Alisha

The face of a boy with three sisters.⁠ ⁠ Really, this boy loves his three sisters and is always trying to make all of them happy.⁠ ⁠ Clever engineering so he can rock one while he plays with another.. err.. allows her to use him as her toy.. 😂 and while he chats with the other.⁠ ⁠ It’s times like these I know they understand what it’s like to have all of them begging for my attention at the same time! Makes ya a bit nutty, right kids? The look on his face explains it all!⁠ ⁠ Tell me I’m not the only one who gets a bit of enjoyment out of this sort of thing?⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ #funnymomstuff #realmomtalk #mommyhumor #momlifekeepingitreal #okaymom #okayestmom #honestmomconfessions #motherhoodlife #motherhoodunfiltered #rawmotherhood #motherhoodlens #momsunite #thatmomlife #momhumor #mymamahood #momtruth #mommymoments #siblinglife #stayhomesavelives #happymomentstogether #homeschoolmomlife #siblingsgoals #siblingsbelike #funnymom #quarantinediaries #quarantinediary #selfisolate #gracenotperfection #coviddays #thriftinandlivin

So you know when you go to mow your yard after a rainy week and it’s so long and thick and luxurious that you have to mow it twice just to get it looking decent again? Bare with me. I know you may be asking yourself, how does mowing your yard twice have anything to do with a shaving cream? I promise, it’s relevant! Friends. My legs were hairy, like really hairy. Like that yard that needs mowed twice at once. Hairy. The kind of length that makes you question if, somehow, your legs were miraculously switched with your husband’s without your knowledge. We’re talking record length here people! That was before this complimentary piece of goodness arrived on my doorstep. Thank you @Influenster! I’m talking a nightmare shave experience that I had been dreading, cringing at the thought of for WEEKS! Turned into a smooth, silky, smell good period of relaxation! Friends. I didn’t have to mow.. er I mean, shave, twice! And THAT is the kind of product I want in my house, all the time. Good job, @eosproducts, you’ve sucked me in and now I can never go back! What’s your go-to shaving product? Honestly, I’ve always been a fan of whatever soap I have on hand. But this is just too good! Swipe to see the other fun stuff from @bioreus and @nutella that @Influenster sent me! .... ... .. . .. ... .... #contest #complimentary #funnymomstuff #funnymommy #mommyhumor #nebraskamom #funnymoms #mombrain #motherhoodiscolorful #motherhoodunfiltered #stayathomemomlife #mymamahood #funnymom #justmomlife #momlifebelike #lifewithkids #mommylife #instamom #momhumor #momtruth #momlife #motherhoodmoments #organizedchaos #honestmomconfessions #momsplaining #eosawesome #loveyourpores #nutella #weekendswithnutella #thriftinandlivin

Trying my best to beat these dry winter blues. @Influenster came through with this box of goodies to help me out! The new @eosproducts tinted lip balm is a new favorite. It’s one of those things I’ll have to hide from my oldest if I actually want to keep it! .... ... .. . .. ... .... #VolumizingMagic #contest #complimentary @evahairnyc #GBUradiantskin @goldbond_ultimate #eosawesome #eosxinfluenster #beautyinfluencer #makeuploversunite #mommakeup #mompreneurlifestyle #mompreneurlife #makeupinfluencer #mamapreneur #mamapreneurlife #makeupbloggers #makeupbloggerstyle #mommymakeup #mamaoffour #nebraskamom #motherhoodiscolorful #momlifebelike #instamom #thriftinandlivin #morethanamom #simplemom #simplelifehappylife #prioritizeyou #motherhoodiscolorful #thatmomlife #momtruth

Hey mama! When's the last time you treated yourself to something? Selling makeup and skincare products has allowed me to treat myself and I am grateful!⁠ ⁠ This lip conditioner changes the whole liquid lipstick game! Highly recommend, even if you aren't using our lip products!⁠ ⁠ These colors Mauve Pink (01) and Au Natural (203) are two of my new favorites! Such pretty, long lasting colors!⁠ ⁠ You can get either of these for $11.90 by clicking the link in my bio: @thriftinandlivin. If you're interested in getting 50% off, you can join my team for just $20. Message me and I will help you get signed up!⁠ ⁠ *You can join just to get the 50% off, there's no pressure to sell the products. Message me if you have any questions! Tag a friend below and share this good deal!⁠ ⁠ As always, our products are up to European standards. They are high quality products for more affordable prices!⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ #beautyinfluencer #makeuploversunite #mommakeup #mompreneurlifestyle #mompreneurlife #makeupinfluencer #beautydealfinder #mamapreneur #mamapreneurlife #blackfridayweek #blackfriday2019 #opportunityawaits #makeupbloggerstyle #mommymakeup #farmasius #farmasiofficial #beautydeals #lifechangingopportunity ⁠ #moneysavingmama #frugalmom #mamaoffour #mamablog #nebraskamom #reclaimthehappy #motherhoodiscolorful #momlifebelike #instamom #momssupportingmoms #treatyourselftuesday #thriftinandlivin

