Courtney Dayton
Courtney likes to describe herself as a lover of lists and post-its, all things nerdy, and as an all-around pretty awesome person. She lives in Marion with her husband, Jon, their two sons, and their two crazy cats. Both of her boys are rainbow babies, with Everett arriving in December 2013, and Hendrix in March 2016. Courtney is a Penn State graduate, and currently works as a team lead for a state agency. Aside from attempting to be successful at this parenting thing, she likes to go on adventures with her family that includes trying out all the local parks and ice cream stops. Courtney also likes to binge watch Netflix, attempt all things from Pinterest, and can be occasionally be found on her couch doing both
Half-Empty to Half-Full: Reframing Your Mindset
I’m grateful for my life. Truly, I am.
I am still as in love with my husband today as I was 15 years ago when we first met as young college kids (honestly, even more...
Saying Goodbye to Smudge: Our Family’s Experience With Pet Loss
I noticed it slowly at first. Smudge, my cat, was not moving as much. She wasn’t really wanting to jump up on couches or on my bed to visit me. Smudge seemed more content...
Are Your Kids Bored Yet? Try These Easy Activities For Kids!
Now that we're knee-deep in the midst of summer, I knew that it was time for me to put together my list of fun activities for kids to do.
While I’m a firm believer that...
Dear PCOS: Thank You For The Lessons
Dear Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS),
I hope you know me by now. After all, you’ve been in my life for about 20 years so far. I feel like we know each other pretty well. It’s...
Pretend Play: Getting Lost in Your Imagination
The world can definitely be a scary place for our little ones right now. Suddenly they aren’t allowed to go to school anymore, they may not be able to see certain people due to...
A Heavy Topic: Why I’m getting Weight Loss Surgery
I’ve been considered morbidly obese for most of my adult life.
I have struggled with my weight since middle school. I was always a skinny child, but once puberty came knocking, the pounds added up....
Guide to Cedar Rapids Area Food Pantries and Free Meal Programs
Whether you're in need of food assistance in the Cedar Rapids Area, or are looking to donate items or volunteer your time to a Cedar Rapids food pantry or program, we've got you covered...
Guide to Cedar Rapids Area Domestic Violence Support Groups and Resources
The US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stated that 1 in 3 women will be physically assaulted by an intimate partner at some point in their lives. Also according to the...
The Spirit of Christmas: Teaching Children about Giving
Christmas is often such a magical time of the year--the lights, the food, the gifts, the special feeling that comes with being with family and giving.
It would be regrettable to gloss over the fact...
Guide to Cedar Rapids Area Christmas Tree Farms 2019
There's nothing quite like heading out with your family in search of the perfect Christmas tree!! If you're seeking to cut down your own Christmas tree this year, check out these great Cedar Rapids...