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AlmaNely
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Mom aiming for balance – sharing tips on wellness, self-care, and family life. Join me on my journey to balance! 💛
Sometimes the hardest part of depression is the guilt that comes with it. “How can I feel this way when I have so much to be grateful for?” This is my story of living with depression, even when life looks perfect... and why you’re not alone if you’ve ever felt the same. 💛
Living With Depression Even When Life Looks Perfect
I have what looks like a picture-perfect life: a good husband, wonderful kids, and financial stability. But even with all of that, I still struggle with depression. Here’s the truth about living with depression, even when life looks perfect.
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September 3, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Five dinners, two desserts, under $100 at Aldi. 🙌 I put together this easy family meal plan for busy moms for the week of August 25–29 (yes, it includes cake!). Real food, real ingredients, and big enough portions for leftovers. 🍴✨ Check it out!
Easy Family Meal Plan for Busy Moms (Under $100 at Aldi)
If your week ahead looks anything like mine: busy, messy, and full of “what’s for dinner?” moments; you’re in the right place. This easy family meal plan for busy moms is designed for five simple dinners and two desserts (yes, one is cake 🍰). Everything is shopped at Aldi in Oklahoma, feeds at least six, and stays under $100. That way you can feed the crew, sneak in some leftovers, and still save room in the budget. 1. Slow Cooker Creamy Bacon Ranch Chicken The “dump it and forget it” meal that feels like comfort food but doesn’t eat up your whole evening.
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August 24, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Some weeks I'm sprinting in flip-flops, carrying three lunchboxes while the finish line keeps moving. Sound familiar?
I've found simple mindset shifts that help me slow down, focus on what matters, and break the 'I'm so behind' loop.
#MomLife #MindsetShift #MomStruggles #ParentingTips #MomSupport
3 Simple Mindset Shifts That Helped Me Stop Feeling Behind
Some weeks I feel like I’m sprinting to catch up, except I’m wearing flip-flops, carrying three lunchboxes, and the finish line keeps moving. If you’ve ever felt that way, you’re in good company. I’ve been leaning on a few simple mindset shifts for moms that help me slow down, focus on what really matters, and stop the constant “I’m so behind” loop in my head. 1. My To-Do List is a Menu, Not a Must-Do Instead of treating my list like a set of rules, I see it as a menu I can choose from.
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August 14, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Being a working mom is no joke, especially when life throws curveballs. This week’s been a whirlwind, but I’m leaning on simple working mom tips to stay sane.
If you’re juggling work and kids, here are 5 easy tips plus time-saving tools to help.
#WorkingMomTips #MomLifeBalance #BusyMomHacks
5 Working Mom Tips to Stay Sane This Week
This week has been a whirlwind. Between starting my job at school, a busted real estate contract, and three kids with busy schedules, I’ve been leaning hard on my favorite working mom tips just to keep it together. If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning plates and hoping none of them crash, you’re not alone. Here are 5 simple things I’m doing this week to stay balanced, plus a few tools that make the chaos a little easier to handle. 1. Pack Lunches and Snacks Ahead of Time Nothing derails a morning like realizing the lunchboxes are still empty.
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August 11, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Ever feel like your budget should be working... but somehow it just keeps falling apart? 😩😩 It might not be you, it might be your budget.
Here’s the real reason it’s not working (and no, it’s not Target 😅) plus what finally helped me fix mine for good. 💡
The Real Reason Your Budget Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It)
You’ve tried it all: spreadsheets, expense tracking, even cutting back on those irresistible Target runs (well, almost). But your budget still isn’t working. If you feel like you’re doing everything right and still not making progress, you’re not alone and you’re not doing it wrong. The truth is, most budgets fail for reasons that have nothing to do with math. In this post, I’ll show you the real (and often overlooked) reason your budget keeps falling apart and what you can do to finally make it work. Common Reasons Budgets Fail (And Why They Miss the Mark)
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August 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM
I spent just over $55 at Aldi and made 5 family dinners + 2 desserts with it! Here’s my new budget meal plan for busy parents: healthy, simple, and kid-approved. 🍽️ Grab the list, recipes & affiliate links here 👇
Busy Mom-Approved: Budget Meal Plan (Under $60 at Aldi!)
This budget meal plan for busy moms features 5 dinners and 2 desserts using ingredients from Aldi, all under $60!
