Samantha Schuster
Samantha is the Mom of two boys, 5 and 1. When she isn't running after her boys, she runs an at home wellness business. She enjoys hiking, camping, and traveling. Samantha has lived many places, but has called the Midlands home for two years.
Party Ideas for Winter Birthdays
When you live in the South, you assume you won't have to deal with the bitter cold. But this winter has straight up broken that rule! When the frigid temperatures hit, the amount of...
Why I Am Grateful for My “Nomadic” Childhood
No, I am not a military brat (although my dad is a Marine). I am the daughter of a man who left the military for the business world. The daughter of a very driven...
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly :: Teacher Holiday Gifts
As a former teacher, I have stories to tell. Not just about my experiences, but the gifts. Don't get me wrong, anything that shows you appreciate all the hard work teachers put into your...
Child Abduction and Trafficking :: Should I Be Afraid in Columbia?
I try every day to not watch the news. If you want a surefire way to immediately become depressed, be my guest. However, it inevitably happens. I watch the news and of course catch...
Bullying :: How to Cope if Your Child is the Victim or Bully
It was April 21,1999 ... a day I will never forget. I entered my high school lobby and the assistant principal could see I was about to lose my mind crying. He grabbed me,...
10 Ideas for Father/Son Date Night
As a mom, when you hear you are having a boy it's such an amazing feeling. You know the likelihood of having a "Mama's Boy" is pretty high. I mean we are pretty awesome,...
A Mama’s Take on Child Development :: Don’t Compare, Just Love
It was just under six and a half years ago when I found out I was pregnant with my first child. I had just quit my job to go back to school and get...
A Train Lovers Dream :: Ride the Rails with the South Carolina Railroad Museum
There is a hidden gem in Fairfield County. If your children love trains, you need to travel whatever distance it is to the state's only tourist railroad located just south of Winnsboro. The South Carolina...
My How Times Have Changed :: Summer Then vs. Now
Ahhhh summer! Bring on all things summer. Relaxation, sun, outdoors, barbeque, water; bring it all to me! Oh wait, that's right, I am a mom now. Summer is not quite what it used to be.
Then: Relaxing on...
Sports Mom :: From the Perspective of an Oversensitive, Overprotective Parent
The last at bat, of the last game of the season. I couldn't be more excited. Not because I love standing in 100 degree heat, covered in dirt that will never come out of my clothes. I...
5 Things I Did as a New Mom That I Am Grateful for Now
New motherhood is one of the most stressful, yet fulfilling, times of woman's life. There has to be at least a million books to read. I am sure at least one thousand opinions to chose...
Travel Tips & Tricks from One Well Versed Mama
The excitement is building for your week long vacation that starts tomorrow! You have everything packed, double checked the house is ready, dog is at the kennel. YOU ARE READY TO TRAVEL! Oh wait, that...
Free Events & Places to See with Kids During the Month of May in...
I write this post listening to my two boys, 5 and 1, screaming and laughing hysterically in their room when they should be sleeping. We were only able to get out of the house for...