The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth Reading

A Visit from the Goon Squad is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel that was released in 2010, and it’s sequel, entitled The Candy House was released recently in 2022. You don’t have to read these in order, but I promise you'll want to read them both. SO GOOD! Character Map for A Visit From the Goon Squad Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

Today I’m going to walk you through what my family of 5 eats for breakfasts, lunches, and the food we snack on throughout the week. And most importantly, what, when, and how I prep everything we need for a smooth flowing week (at least as far as food is concerned). PS. the Popsicle Molds Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

So dark, so disturbing, so freaking good. Read along with me and let me know what you think! The Character Map! the raw and the cooked | 2023 Book Club Picks Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

This topic was in desperate need of a Part II, especially since I’ve learned even more as we added another little screaming human to our lives. So today, you’re in for a treat, as a mom of 3 shares tips and tricks for staying on top of baby and kids clothing. Pssst: find a textile recycling spot near you! Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

Somehow, and this is still so bizarre and baffling to me, this author dou has climbed their way onto the New York Times best selling authors list. In addition, they are also 4peat authors on Book of Month Club, which is how I first discovered them.  Their books in order of being published: The Wife Between Us An Anonymous Girl You are Not Alone The Golden Couple Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

Tidy up the house. If you barely can muster the energy, set a timer for 10 minutes. You’d be surprised by how much you’re able to accomplish in just 10 minutes. Take time to look over tomorrows schedule + the weather Gather the things you’ll need for tomorrow and put them in an obvious spot What can you do to make the morning run smoother? Setting the coffee maker, packing kids lunches, pulling me...

How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price.  The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

As a stay at home mom, it can be really hard to find 30 consecutive minutes in the day for myself, as naps rarely align and someone seems to always need something. Probably a snack. So a daily stroller walk is a creative and very easy way to check off a ton of boxes at once.  Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

Our favorite audiobook narrator scores a homer with her latest novel, Thank You for Listening  Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

Giving summer a bit of structure is a really good thing, we all need consistency and structure to thrive.  So today, I’m sharing my method for planning out a fun, adventure filled summer break, with plenty of room for rest and relaxation in between. Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

We’ve all been there. It’s 5pm, your kids are tired, cranky, and hungry, and ask you the age old question, “mom, what’s for dinner.” The after-school / before dinner window can be such a challenging time, so being able to fashion together a delicious homemade meal for your family in under 30 minutes is a real game changer. Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

I love a good contemporary romance, and here are the 3 most recent ones I've read and enjoyed: The Bodyguard by Katherine Center The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

If you have a child over the age of two, there’s a strong chance you are flooded with art work that they create. Here's what I do:  Hang and display ~20 pieces at a time rotate as new pieces come in save the very special pieces in a box, to later turn into a coffee table book toss the rest Mail artwork to friends and family Give to local neighbors and friends (you'd be surprised how many...

This is a really well researched book, and it’s very well presented, easy to grasp, very approachable. Most of it boils down to the significance of listening, and why it’s so important and crucial to our relationships to be a better listener. 5-stars for Kate Murphay's You're Not Listening: What You're Missing and Why It Matters Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

Mailing your loved ones a handwritten birthday card is such a small and simple act of kindness that makes a strong impact. Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

of the three thrillers i read last month, i have one recommendation, one to avoid, and one i found overrated:  Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

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simple and easy swaps you can implant to save money:  powdered laundry detergent making your own all purpose spray dryer balls  generic brands at the grocery store dried beans vs canned blocks of cheese vs. sliced / shredded brewing your own iced coffee (16-ounce) tub of demi-glaze  bar soap for the shower bar serum / moisterizer  refillable soap dispensers  cloth napkins and cloth rags  Send us F...

tried and true baby products I’ve used for all three kids, specifically focusing from birth through the first six months: solly wrap ergo 360 baby carrier  doona carseat / stroller haaka silicon breast pump ( aeroflow ) skip-hop activity center baby bjorn bouncer bumbo  stokke highchair  copper pearl bibs burts bees, hanna anderson, and little sleepies zip-up, footie PJ’s kindred bravely nursing b...

Taylor Jenkins Reid's Top Five Novels Daisy Jones & The Six The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo Malibu Rising Carrie Soto is Back One True Loves Also, listen to episode 18 - all about Liane Moriarty!  Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

 these six tricks have been so helpful lately! rotisserie chicken! healthy grab & go snacks batch dry ingredients while baking (your future self will thank you!) meal prepping throughout the day thursdays = soup day bribing my children with treats to clean up their toys Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

a book recommendation for you:  Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

Spending Freeze 101:  Lay out your own rules and expectations ahead of time Pick a length of time, mark your calender Write down your WHY Unsubscribe from marketing emails Maybe you also go on a social media break as well, those ads are incredibly well targeted, and oh so tempting! Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

An honest review of Emily St. John Mandel's Sea of Tranquility (spoiler: I hated it!) Send us Fan Mail www.daraboxer.com

This is the most beautiful blessing, the gift of staying at home with our children. Here are some quick tips to thrive:  Your mindset Run your home like a business, automate as many routines as you can Let your kids be bored Make your bed everyday Get dressed everyday Do something small for yourself, everyday Join a community Give yourself grace and kindness You are doing enough, you are doing you...