Relationships Change as Fast as People Change their Facebook Profile Picture

So for the second time this week I have logged onto Facebook and suddenly noticed that a friend of mine

has changed their profile picture and there is a NEW MAN in the pic.....

I am not talking about them suddenly getting a boyfriend, I am talking about them going from one man in the profile picture to a new man in the picture.

This sometimes really CONFUSES me....maybe I am simple minded, maybe I am behind times, heck I don't know what I am, but I am confused.

The simple fact is you cannot jump from one relationship to another, it just don't work...you have to have break between men/women.  Your heart has to heal!

What I don't understand the most is how someone who has a beautiful family, can suddenly drop everything and walk out the door for someone else.....In the past year I have watched other families fall apart, people fall apart, and lives be destroyed for "lust".....what is sad I have not just seen this in one or two families, I have seen this in numerous families.

I can assure you men and women the grass may be greener on the other side, but the cow is often fatter, and the shit is deeper....it is as simple as that.

If you marriage or relationship is falling apart, STOP what you are doing, PAUSE your life, and take a look at reality.   Some relationships are not salvageable, I get that, but maybe your marriage or relationship is not able to be saved, but the damage you do while you are ending it can be stopped or lessened.

Personally I feel that couples should be required to go through counseling prior to divorce or custody cases....I know this seem far fetched, but as a mother that shares custody with the the father of her children, I can say it would have been a whole lot easier to do if I did not have to mull through the pain of the what he did, what he didn't do, and oh shit his new girlfriend is in the car with him...I'm not ready for another woman to be influencing my children....

You see parents, in the long run it is not about you, it is about your kids.  It is about bridge or GAP you build between the family.....so the next time you go to change your Facebook profile picture/relationship status, STOP think about who it is going to impact, see if there is any way to slow down the pace, stop the damage, and salvage what bonds you have with your last profile picture/significant other.

~Becky

Lodging in Marquand, MO

Disclosure:  in the past I have been compensated visits to these places, however, all thoughts and opinions are my own....Thanks 

Sometimes I feel like I get asked the most unusual questions, but then again I am unusual, so I guess it comes with being unusual....hey, that almost rhymes!

Yesterday, I was messaged about lodging in Marquand, Mo......word is out I am HUGE fan of small towns and Marquand is one of my "favs" (all small towns are my favs).

Anyways, I have spent a lot of time in Marquand, MO.....I seriously should be the Grand Marshal of their parade (JOKING).   So folks do consider me the go to girl for Marquand information....I don't mind and fan or not, I promise I will give you my honest opinion.

There is in fact LODGING in Marquand, Mo....yes that tiny town of 204 (I believe that is what I saw

the other day on their sign) in fact has 2 Bed & Breakfasts and 2 Campgrounds for folks to visit.

The Belmont Inn - I have had the pleasure of visiting the Belmont Inn in Marquand, the story about the Belmont is captivating, the house is beautifully decorated, but you want to know about staying there....Let's just say I would stay there again in a heartbeat and I would feel comfortable enough to take my little monsters with me.


Aunt Kat's Bed & Breakfast  - I have also had the pleasure of visiting Aunt Kat's B&B.....what can I say, I like to visit places!  Aunt Kat's also has a unique story, small town family just wanting to add more to the community.  Aunt Kat's is a bit more modern than the Belmont Inn, does offer river access, and like the Belmont I would return again in a heartbeat and take my little monsters with me.

Castor River Ranch Campground - okay campers, if you have not heard about Castor River Ranch, where have your ears been.....just kidding, I only discovered this place when they showed up in my Facebook feed....however, I will say if you have an RV/Camper you must check this place out.  I ventured out there last weekend for a swim with my little monsters and was amazed.  The campground is small, but it is so clean compared to many other places.  The beach area for kids to play is very very clean, and they offer all the amenities you will need....they are a "full-hookup" campground.

this is NOT my camper...just incase you are wondering! 

DD Highway Campground - now hold onto your seats...because I have NOT visited this campground YET....they are still on my Marquand bucketlist.  I have drove past this campground and can tell you it looks clean, friendly, and is right on the river.  This is what I do know they are a full hookup campground, with tent sites, showers, and restrooms.  For more information call 573-783-2426.....if I beat you to it, I will let you know what I think!

Blackwater Band at the Canterbury Hill Winery

Do you ever just fall in love with a boy band?  Last night I rocked out at Canterbury Hill Winery and Restaurantto this adorable band of teenage boys,…the lead singer was at least half my age!  These guys made me feel like I was 15 again an singing along to Hanson’s MmmBop, What a great way to feel when you are out for the night with your oldest gal pal friend.  

While I have much more to say about Centerbury Hill Winery, but I just had to share this video of the band. 

Blackwater Band in Jefferson City, Missouri 

Happy Adventures, 

Becky 

Disclosure:  My trip to Canterbury Hill Winery was sponsored by TBWG, however, all thoughts, opinions, and photos are my own.  

Hallmark Kaleidoscope Kansas City Missouri

So I am on an Art Kick this week, no not really, but I am thinking of the fact that the weather is changing and if you are like me you are beginning to think of things do with kids indoors again.  Let me throw in a big BOOO here, because we all know that I prefer (and NEED) to be out outside! 

Okay this last summer when the kiddos and I made our road trip to Kansas City, MO we had the opportunity to attend a Family Art Session at Hallmark’s Kaleidoscope.  I am never good at describing places like this, because there is no real way to describe this place.  Kaleidoscope’s Family Art Session is a 40-minute session of coloring, gluing, painting, beading, sticking, discovering, and well anything you can put into art terms fun....note our favorites were the glow in the dark station, and making the face mask     

Basically I walked into the room, we discovered all the art supplies we needed, and we went to work creating priceless masterpieces….of course every piece of art work my kiddos create is priceless, or non-price-able!   

Kaleidoscope’s Family Art Session is open children of all ages and their adults, the sessions run throughout the summer months, and during the school year depending on school schedules.  The session is free, but on a first come basis, reservations are available for groups of 15 or more.  Visit their website for more information or call 816-274-8300.  Kaleidoscope is located in the Crown Center Area of Kansas City, Mo, other nearby family friendly attractions include LEGOLAND Discovery Center, Sea Life Kansas City, and the Hallmark Visitors Center.    

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