Catch up with me

I’m going to try to make this short and sweet, friend. The next Mans family adventure will be to…. Kansas.  I’m sure you may have read that going why the heck Kansas. To be blunt and simple, home is where the Army sends us. Though, we intentionally make each house a home, cozy, and inviting…

Welcome to Inside Happiness with Samantha Mans. I’ve been coaching and focused on living a healthy lifestyle that is about living fully, happily, joyfully, and isn’t focused on the outward appearance or that damn number on the scale for over 4 years now. I’ve learned a lot, lost, gained, and all the things. This newsletter is…

Two things before I get to the “meat” of what I want to say… Having moments that are hard are normal and it’s okay. I have them too… this evening felt hard. Fed is best! Always! I think it’s wonderful to nurse and I’ve been blessed to be able to, but it only works as…

I would normally start by apologizing that this letter is so late, but I’m not that sorry this month for that. It’s been insanely busy here with “operation allied refugees” as we care for and provide security to tens of thousands of afghans as they transit our military community to their next or new destination….

Merry Christmas! I honestly love the holiday season and all the joy that surrounds it. Seeing the wonder and happiness through the eyes of my daughter has brought even more fun to this time of year for both my husband and I. But for many the holidays brings a lot of stress. What to get…