I am a stay at home mom. I made the decision before we had kids. I am so blessed to be able to do it and wouldn\’t change it for anything. But what does it mean to be a stay at home mom? This was easy to figure out early on while in the newbornContinue reading “The Fear of Staying Home”
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939 days, 6,574 days
18 years 0 months 0 daysor 216 months 0 daysor 939 weeks 1 daysor 6,574 daysor 157,776 hoursor 9,466,560 minutesor 567,993,600 seconds I have had some idea of how precious life is, but haven\’t always lived my life in a way that makes the most of out of the time. Sure, certain times of yearContinue reading “939 days, 6,574 days”
Homemade Window Clings
I am trying to do my best with sticking to our budget and not spending extra on a whim while out shopping. Darn Target makes it tough, but I am getting better. There are just some things that are so much more convenient to buy though. I love the idea of window clings. There areContinue reading “Homemade Window Clings”
A Lesson in Gratitude
In late Summer I began to feel very drained. Spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and most days physically. I couldn\’t seem to figure out a way through it. Then I came across Abundant Mama. I have found that I can relate to what she writes, how she writes, and the deeper level it goes to. I wantedContinue reading “A Lesson in Gratitude”
Reflecting on Thanksgiving
Today, is the day after Thanksgiving. For our family yesterday, it was just the three of us. Some years we have traveled to spend it with extended family or stayed local and spend it with grandparents. While I enjoy seeing family, spending time with them, and the wonderful conversations, I am happy to not travelContinue reading “Reflecting on Thanksgiving”
This is What We Do & That\’s Okay
When you become a parent, even while you are pregnant, there are so many ideas out there. So many how to and how not to. Oh, and don\’t forget, everyone has their opinion of how to do stuff and are so willing to share (even when they don\’t have kids of their own). The Internet,Continue reading “This is What We Do & That\’s Okay”
The Mom I Thought I Would Be
When I was a teacher it gave me a glimpse into what having my own kids could be like. I set it in my mind things I would do, wouldn\’t do, and what I would like to give a try. Then, I had my own child. While some of those things still come into play,Continue reading “The Mom I Thought I Would Be”
Yup, it\’s snowing
It has been awhile since I have put my fingers to the keyboard to write. Honestly, I have been wanting to write and been searching my brain for ideas. So, I finally let go and decided to wait. Sometimes, that is just the inspiration I need. Today, is the first snowfall of the season. WeContinue reading “Yup, it\’s snowing”
Your question, My Answer
October is a month filled with awareness and remembrance days. A lot of us have been touched by cancer throughout our lives as we see it happen in loved ones and friends. I know breast cancer awareness is a big one that is pumped through the entire month of October to the point where isContinue reading “Your question, My Answer”
Aww, such a sweet time vs. How old? Have Fun with That
All to often I get asked, \”how old is your son?\” I reply with his age and I get one of several responses…\”such a fun age\”, \”good luck with that age or stage\”, \”oh the things you have coming ahead of you with that age\”. My thought to it all? Every stage and every ageContinue reading “Aww, such a sweet time vs. How old? Have Fun with That”
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