family and I love the outdoors. We would rather be outside than anywhere else in the world. My daughters have become very spoiled by the parks in our area. The Woodlands is known for their master planned community surrounded by trees and water systems. Their attention to outdoor spaces, hiking trails and community make The Woodlands…
