I share this story with you because I relive this each time I pass through on I-80. It's a happy ending but does contain trauma: Some experiences are seared into your memory. You can recall every detail for the rest of your life. Strange how the mind works when other times you don’t remember what … Continue reading Mile Marker 237-1-6-16
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Vulnerability
Today I finally worked up the courage to drag myself to a local MOPS meeting for the first time since moving to our new town. First, MOPS (Moms of Preschoolers) is an international mom group that meets locally 2x a month, designed for stay-at-home moms to connect, fellowship, and support each other. I used to … Continue reading Vulnerability
Co-parenting
If you had talked to me 5 years ago, I would have been pretty clear. Never in a million years would I have pictured myself divorced, knowledgeable about divorce papers, custody, child support, or co-parenting. Not because I had a rock solid marriage to my ex-husband, but because I couldn’t picture putting my children in … Continue reading Co-parenting
The Brighter Side of Parenthood Guest Blog 1-22-16)
Every parent can relate, I know. And, my kids are probably no different than other kids. But, one of the most fun parts of jumping into parenting a brood of five has been the number of wonderfully hilarious things I’ve heard from the children. Of course, they are funnier in context, so partly this list … Continue reading The Brighter Side of Parenthood Guest Blog 1-22-16)
Why We Blog (2-1-16)
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)
Fridays I’m in Love (2-12-16)
God is good. All the time. It’s a great day today. The weather here is mild, such a welcome relief this time of year. I was at an amazing birth last night, and although I always worry and joke that babies come at the worst time, it always times just perfectly. Out of the house … Continue reading Fridays I’m in Love (2-12-16)
Thank Heaven For Little Boys (2-14-16)
i love parenting another "set" of little boys. Our first set are 2 years apart and they definitely kept me on my toes. As a new mom, it was sometimes overwhelming, and all I could do to keep my head above water. This set of boys, #4 & #5, are also 2 yrs apart, and … Continue reading Thank Heaven For Little Boys (2-14-16)
A Mother’s Intuition (2-24-16)
Our daughter turns 8 today! Previously I shared about her scare on a road trip when she was 2. There’s more to the story, so in celebration of her life, here it is: By the time she had the choking scare, she had already had pneumonia a couple times. After she choked, she developed pneumonia … Continue reading A Mother’s Intuition (2-24-16)
The Airport Adventure (3-13-16)
The Airport Adventure 3/13/2016 0 Comments This was us rocking the airport LAST spring break. We didn't have time for a pic THIS spring break. It would have looked a bit more frazzled! If you know much about me, you know that I sometimes take on crazy challenges. With kids in tow. If you’ve read … Continue reading The Airport Adventure (3-13-16)
Zebra Stripes–Part 2 (3-23-16)
I wanted to update my blog on the progress since one of my first posts: How do you get a zebra to change its stripes. Progress for me, usually comes in spurts. It’s how I operate. I get intense levels of energy for periods of time, then back off, maybe get interested in something else, … Continue reading Zebra Stripes–Part 2 (3-23-16)
Just the 7 of Us 