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Run or Dye Twin Cities Race
A few weeks ago I took part in the Run or Dye race here in the Twin Cities. All ready to Run or Dye! It’s a simple enough race with the distance of 3.2 miles (5k), so I was confident I would be able to make it out alive! I am not a runner, but I am a wish I was a runner kind of person. This was my second time partaking in a race. Last year I ran with {Read More}

Backyard Chickens Make Great Pets For Kids
Our Urban Chickens have been a great addition to the family. A video to show you an average morning in our Urban Chicken Yard. We don’t play with them much during the winter, but when the Spring season comes around the hens come out to play all day. This year our 3 year old Ruth has been indulging her time with entertaining herself in the coop with Lucy and Lucille. I am thrilled every time she comes running into the {Read More}

A Camping We Will Go… Our New Site Beyond The Tent.com
Hey Everyone – I have been busy lining up everything that goes into starting a camping blog lately. This is what my work looks like – Most of the time you only see the active fun stuff we do, but once all the fun has been had I spend hours editing photos and writing posts. I love blogging and it has opened the door to many perks for our family. Muddy Flowers has it’s place in the social media {Read More}

10 Reasons Why I Love My Life –
I was thinking today that my life is pretty kickin’ since I don’t deserve any of the wonderful blessings God has given me. I think it is not only super important to thank Christ for everything I have in my life, but it is critical to realize the good stuff before it is too late. So many times I am reminded that life doesn’t give you a guarantee or any sort of warranty. I hope that my life will be {Read More}

Twins Skills Day Camp: Super Fun!
This past Sunday our family had the opportunity to go to the Twin’s Youth Baseball Skills day thanks to the Chevy Girls. The age group was supposed to be 6+, but they made an exception and let Ruth join in on the fun even though she is only 3 (and does not know how to wear a baseball glove!). Our day started at 9am at the Twin Stadium with all of the kids ready to play ball. The kids were {Read More}

Fitness Tips for Mom’s Who Want a Beach Body – or a Less Prego Body
Yesterday morning as I sat on my butt I thought to myself “Man, if only I had a better plan for losing this left over baby weight.” Ruthie right before her Birthday! I am pleased to share with you some simple tips to losing the baby weight from my friend and workout coach Christy Verness! Whether you’re new to fitness, or looking for a way to make it more exciting, just know that it doesn’t have to be complicated! Small {Read More}

How to Grow Salad Leaves in a Window Box
Garden Planning Time – Spring is Here I am a huge fan of planting things that you will actually use. That is why we plant a ton of corn! My close friend April is planning on planting only foods that she can use to prepare homemade baby food. When your space is limited or if you just don’t want to deal with a large garden, window box gardens are a wonderful idea. How to Grow Salad Window Boxes Making a {Read More}

Walmart’s White Cloud Diapers Play Date – #WhiteCloudDiapers #ad
I am super excited to tell the world I LOVE Walmart’s White Cloud Diapers! I never would have given them a second look, but I was asked to try them out and here I am LOVING THEM! All thoughts and opinions are my own, I am so thrilled to have this opportunity to work with Wal-Mart and receive White Cloud Diapers for my little one to try out. You might be thinking “Kelly, why in the world are you talking {Read More}

Revive Your Kitchen Cabinets In A Day
My husband runs a small cabinet/furniture refinishing shop here in Robbinsdale and this past week he was hired to bring new life back to a clients kitchen who was getting ready to sell. The technique he uses to bring life back to cabinets is so easy that I asked him to share it here on Muddy Flowers. This is really super easy. If you have any questions please ask below! Want to share this infograph on your blog? Cut & {Read More}

The Blogger Life: Snow Tanning
Yesterday I was blessed to receive 11 inches of snow. Ha – Like any other Top Mom Blogger my first thought was “How can I use this for my readers on my blog?” It hit me right away… The lighthearted photo was taken by my husband. He also prepared me a fruity drink to pose with in the snow as I changed into my swimsuit. Crazy Lady is a good nickname for me, but it’s the blogger life that makes {Read More}

Why?
After learning about the bombing in Boston my thoughts went back to September 11th. I live in America and I was born here. This is my home. This is where I am raising my family. This is where God has placed me. I don’t always see eye to eye with people and I don’t always like everyone However, never ever would I go to the extreme of what some people think is their right or calling. I sit here in {Read More}

Oh My Gosh, It’s Still Winter In MN!
I can’t stand it any longer. I need the sunshine back because it makes me happy. I am running out of things to do indoors and I swear I am not shoveling anything else that falls from the sky. side note: check out our new camping blog at BeyondtheTent.com To help me remember why I love living in Minnesota I made myself a reminder list. 1. My Family is here. 2. I like fresh air. 3. I like the color {Read More}












