A creative energy outlet: Both of us love to write and it’s been ages since we’ve had a chance. Since I closed my shop and business I wanted to have an outlet to express myself. People are interested in our story: We know you are kind of curious! We DO have an interesting story: We … Continue reading Why We Blog (2-1-16)
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Birth Ninja (2-2-16)
I am a birth ninja. I do most of my work in the cloak of night. Not many people, including our children, know that while they are sleeping, midwives and doulas are up, catching babies and witnessing the miracle of life. I have been a childbirth educator, breastfeeding counselor, doula, and student or assistant midwife … Continue reading Birth Ninja (2-2-16)
A Birth Story (2-3-16)
WWe celebrate #4’s 4th birthday today! In celebration, I want to share his fun, unusual, and kind of hilarious birth story: He is #4. That means I had already given birth to 3 other kiddos. The first 3 are around 2 years apart, and my then-husband, J, and I thought we were done. Three and … Continue reading A Birth Story (2-3-16)
Saying Goodbye (2-22-16)
This past year has definitely seen its share of changes. Mostly good. Some hard. Some instant and some over time. My challenge this year has been to focus on the positive, and surround myself with people who support us and make our lives easier. At some point acknowledging the challenges, the losses, and relationships that … Continue reading Saying Goodbye (2-22-16)
In the Closet (5-27-16)
In the past couple months, I've spent a lot of time back in the closet. Our house has very little storage space, and when my wife originally moved in we "converted" (in other words, threw some cheap clothing racks into) the only storage room (unfinished with wood shelves hanging off the walls because the previous … Continue reading In the Closet (5-27-16)
Well Played (6-12-16)
I finally got one. My first "you're going to hell for your lifestyle" message. I've been pretty lucky. The worst I've gotten before was, "well, you're sinning, but we'll try to love you anyway." I've actually wondered if this type of message even really existed anymore. In light of the events in Orlando this weekend, … Continue reading Well Played (6-12-16)
Our little slice of paradise (8-22-16)
We’ve completed the move! After a whirlwind summer, and about a month of living in transition, a few weekends ago we rented the U-Haul truck to load up the big things, and said hello to our new town, home, and life! Let me just say how thankful we are about several things: We are thankful … Continue reading Our little slice of paradise (8-22-16)
Coming Out Thoughts (Part 1) 9-6-16
I guess it's unusual to realize you are gay when you are 38 years old. That's what I've heard anyway. I've been asked if I had any idea before that and I can answer no. I'd never experimented or had thoughts that I tried to pretend didn't exist. Of course, looking back, there were definitely … Continue reading Coming Out Thoughts (Part 1) 9-6-16
Left Handed
I’m in a unique group of people. I’m left handed. Only roughly 10% of the world’s population is left handed. Growing up, I loved being left handed. I recognized its differentness and it fit my quest to be unique in the world. I loved it, even though it does come with some setbacks. Luckily I … Continue reading Left Handed
The Funny Little Guy
I had the fortune of having the last week to spend with our #5. The other kids were gone to dad’s and my wife had to be TDY for the week. It was a luxurious week of low parenting demands, snacking, and relaxing. We had a great time together but I thought I would capture … Continue reading The Funny Little Guy
Just the 7 of Us 