Before I get into my first blog post for The Lake Country Mom, I just want to say how thankful and blessed I feel to be a contributor. It is amazing when women can rally together and support one another with no judgement, and I am proud to be a […]
Why can’t I stop staring in the mirror? (and a giveaway!)
I am a total self-confessed product junkie, I buy and try many different facial cleansers, lotions, creams, etc. The problem is- I usually just waste my money and don’t research them ahead of time. They never do what they say they should do. We have all been there, right? I have […]
Planner Envy
If you anything like me you like office supplies. Pens, pretty papers, stickers, markers, and my favorite planners! I am a busy mama on the go. Not only that but I am a blogger, a nurse and always have something to do or somewhere to be. I will have to […]
Anxiety, it sits there like an old friend | Guest Post
Sometimes when I think about my anxiety I think about those commercials where the people walk around
Infertility, a common reality | Guest Post
Infertility. For many, this feels like a taboo word. It’s an uncomfortable topic. It’s personal. It’s intimate, and kind of yucky. It is pitiful and painful. Honestly, who wants to spend time dwelling on something so sad and depressing? I do. I do because even though infertility is not a […]
Lannon Quarry | An afternoon at Menomonee Park
When is the last time, if ever you had been to Lannon Quarry otherwise known as Menomonee Park? My daughter and I decided on a whim to drive out there, and I am so glad we did! What a beautiful day! We walked the trails, took some fun photos and felt […]
a good mom.
Do you ever have days you just feel so defeated? Like no matter how hard you work, how hard you try-you just cannot win? NO matter how much you love or give to others, no matter how much grace or fight you have, no matter how many hours of overtime […]
The Lake Country Mom’s 2nd Blog Birthday Bash | Recap
I woke up one morning and decided to take my love of motherhood and searching for things to do in the lake country area and put it all in one place. I had this thought for awhile, what did I want to do? How would I do it? What would I […]
Living with Lymes in Lake Country | Jen’s Story
Hi. My name is Jen and I have late stage chronic Lyme disease. My life before my diagnosis consisted of having a career as a hairstylist, being a hands-on mom to three amazing girls, being the room parent, going on every field trip, and never missing one sporting event. Those […]
When Mothers Day is the hardest day | Guest Post by Bethany
In an effort to celebrate motherhood, I am featuring anyone willing to write about their life as a mom, it can be to inspire others, a great story to share, the ups and downs of being a mom, anything you’d like to share. We hope to continue to receive stories […]
Core Fitness + The Lake Country Mom Workout Event | May 9th, 2015
I have shared with you my journey to be healthier. One place that I absolutely love is Core Fitness in Brookfield.
The Sparkle Barn | Rustic + Pretty!
Have you heard of The Sparkle Barn yet? I had the honor of stopping by her “booth” this fall and saw a sign that I just had to have for my daughter’s
Things to do Before I Die
Things to do Before I Die Things to do before I die, yes it may seem cliche, but really life is short. I was thinking about my “bucket list,” if you will, and what things should be on it. I could live to be 90 or die tomorrow. We don’t […]
6 Best Things About Living in the Lake Country Area
6 Best Things About Living in the Lake Country Area I’ll share my most favorite things about where I live. For those who don’t know, I live in a great little town called Hartland located in the heart of the lake country area in Wisconsin. The Lake Country Area, is […]
Things I Will Never Regret as a Parent
We go on with daily life not noticing what habits we have developed or the routine we have became accustomed to.
8 Things I Learned From Kids (& Being One)
8 Things I Learned From Being a Kid (& Being One) Do you ever wonder what happened to all the time? I sit here today, and wonder how the heck did I become 32? I remember thinking how “old” 32 was when I was a teenager. Geez. I am here. Your […]
Who is The Lake Country Mom?
I have been hearing all about The Lake Country Mom. What is it? Who is she? Where can I find her? Well, I am The Lake Country Mom. My name is Rachel. I live in lake country (Hartland.) I adore everything about these communities and their sense of hometown pride. […]
