About Christy

Christy is a down home country girl from the mountains of North Carolina, who now lives in the big city of Las Vegas. She is a military wife and a proud mommy of a beautiful little girl. Christy loves to travel and see God's creation. She truly believes that you can learn so much and benefit from visiting other areas in this beautiful world. Her blog: freshmixmomma.com is about inspiring others to take a break and a breath of fresh air.

Tips for eating healthy

Written by Christy @ Fresh Mix Momma, Contributing Writer Many people are looking to eat healthier these days. It seems like there is a common misconception that it is hard to eat healthy or too expensive. When I look at how my husband use to eat compared to now, I am shocked. Over the past few years we have pretty much completely changed our eating habits for the better. The best part about this change is, for us, it really wasn’t a hard change. Over the past few years we have just … [Read more...]

Showing Acts of Kindness

Written by Christy @ Fresh Mix Momma, Contributing Writer It’s February, the month of all things lovey dovey. I personally think that one of the best ways to show someone that you care, is to show kindness. We need more kindness in this world. If everyone would make an effort to show acts of kindness everyday, this world could be a much better place. There are many ways that we can show kindness, both to our families and to others around us. However, it is so very easy to get caught … [Read more...]

Tips for treating a cold without medicine

Written by Christy @ Fresh Mix Momma, Contributing Writer Hello 2015! It’s nice to meet you! Although I love to meet a bright and shining New Year, I am not thrilled with the cold & flu season that seems to come with it! Just like many others, I had recently come down with a nasty cold. Of course, just my luck it was the same day my husband went back to work, leaving just me & my little one (isn’t that the way it always goes?) I will be the first one to tell you, I can’t … [Read more...]

Keeping the Holidays Simple

Written by Christy from Fresh Mix Momma, Contributing Writer December is a busy time of year for everyone! Thanksgiving just ended, Christmas is coming up and New Years is just around the corner. With everything going on, it’s very easy to get caught up in all the hustle and bustle and lose sight of the fun and meaning of the Holidays. Sometimes it’s just nice to be more low key and simple with Christmas to really enjoy the Holidays. If you are looking for a more simple Christmas, … [Read more...]

12 Days of Christmas {Day 3: Cowgirl Dirt Makeup}

Today is the 3rd day of the 12 days of Christmas Reviews & Giveaways 2014! Written by {Christy @ FreshMixMomma.com}, Contributing Writer  On the 3rd day of Christmas, day2day joys gave to me... A Pucker it up collection from Cowgirl Dirt.  This gorgeous trio made up of YeeHaw lipstick, Bodacious Botanical Lip Gloss and a High Noon Lip Moisturizer is sure to get you mistletoe ready.    COWGIRL DIRT was born in the American West, a land of open … [Read more...]

Being Thankful in Hard Times

  Written by Christy @ Fresh Fix Momma, Contributing Writer Hello November! It’s a beautiful time of year! A time of wonderful holidays, great food, family, friends and a time to reflect on everything that has happened over the past year. This time of year can bring so much joy to people but it can also bring up a lot of stress on people. Money issues, loss of family member or friends, maybe a hard time at work; there can be a lot that stresses people out and can be very … [Read more...]

Moms, make time for yourself

Written by Christy @ Fresh Mix Momma, *NEW* Contributing Writer Okay, fess up..how many moms out there lost themselves after they had kids? It’s a common thing that happens to many of us (especially stay at home mommies.) We are tried & exhausted from taking care of the house, work and the kids..we certainly don’t have time to do anything for ourselves! I know..I get it, we’ve all had our “I just want to stay in my yoga pants and not shower” days. but it’s time to stand up and … [Read more...]