Jackie M
Jackie M. is mom to an adorable little boy, wife to David and dog-mom to the cutest German Shepherd around. She is an allergy mom, learning to navigate the various trials and tribulations ‘mom status’ brings to life. The good, the bad, and of course, the sometimes slightly ugly. In Jackie’s other life, she is the Marketing and Communications Director for a local Country Club. Jackie is ‘Miss DIY’ and has an Etsy shop {Fancy Flamingo} where she makes custom banners for life’s special occasions.
Born and raised in the Midwest, Jackie is originally from Kansas City. She has called Colorado home since 2008, and loves experiencing all that this amazing state has to offer!
A few or Jackie's favorite things include caramel lattes, clothes from Loft, M&Ms, a well organized craft room, taking too many pictures, exploring Colorado and the great outdoors, her husband’s cooking, and of course, the occasional time that she can spend on the couch.
Father’s Day Gifts He Will Actually Enjoy
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Our First Experience with the EpiPen: Food Allergy Awareness Week
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Etsy Finds : The Mountain ‘Boy Cave’
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My Second Momiversary : A Reflection of the Second Year
Another year has gone by... WE DID IT AGAIN!
We survived the second year of parenthood, and our son survived a second year of our parenting. Read about our first year here.
When I asked my husband...
How to Make Your Holidays Like ‘Christmas Vacation’
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Food Allergy Mom – Dealing with the Diagnosis
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Ten Days Alone – My Real Life Mom Fantasy
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Father’s Day Gift Idea – DIY Shaving Balm
We're so excited our partners at Sprouts Farmers Market asked us to share a fabulous DIY Father's Day shaving balm recipe with you! Check it out, because we love it!
Mom tested, dad approved. And...
Stitch Fix : Tips and Tricks from a Stitch Fix Pro
Stitch Fix.
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Things Moms Do at Target
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Etsy Finds: Spring Things to Brighten You and Your Home
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My First Momiversary : A Reflection of the First Year
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DIY :: Invitation Keepsake Ornament
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Dealing with Gender Disappointment
The topic of this post might offend some people. And I know that. But know that this post is being written as I sit beside my 10-month-old that I love more than anything. These...