Hi, my name is Holly Aljets from Iowa! I am a mother to five beautiful children and happily married to my best friend. When our first child was born nine years ago, we made the decision that I would stay home and raise our family. A few years ago we moved from the “City” to the “Country” to raise our growing family. It has been a lifestyle change – financially and personally – but one of the greatest decisions to date!
I’ve dedicated myself to raising our family, losing 87lbs. since the birth of our fifth child by becoming physically fit – it’s all about “lifestyle” not crazy diet fads, keeping up with the latest in fashion, design (Alexander McQueen) and technology. I’m a VOGUE magazine junky, a Reem Acra fan – she designed my wedding gown, a COACH fanatic and an avid Scrapbooker. I enjoy NHRA, NASCAR, love the AZ Diamondbacks & Phoenix Coyotes, love to read and write poetry, hooked on ‘Keeping up with the Kardashian’s’ and addicted to Starbuck’s. I’m currently training for a local WARRIOR DASH 2012 and trying to figure out where to take my family for summer vacation.
We’re always on the run in our household, just like many of you. I look forward to sharing news, information, trends and fitness tips & tricks with you. Suggestions and comments are always welcome. Oh, and yes, I speak English, German and Italian. The kids think it’s cool and pretty funny!
Asparagus: you can steam it, roast it, bake it, sauté it and grill it. Asparagus, a spring perennial, is a nutrient-dense food which is high in Folic Acid and an excellent source of potassium, fiber (3 grams per 5.3 oz. serving),… Read more »
What are the basics of healthy eating? What does a healthy meal look like? These are some questions many of us ask each day. The USDA is responsible for publishing nutritional guidelines for healthy eating based on ongoing research. The… Read more »
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A family getaway is always a great opportunity to bond with our children, teens and tweens. We all need a little adventure every now and then, and winter getaways can be the best. Here are a few great ideas for… Read more »
Who says you can’t flaunt a beautiful sun-kissed look in cooler temps? Although the temperature outside is chilly, snow is falling and the winds are gusting, spring and summer will be here before you know it. Now is the perfect time of… Read more »
Happy New Year! Some of you may be looking to lose a few pounds this year, race to the finish in your first marathon, achieve financial success or maybe you just want to try a new look. With a little research… Read more »
There truly is power in words. Whether you need a little “pick-me-up” to get you going or require true motivation to conquer a dream, accomplish a dreaded task, or finish the marathon you have been training for, a few small… Read more »
Looking for a little something nutritious and delicious to satisfy your sweet tooth, but without the guilt? I am going to share a recipe that I truly enjoy. It is quick and easy to make. It makes a great snack… Read more »
Hi, I'm Brooke Griffin, creator of Skinny Mom! I am a proud mom of one fabulous little 2 year old, Easton Jack. My world is my faith, my son, and empowering women in health and happiness. I created Skinny Mom to connect, share, and inspire women across the world, hoping we all utilize this community to balance the chaos of our lives and also build everlasting friendships. I'm proud to say we have close to 100 mommy bloggers in the SM family, providing the 'skinny' on the latest and greatest fitness, food, fashion, and family trends, and we'd love for you to become a mommy blogger, too!