Grace, not perfection. Just keep swimming. Progress over perfection. Baby steps are better than no steps at all. Just keep going. My personal favorite.. If you can’t stop thinking about it, don’t stop working for it. You catch my drift, yet? Most days I have zero clue about what I’m doing here in this little corner of the internet. But I know that I want to help other mamas thrive in motherhood. So if the only wisdom you hear from me is this, then that’s ok. Just keep trying, in life, in business, in motherhood, whatever it is that’s bogging you down today, just keep trying. Your forward progress matters, no matter how small. ♥️Keep going, mama♥️ .... ... .. . .. ... .... #morethanamom #simplemom #simplelifehappylife #intentionallife #mamapreneurlife #mamaoffour #coordinateyourchaos #nebraskamom #motherhoodiscolorful #hotmessmomlife #specialneedsmama #realmomtalk #momlifekeepingitreal #honestmomconfessions #rawmotherhood #thatmomlife #momtruth #lifewithkids #motherhoodrising #gracenotperfection #mombrain #thriftinandlivin #realmomtalk #motherhoodunfiltered #momsunite #mamablog #mompreneurlifestyle #mompreneurlife #entrepreneurjourney #mamapreneur

It's the little things in life.⁠ ⁠ The simple times.⁠ ⁠ No appointments to rush off to.⁠ No phone calls to make.⁠ ⁠ In these busy times, I try to make more time for these simpler times. Time to slow down and just be, instead of always rushing from here or there.⁠ ⁠ In an effort to get more done and be a better version of myself, I have tried to be more intentional with my time lately. Focusing more on what my actual priorities are instead of what my mind is telling me everyone else wants me to prioritize.⁠ ⁠ It's a way of taking more responsibility for my life and time and so, I'm more guarded about what I choose to allow in my life or to take my time. ⏰Because, as I'm sure you know, time is a precious gift. Why not treat it as such?⁠ ⁠ Don't get me wrong, there are still many times each day where my brain has wandered off and I have to rein her in. 🙃You know, remind myself that I am the parent, I make the choices, not my super strong-willed toddler. Just me?⁠ ⁠ ♥️So here's your Friday encouragement to be more intentional with your time this weekend. Rest up and recharge before the busy family events this week. Prioritize you, mama.⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ #intentional #morethanamom #simplemom #simplelifehappylife #intentionallife #prioritizeyou #simplemoment #mamapreneurlife #mamaoffour #coordinateyourchaos #nebraskamom #reclaimthehappy #motherhoodiscolorful #momlifebelike #hotmessmomlife #specialneedsmama #realmomtalk #momlifekeepingitreal #okayestmom #honestmomconfessions #rawmotherhood #thatmomlife #momtruth #lifewithkids #motherhoodrising #happymoment #simplychildren #gracenotperfection #mombrain #thriftinandlivin

Right?⁠ ⁠ Now, quick, someone repeat this to me several times a day as I reevaluate my spending habits. 😫We're planning a family vacation over Christmas instead of presents this year.⁠ ⁠ Here's the thing though, I've slacked on all my spending these last couple months. 🙄Convenience has taken the lead and frugality has taken a backseat. Can anyone say #realmotherhood?⁠ ⁠ But, as we plan and prep for vacation, it's apparent that I need to start tucking away some extra spending money. So, back to the basics it is.⁠ ⁠ You can see how I use shelf cooking to save money on my blog: thriftinandlivin.com/shelfcooking. ⬅️Saving money in my kitchen is the easiest, most sustainable way for me to stash some extra cash.⁠ ⁠ My kitchen is my go-to for all things management. It's where I like to start when my house is a disaster, it's where I like to start when I'm decluttering, and it's where I like to start when I have to make some budget cuts.⁠ ⁠ ❓Is your kitchen the heart of your home, too? What areas of your life do you make cuts when you need some extra cash?⁠ ⁠ 💩One of these days, I'll get my poop in a group and write a blog post about my favorite apps for making some extra cash! 💩Especially this new one I discovered recently. It's a total game changer!⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ ⁠ #moneysavingmama #organizedchaos #presenceoverpresents #moneysavingtips #motherhoodsimplified #mealplanner #frugalliving #mommyhooddiaries #grocerybudget #mamaoffour #stayathomemomlife #momssupportingmoms #instamoms #mamablog #uniteinmotherhood #familyvacationplanner #funinatlanta #atlantageorgia #savannahgeorgia #christmasvacay #momsplaining #grocerylist #budgetingtips #shelfcooking #hotmessmama #thrivenotjustsurvive #chaoscoordinator #coordinateyourchaos #thriftinandlivin