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August 3, 2025 at 4:18 PM
🌿 Some days I’ve got it together.
Other days I walk into a room, forget why I’m there, and cry over unfolded laundry. (Just me?) I don't have fancy advice for you, just real stuff that’s helped me breathe, reset, and keep showing up for my people (even when I don’t feel like it).
5 Ways I Protect My Mental Health as a Mom
Mental health as a mom isn’t always about bubble baths or therapy; it’s about the small, quiet choices we make every day. Here are five of mine.
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July 30, 2025 at 4:20 PM
I sleep trained my twins, not because it was easy, but because I had to. I was recovering from trauma, battling postpartum depression, and just trying to survive. Here's what it really looked like. 💛 #momlife #realmomtalk #newbornlife #honestmotherhood #postpartumtruth #sleeptrainingtwins
Sleep Training Twins After a Traumatic Birth: What It Taught Me About Survival and Motherhood
I sleep trained my twin daughters after a traumatic birth — not because I wanted to follow a trend, but because I had to. This post is about what I learned, how I handled the “mommy wars,” and why I believe sleep training helped me survive early motherhood.
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July 23, 2025 at 3:49 PM
💰 5 Budget Dinners + 2 Easy Desserts. All Under $100!
Meal planning just got way easier. I got everything from Aldi and made 5 stress-free dinners for less than $100. Grab the recipes, full grocery list, and dessert ideas. It's all inside! 🍽️🍓
5 Easy Family Dinners Under $100 (Plus 2 Simple Desserts!)
Save time, money, and stress this week with these 5 easy dinners (and 2 desserts!) that cost less than $100 total at Aldi in Bartlesville, OK. Includes ingredient list and recipes.
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July 20, 2025 at 3:53 PM
I paid off $4,500 of debt in 2 months… and still felt broke.
Not because the math didn’t work, but because the shame was louder than the progress.
#debtpayoffjourney #realestateagentlife #workingmomlife #momstruggles #financialhealing #familybudget #mombalance #budgetingmom #sidehustlemom
I Paid Off $4,500 of Debt in 2 Months and Still Felt Broke
I paid off $4,500 of debt in just 2 months… and still felt broke. After eight months with no real estate income, I was drowning in debt and shame. Here's what I learned and what I’m doing differently now.
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July 16, 2025 at 5:19 PM
This Aldi family meal plan has everything: 5 easy dinners, 2 cool summer desserts, and a grocery total under $100! Perfect for busy moms who want healthy meals without the stress. #mealplan #budgetmeals #familydinner #aldihaul
Aldi Family Meal Plan: Easy Dinners and Desserts Under $100
This Aldi family meal plan includes 5 simple dinners and 2 no-stress desserts—budget-friendly, kid-approved, and all under $100.
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July 13, 2025 at 3:41 PM
✨ Still overwhelmed by clutter, even after therapy? You're not lazy, you're likely a perfectionist. Here's how I'm learning to declutter slowly, gently, and with grace. #MomBalance #DeclutteringForMoms #MentalLoad
Mom Overwhelm and Clutter: How I’m Learning to Find Balance (Free Starter Kit)
If clutter paralyzes you and guilt keeps you stuck, you’re not alone. I’m learning to let go of perfectionism and take small steps toward a calmer home. Here’s what’s helping me—and it might help you, too.
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July 9, 2025 at 3:32 PM
If you’re juggling work, kids, and mental load, meal planning can seriously lighten your evenings. This one includes:
– 5 easy dinners
– 2 make-ahead desserts
– A printable grocery list
#MealPlanForMoms #EasyFamilyMeals #BusyMomLife #RealisticDinners
5‑Day Simple Family Meal Plan
Looking for a simple family meal plan? This 5-day dinner + dessert lineup is perfect for busy families; easy recipes, budget-friendly ingredients, and quick prep.
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July 6, 2025 at 3:54 PM
I wrote this when I was stuck in the in-between. Undocumented. Judged. Waiting for my life to begin.
This poem was my way of breathing through it all. If you’ve ever felt invisible or on pause — this is for you.
#ImmigrantVoices #UndocumentedButNotInvisible #TheRideBetweenHereAndThere #MomAimingFor
This Is What I Wrote When Life Was on Pause: The Ride Between Here and There
A poem written in the in-between. This is what I wrote when I was undocumented, judged, and waiting for my life to begin; the ride between here and there.
