The only wish that I can't grant

These last few days have been tough on me.  My son's ADHD and ODD conditions have been worse because I think he has anxiety from all the new beginning and stress.  I have always said that I can give my son everything from the moon and back, but I've finally hit a bump in the road.  I never thought there was something that I could not give my son, but it hurts me to finally find one.  You see, my son has decided that he wants a little brother or sister.  I'm not ready for another one just yet with my busy life with him and college, not to mention my boyfriend isn't ready either.  I tell him my son "no" and he gets all sad.  He tells me how badly he wants to have a little brother or sister and it kills me inside to tell him that I can't give him that.  At least, not yet.  I'm not ready.  For once, my needs come before my son's needs.  It hurts knowing that I can't grant this one wish.  I feel like my son is punishing me for not being able to give him what he wants.  Life isn't always fair.  It hurts making my son realize at a young age that mommy can't always give him everything.

Fysiko Eyelash Growth Serum: Going on Week 10

Longer lashes: Week Ten- "Fysiko Eyelash Growth Serum"

I absolutely love the look of my lashes.  I'm supposed to have longer and fuller lashes by the 16th week but I have already noticed quite a difference already.  This serum is quick and easy to apply.  I put on the serum every morning and night along the lash line   If I choose to wear makeup, I let the serum dry before applying eyeliner.  I barely use mascara nowadays because I love the longer, fuller look without the weight of mascara.  I'm not done with the full trial period and I have already told my family and friends about this amazing product.  Many women have tried it out already and they all have success stories like mine.  In fact, when I found out I can try it on my eyebrows, I have been applying it to an over-plucked area.  If you want longer and fuller lashes too, please try this product out. Fysiko Eyelash Growth Serum.  

Week 10:

Can you believe that these pics are of my eyes WITHOUT mascara??  I love the results already and I have 6 more weeks to go!  Compare my lashes to the picture that I took before I started using the serum.  I bet you will also agree that they look longer and fuller!

Week 1:

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I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

One less stress

So, this week is almost over and I've had major ups and downs going on in my life.  After juggling school, work AND parenting, I finally decided to give up work to pursue my college dreams and also to make more time for my son.  I have been told many times that it's okay to not be able to do it all like I wanted to.  I'm always trying to be an overachiever and it has finally caught up to me.  So, my lesson to you all is that you shouldn't take on more than you can handle.  Don't stress yourself til you're sick because it is very unhealthy and it's not fair for your children to see you that way.

Sometimes, balancing your life means getting rid of unnecessary stress.  Luckily, I have my family to help me survive with my choice.  It's going to be a challenge and it's not going to be easy, but it will definitely help me with my main priorities in life, my son and my education.

Even when times get tough, never give up.  Sometimes I feel like I have given up working to pursue my dreams but I have actually put work on hold.  It's only temporary.  When things get easier, I can always go back to work.  Parenting is about sacrifice.  I am sacrificing my work life to give my son more time that he needs.  If my family can help me with money, one-on-one parenting is more important than any educational program.  Spending time with my son has more value than being able to buy him the biggest and best toy ever.  My boyfriend is so supportive and he tells me that we will get through this.  It's not a bump in the road, it's a road to opportunity and success.

Life is not worth living when your mind is full of clutter and chaos.

When your body breaks down too often, you are probably overworking yourself.

You are only fooling yourself if you push too hard.

Your body does have limits.  Don't go overboard.

Nothing is permanent in life.

Things can change.

Life is what you make it.  

You choose your own path.

With love, you can get through anything,

whether it is the love from your children or your significant other.  

Everyone can find the peace and tranquility in their soul.

Just close your eyes and let it free.

Detox smoothies

Health is so important especially when you are a parent.  You have to be able to keep up with our active children.  Whenever I'm in a rush and I need to get some breakfast in me, I throw in some frozen strawberries, a few scoops of yogurt, and juice or almond milk into a blender.

I looked up some recipes of healthy detoxifying smoothies to try out.

Silky Mango
1/4 cup mango cubes
1/4 cup avocado
1/2 cup of orange juice
1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.



Brain health blueberry dream
1 cup of unsweetened frozen blueberries, thawed
1 small banana
1 tbsp of cold-pressed flaxseed oil
Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.

Strong bones green almonds smoothie
1/2 cup almond milk
2 tbsp natural almond butter
1 small banana
1 small handful of kale leaves
Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.



Healthy heart choco-raspberry smoothie
1/2 cup almond milk
1/4 organic, fair-trade dark chocolate chips or chunks
1 cup of fresh organic raspberries
Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.


Healthy dessert in a glass
1/2 cup of almond milk
1 small banana
2 tbsp of natural hazelnut butter
1 tsp of organic, fair –trade cocoa powder
1 tbsp of maple syrup
Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.


Recipes from: http://lifewithnature.com/detox-foods/5-delicious-detox-smoothies-to-shed-belly-weight-and-keep-you-healthy/