My face...⁠ ⁠ when I found out it was only $20 to invest in a new business that would get me 50% off already affordable beauty and skincare products!⁠ ⁠ And then when I found out that there were less than 200 beauty influencers in my state! Can you say opportunity?⁠ ⁠ And then when I found out that my sponsor @aly.petrie earned her way to an all expenses paid trip to the Bahamas after just three months with the company! Say what?!⁠ ⁠ Are you getting excited yet?⁠ ⁠ You should be! Come join us! Just shoot me a message and I will help you get signed up!⁠ ⁠ Not convinced yet? That's ok, too. Feel free to click the link in my bio to browse our products and don't be afraid to DM me your questions!⁠ ⁠ This business is going to be life changing, I just know it!⁠ ⁠ ♥️Stay courageous, love!♥️⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ #beautyinfluencer #makeuploversunite #mommakeup #mompreneurlifestyle #mompreneurlife #makeupinfluencer #entrepreneurjourney #mamapreneur #mamapreneurlife #mlmlifestyle #makeupbloggers #opportunityawaits #makeupbloggerstyle #mommymakeup #farmasius #farmasiofficial #lifechanging #lifechangingopportunity ⁠ #moneysavingmama #frugalmom #mamaoffour #mamablog #nebraskamom #reclaimthehappy #motherhoodiscolorful #momlifebelike #instamom #momssupportingmoms #investinyourselftoday #thriftinandlivin⁠

Guilty!⁠ ⁠ My favorite grocery store is one that allows me to order my groceries ahead of time. 🤷‍♀️This busy mama doesn't want to make time for traditional grocery shopping these days.⁠ ⁠ I have to try to save time wherever I can. I've learned that in order to keep life flowing and get many things accomplished, I have to prioritize and delegate.⁠ ⁠ Delegating grocery shopping is a no-brainer! Have you jumped on the grocery pickup bandwagon, yet? You can ➡️click the link in my bio ⬅️to sign up for free grocery pickup at @walmart.⁠ ⁠ It's still surprising that this is a free service, like I truly keep waiting for it to start costing extra. Until then, I'll keep enjoying this amazing service each week!⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ #organizedchaos #frugalliving #frugalmom #budgetingtips #moneysavingmama #hotmessmama #motherhoodsimplified #momsplaining #coordinateyourchaos #mamaoffour #gracenotperfection #momssupportingmoms #mamablog #groceryshoppingday #groceryshopping #grocerypickup #funnymomstuff #realmomtalk #mommyhumor #honestmomconfessions #busymomlife #motherhoodunfiltered #motherhoodlens #momsunite #thatmomlife #momhumor #momtruth #motherhoodjourney #funnymom #thriftinandlivin

My people.⁠ ⁠ Getting excited about Thanksgiving yet? I'm feeling the Christmas spirit starting to creep in. It's time to start planning menus and figuring out family get-togethers.⁠ ⁠ What are some ways you stay frugal during the holidays? I like to stock up early. Some weeks, if I have extra money left in my grocery budget, I'll purchase some of the ingredients I'll typically need during the holidays.⁠ ⁠ Obviously, this won't work all the time. But, if you have a nice supply of the nonperishable stuff, it's easier to manage the purchase of extra perishables during the holiday season.⁠ ⁠ Do you plan ahead in your grocery budget for family get-togethers? What tricks do you use to stay on budget, even during the holiday season? Let me know in the comments!⁠ 📌You can read about how I budget for groceries by going to thriftinandlivin.com/grocerybudget!⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ ⁠ #moneysavingmama #mealplanner #organizedchaos #frugalliving #mealplan #freshfood #instamom #moneysavingtips #frugalmom #motherhoodsimplified #momsplaining #mommyhooddiaries #grocerybudget #mamaoffour #everythingtribe #rawmotherhood #stayathomemomlife #momssupportingmoms #mamablog #uniteinmotherhood #motherhoodinsquares #4under7 #grocerylist #budgetingtips #budgetmeals #frugalmeals #shelfcooking #hotmessmama #coordinateyourchaos #thriftinandlivin

🇺🇲"A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself."⁠ -Joseph Campbell⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ #veteransday2019 #thankyou #thankyouveterans #biggerthanyou #selflessness #sacrifices #honorable #raiseemright #proudtobeanamerican #midwestblogger #midwestmom #momstories #mamaoffour #everythingtribe #gracenotperfection #rawmotherhood #chaoscoordinator #coordinateyourchaos #momssupportingmoms #instamoms #mamablog #uniteinmotherhood #simplychldren #thriftinandlivin⁠