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July 2, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Feeding a family doesn’t have to break the bank or your brain! This weekly meal plan for busy moms includes dinners, desserts, and a grocery list, plus a free printable meal planner.

#mealplan #busymomlife #easyrecipes #familydinner #budgetmeals
Easy Weekly Meal Plan for Busy Moms (Under $150, Printable Included!)
A simple, affordable weekly meal plan for busy moms feeding a family of six. It includes full recipes, desserts, and a printable grocery list under $150.
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June 29, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Impulse buys were eating up our budget and I didn’t even realize it. 😬 Here’s how I finally took control (without going full minimalist). Plus, grab my free budget planner to start your own no-guilt money reset. #budgetmom #intentionalspending #momlife
How We Cut $200/Month Without Sacrificing What We Love
We trimmed $200/month from our budget—no ramen diets or 5 a.m. side hustles. Here’s exactly what we cut (and what we didn’t) so you can steal a few ideas and keep your sanity.
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June 25, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Feeding your family on a budget? I just made 5 dinners + 2 desserts for under $100.. easy, filling, and kid-approved! Grab the full meal plan, recipes, and a few of my favorite mom hacks. 🍽️ #BudgetMeals #FamilyDinner #MealPlanning #MomLife #CheapEats
Cheap Family Meals Under $150: 5 Easy Dinners + 2 Crowd-Pleaser Desserts
Five weeknight dinners (plus dessert!) that keep your total grocery bill under $150. Complete ingredient lists, clear bake times, and mom-approved shortcuts.
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June 22, 2025 at 5:52 PM
I believed I had to be perfect, do it all, and never ask for help. 😩 If you’re an exhausted mom trying to keep it together, this one’s for you. These 3 lies nearly broke me, and what I wish I knew sooner. 💛 Read now on the blog. #ExhaustedMom #MomBurnout #RealMotherhood #MentalHealthForMoms
3 Lies Exhausted Moms Believe (and What I Wish I Knew)
Motherhood is beautiful, but also overwhelming. Here are 3 big lies exhausted moms believe (and what I wish I knew sooner about self-care and survival).
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June 18, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Feeding your family for less doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor! 🍴This week’s dinner menu has 5 real-food meals + 2 desserts for under $150. Perfect for families of 6. Pin it, save it, and shop with confidence. 🙌 #budgetmeals #familydinners #mealplan
Next Week’s Dinner Menu (for 6, Under $150)
Feeding a family of six doesn’t have to break the bank. This week’s dinner plan features five budget-friendly, satisfying meals (plus two fun desserts) made with real ingredients—all for under $150. No boring bites, just real food your whole crew will love.
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June 15, 2025 at 5:23 PM
✨ Getting out of debt with 3 kids, multiple jobs, and a million distractions isn’t easy… but it IS possible. Here are 10 super real things we’re doing as a family — no shame, no perfection, just progress. 🫶
#getoutofdebt #debtfreejourney #momlifemoneytips #budgetingforfamilies #savingmoney
10 Things I’m Doing to Get Out of Debt
here are 10 real-life things I’m doing to help our family get out of debt, from budgeting and meal planning to smart spending and celebrating wins.
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June 10, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Easy Family-Friendly Meals for Busy Summer Days

Here’s a full week of easy family-friendly meal prep ideas—including lake house-friendly meals and two no-bake desserts your whole family will love!
Easy Family-Friendly Meals for Busy Summer Days
Here’s a full week of easy family-friendly meal prep ideas—including lake house-friendly meals and two no-bake desserts your whole family will love!
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June 8, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Summer’s here, and while I’m technically on a “break,” the calendar says otherwise. Between real estate hustle, summer camps, and parenting goals, here’s how this working mom is planning a fun, budget-conscious, and still-chaotic summer.
Barely Balanced Summer Schedule for a Working Mom
Summer is officially here and as a teacher, that means I’m off for two months. Cue the relaxing music and iced coffee, right? …Wrong. Because while I may not be in a classroom, the chaos has just shifted forms. As a realtor, summer is busy season, and as a mom of three (including tween twins!), the schedule is stacked. So, I sat down, planner in one hand, iced matcha in the other, and crafted a summer plan that’s fun-filled, budget-conscious, and not too overwhelming… but let’s be real: it’s still going to be a little overwhelming.
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June 5, 2025 at 2:13 PM