The Motherload Blog


FAQ For Amy

Q: I want to start a blog or find a work-at-home job, but I don’t know how. How can I start learning about blogging and working from home? A: I have a post here that addresses the questions on working … Continue reading


You Knew It Was Coming….Exercise & You

Oh, you just knew that this chapter was upon us after our frank discussion about self-care. I just want you to know that I am not just being Miss Preachy and I promise you that I am making serious changes … Continue reading


Mommy Interview: Kathy Kaehler

The Hanes team contacted us to see if we would be interested in interviewing some of their moms from their spokesperson team. They have created a fun resource for parents and picked some amazing parents to represent their brand. Kathy … Continue reading


Rainy Days, Bloom Swap, Contests, Updates, & More Randomness

Sorry for a post full of randomness, but I wanted to update everyone on stuff that is going on this week!! WSBT- Yesterday I went to the WSBT studio to discuss how to put together a rainy day survival kit … Continue reading


Update on My Nephew

I just got off the phone with my mom and Austin is in ICU. His surgery lasted over eight hours yesterday so he was under for a lot longer than they had expected. They are waiting to see if the … Continue reading


$10 Tripod

Editor’s Note: SORRY! This offer has expired! I have been wanting to get a tripod for my camera, and told my husband to be on the lookout for any good deals. He happened upon this tripod, normally priced at $49.99, … Continue reading


Another Season of Gift Giving

It seems that the summer is our crazy season for gift-giving. Between high school graduations, weddings, new babies, and the regular birthdays, we can spend a lot of money on our gifts. I am sure I am not alone so … Continue reading


Water & Chalk

Two old margarine tubs filled with water and one package of paint brushes from the dollar store. Mommy’s yoga mat becomes a soft cushion for the kids to rest their bottoms on while playing on the pavement. Don’t forget the … Continue reading


Prayers for Austin

Today is a hard day for our family and I am just asking you to lift my six year-old nephew up in your prayers this week. Austin is undergoing a very intense surgery today, where they will be grafting new … Continue reading


Knit for a Cause

I am so enjoying learning how to knit and it has been a wonderful outlet for me in the evenings. I have been practicing and learning each day. Progressively, I am getting a little better, but I am no speed … Continue reading