Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
Stop Being Obsessed With Your Own Rightness: What I’ve Learned About Unity
I've been trying to make sense of the division in the United States for the past couple of years. For too long, I felt like I was missing something, but I couldn't put my finger on it. I'm not black or gay or any of the groups that have commanded the most attention...
Fun at the State Fair 2017
Is it an Indiana thing or does everybody like going to the state fair? As a kid, I loved the local fair but only occasionally got to go to the state fair, because it was an hour away. Now, it's one of my favorite summer traditions! I like in Indianapolis now so it's a...
My Favorite Pre and Post-Workout Fuel (Get those Carbs & Protein Right!)
*This post is sponsored by Premier Protein It wasn't until I did a little foray into macro-counting earlier this year that I FINALLY started eating correctly before and after workouts. Yeah, apparently that makes a big difference! The main make-up of both pre and...
To the People on the Plane With My Toddler
I never thought much about flying with babies before I had one. I knew I'd prefer not to be seated by one that was crying or in front of one who would kick my seat, but I would also never make a poor momma feel bad if that was the case. When I got my own baby on board...
10 Books to Read Next
*My other book reviews here It's been awhile since I updated you on my latest reads so here ya go! I have been HEAVY on the Christian non-fiction thanks to all the recommendations I get from podcasts. Sorry to those who aren't into that genre. However, I think some of...
Chicago Weekend: Welcome to Traveling Toddlerhood
We took a weekend trip to Chicago and it was...interesting. We've really not taken many trips with Jacob so it's always a little nerve-wracking and like, "will this work?" I got a few ideas from people online on where to go, what to do & explore -- and luckily we...