I love reading blogs like Frugally Blonde which share practical ways that their family has saved money. A few months ago I decided to write my own post each month on how we save, and it has quickly become one of the most popular features here on The Orthodox Mama. 5 Ways I Saved inRead More
5 Things to Do When You Feel Like a Complete and Utter Failure
Today I feel like a complete and utter failure. There. I’ve said it. I have spent all day with this cloud hanging over me, with a feeling of inadequacy and failure settling in like a cold that I just can’t get rid of. Why do I feel this way? I have been working REALLY hardRead More
July’s Healthy Habit: Track Steps Each Day
Back in January I decided to try something different in 2016 when it comes to healthy living goals. Instead of making a big lofty goal, I thought I would try mini-goals for each month. This year I want to focus on one healthy habit each month. I hope that by focusing intensely on oneRead More
July Update: 2016 Goals
Each year I set goals for myself that are in line with my four priorities: faith, family, work, and personal growth. At the beginning of each month I sit down and take a look at the progress I have made (or not made!) on those goals so that I can create a plan for theRead More
July’s Reading Challenge: A Book By An Author You Enjoy
Hello Readers! It’s time to make the July recommendations for the 2016 Reading Challenge! What is the reading challenge? It’s a fun and simple way to read books this new year. Here are the basics of the challenge: -You will read one book a month from a specific category (details below) -You don’t haveRead More




