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Jenna Quentin

Jenna Quentin
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Jenna is a Kansas girl who married a Frenchman and lived her personal fairytale in Bordeaux, France for five years. In 2013, they moved back to raise their four children in Newton, where her husband is a firefighter. Jenna brought back a love of the French language, culture, cuisine and cheese. She never thought she would fall equally in love with Kansas and the Wichita area, where she feels so supported as a woman and mom. She is a WAHM, with a media startup.
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6 Local Coffee Roasters in Wichita You Don’t Want to Miss

Buying locally roasted coffee also has the advantage of being fresher, for a high-quality java juice. Did you know that coffee beans could get moldy? No thanks! Like many things, fresher coffee ends up...

3 Easy Ways to Stay Connected to Your Tweens

It’s the question that keeps me awake at night these days.  With the years slipping by at an increasing rate, I wonder, "Do I connect enough with my kids? Do they listen to me? Is...

15 Taylor Swift Lyrics That Resonate with Moms

*This post was originally written in 2019...and 3 albums have been released since then! Comment below with any lyrics commonly used in your household. Sometimes moms need the clever lyrics of our girl, Taylor Swift,...

Wichita Family Day Trip: Things to Do in Newton KS with Kids

Newton, Kansas is just big enough to have fun stuff to do and eat, and just small enough to make a cozy community. It’s about 25 minutes north of Wichita on I-135, and has...

The Once-A-Week Laundry Strategy (and 5 Laundry Services in Wichita That Will Do the...

The unrelenting nature of some household tasks drives me nuts. It’s a constant battle against a smelly monster that grows every time I turn my back! Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, or you work...
grandma and baby boy

A Letter to My Grandma

Dear Grandma, You hold a special place in my heart. Even though we see each other regularly, I need to say about how much you mean to me. You’ve been a constant presence in my life...

How to Keep A Crafty/Artsy Kid Entertained: Supplies, Ideas, and Local Spots for Young...

You know the kid who's always cutting things out and gluing them together? Who always wants to paint on a rock? The one who draws better than most adults? I have one of these magical...

Gratitude is a Vulnerable Place

Gratitude and gratitude practices have become trendy catchphrases. But the actual act of being grateful is much more complex and, if I'm being honest, scary. Gratitude is a vulnerable place. Now I'm a strong independent woman....

3 Ways to Upcycle & Style Your Old T-Shirts (No Sewing Required)

The free tee from your first postpartum 5K. That soft oversized shirt that you could wear for days at a time. The basic tee with the cool logo. You'd love to wear them, but...

Dear Work-at-Home Moms…

Dear Work-at-Home Moms, You're doing a really good job. No, huh-uh. Don't shake your head or shrug it off. I mean it.  You did enough at your job today. You were enough for your kids today....

The Best Kansas State Parks to Visit with Kids

Do you need new places to explore outside with the family, without driving out-of-state? There are 28 Kansas state parks!  We’ve listed out each park with its main amenities and how long of a drive it...

4 Tips for Making Your Long Distance Friendship Stronger Than Ever

You tried to hide it, but you were crushed when your friend said she was moving away. You’re excited for her to follow her heart and start a new adventure...but you’re worried this might...

4 Ways to Survive Home Projects with Your Partner

“Don’t use up your marriage equity on renovating the office,” cautioned our life coach.  Maybe it’s a huge remodel project. Maybe it’s just choosing how to arrange and decorate your living space. However, you and...

3 Ways to Make the Holidays Special When Mom is Struggling

As I stare down the holidays, a heavy numbness rolls over me. I don’t want to celebrate gratitude. I don’t feel like putting up the tree. I don’t care to pick a new word...