Heather Creekmore
Originally an East Coast native, Heather Creekmore is a pastor’s wife living in Austin, Texas. Heather spent over a decade working in politics and marketing for non-profits before marriage and children. Now, through her own ministry, Heather speaks and writes to encourage Christian women who struggle with body image and comparison. Her first book titled, “Compared to Who?” (Leafwood, 2017) helps people find new freedom from comparison struggles. In her free time, Heather home schools four children, drives the soccer practice shuttle, makes (sometimes edible) freezer meals, competes on Netflix baking shows, and breaks grammar rules. Connect with Heather on Facebook or on her blog at: Compared to Who.
Every Cinderella’s Dream: The Princess & Papa Wonderland Ball
Calling all moms of Cinderella, Belle, Ariel, Jasmine, Aurora, Tiana, Rapunzel, and Snow White fans... (Princess expert mommas, did I miss any?)
There is an event in the Dallas area happening next month that you...
I Had a Miscarriage.
I write a lot about the four children I had in a timespan of five years. But, there is one child that I have never written about. That's the one I never met. The...
A Big, Red Lie? What DO You Tell Your Kids About Santa?
I'll confess, I've never believed.
I was one of those "born an adult" type of children. I was never fooled by myths of fictional fairies that bought my teeth or rabbits that enjoyed painted eggs. ...
The Biggest Mistake (Even Good Moms) Make!
Whether you've been a mom for ten minutes or ten years, I know you've done this. You've made this mistake. Maybe even today. Truth is: I made it this morning.
This mistake is dangerous. It...
Vote 2012: How and Why Moms Should Vote in Dallas
Mad because another debate kept you from watching New Girl?
Weary of all this election stuff and wishing it would be over already?
If you think that you are ready for this campaign to be...
Why Discipline Makes Me Scream
Are you a Super Nanny protege or more of a free style parent? Do you believe spanking is commanded by God or the fast-track to psychological problems? Do you bribe or threaten your way to...
Soothe Your Children and Your Soul with a New Lullabies Album
Sleep.
Peaceful. Beautiful. Soothing.
Sleep.
Ahhhh…That silence is a beautiful sound. Especially to us moms.
But, today I listened to something equally as beautiful that just may play a key role in helping sleep come to your house....
A Day in the Life…Doing It Times Four.
This is a day in the life of contributor, Heather, a stay-at-home mom who balances a few part-time jobs while caring for her brood of four kiddos: a five-year-old kindergartener, a four-year-old preschooler, a...
Have You Tried Funny?
Having a hard time with tantrums, fussing, or fighting? Not sure what to do when your four year old cries over something that seems silly or your preschooler pouts? My trick: Become a comedian.
Nothing,...
Confession: I’m Not Ready for Kindergarten!
Today my five year old son and I will go to a kindergarten readiness meeting. They will ask him some questions about shapes, letters, and colors and then we'll be on our way. But,...
Scary Skeeters: What You Must Know About the West Nile Virus Outbreak
As of yesterday, 298 cases of West Nile Virus had been reported in North Texas. In Dallas County, 130 cases have been documented and 8 have resulted in death. Dallas County Health and Human...
Killing My Kids With Quesadillas: What I Learned from Eat This Not That (For...
I like to consider myself pretty "up" on all things healthy. I'm a fitness instructor, and I have taken continuing education courses in nutrition and diet. Aside from that, I've been on diets of...