👻Happy Halloween!🎃⁠ ⁠ I don't know about you, but this mama is super sad that pumpkin patch season is over. We weren't able to make it to one of my favorite spots because of sickness.⁠ ⁠ 👉Did you make it to all your usual family fall spots? Anything new you discovered this year? Honestly, this fall has flown by. Time is just going so fast these days with all of Azia's extra appointments. It's all passing by way too fast!⁠ ⁠ Speaking of time flying by, have you joined my beauty influencer team yet? 💋It's only💥$20💥to join and this is still such a ground floor opportunity!⁠ ⁠ Grab your spot now while the company is still young in the US! My team and I are going to do big things! DM me if you don't know what I'm talking about!⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ ⁠ #motherhoodinsquares #momsplaining #mommyhooddiaries #momstories #mamaoffour #givemeallthecoffee #celebratechildhood #parenthoodmoments #mamapreneur #gracenotperfection #rawmotherhood #stayathomemomlife #momssupportingmoms #beautyinfluencers #mamablog #lifewithkids #uniteinmotherhood #simplychldren #organizedchaos #kidfriendly #instamom #dailyparenting #motherhoodsimplified #momof4 #thriftinandlivin #activitiesforkids #motherhoodjourney #happymoment #midwestmama #raisingkids

🚧Working on it! Are you? Friend, the mind is such a powerful thing. How you think absolutely impacts how you feel. Do me a favor, tell yourself something good, something positive today. Maybe it’s about your looks, your attitude, your finances, your relationships, whatever is ailing you today, find a positive. Hey, it’s Friday, that’s a positive, right? 🍻Cheers to the weekend, loves! I’m so happy you’re here! .... ... .. . .. ... .... #motherhoodinsquares #momsplaining #mommyhooddiaries #momstories #mamaoffour #givemeallthecoffee #parenthoodmoments #everythingtribe #gracenotperfection #rawmotherhood #stayathomemomlife #momssupportingmoms #lifewithkids #uniteinmotherhood #realmomtalk #momlifekeepingitreal #okaymom #okayestmom #honestmomconfessions #motherhoodlife #motherhoodunfiltered #motherhoodlens #momsunite #thatmomlife #mymamahood #momtruth #mommymoments #motherhoodrising #instamom #thriftinandlivin

This fall I wanted to focus on cooking crockpot meals. They’re easy. We’re busy. It seemed perfect. But, I had a request for lasagna and when someone in my family actually has an opinion about what to eat, I usually accommodate. It sure beats trying to think of what to make! Bonus, I already had these ingredients on hand. #shelfcooking for the win! However, I don’t do regular lasagna. Remember when I said I was busy? I like quick meals! So I make lazy man or, as I now call it, lazy lady lasagna. 😂 Same ingredients, just different noodles. Same deliciousness! I was ecstatic to try this new #PastaSauceByRee! It did not disappoint! The whole family loved it, even Zia had a taste! I will definitely buy again in the future! So good! Thanks to @thepioneerwoman and @Influenster.eats for sending us this yummy pasta sauce! Also, shoutout to @Walmart for saving my #grocerybudget with all these excellent great value foods! #contest #complimentary #kidfriendlyfood #organizedchaos #quickandeasy #frugalmom #motherhoodinsquares #momsplaining #mommyhooddiaries #4under7 #rawmotherhood #budgetmeals #frugalmama #stayathomemomlife #uniteinmotherhood #frugalmeals #moneysavingmama #easymeal #mealplanner #hotmessmama #instamom #motherhoodsimplified #thriftinandlivin #balancedmeals #healthymealideas #busymom #busymomhacks

Can I get an Amen?⁠ ⁠ I mean seriously, bath time is sometimes such a chore! But, I usually enjoy the contentment of my kiddos while they're in the tub. I take advantage.⁠ I bring things with me into the bathroom that need to be done. Folding towels, for example. What better place to fold towels than in the bathroom where they belong anyway?⁠ ⁠ Or, if I'm giving a bath during the day, I'll try to get it done in the morning. That way, I can put my face on while my girls safely play.⁠ ⁠ That's one of my tricks for getting more done in the day. Finding and using those little pockets of time that may otherwise be spent doing nothing.⁠ ⁠ How many times a day do you find yourself with nothing? Waiting in line at the grocery store? School pick up? Those five, ten, maybe fifteen minute blocks could make all the difference if you use them intentionally.⁠ ....⁠ ...⁠ ..⁠ .⁠ ..⁠ ...⁠ ....⁠ #momsplaining #funnymomstuff #mommyhumor #momlifekeepingitreal #okayestmom #honestmomconfessions #motherhoodlife #motherhoodunfiltered #rawmotherhood #motherhoodlens #momsunite #thatmomlife #momhumor #mymamahood #momtruth #mamablog #momssupportingmoms #toddlerlife #motherhoodrising #chaoscoordinator #instamom #funnymom #gracenotperfection #motherhoodinsquares #mommyhooddiaries #hotmessmama #mamaoffour #4under7 #stayathomemomlife #thriftinandlivin⁠