Heart Thoughts

Nurture ~ Acrostic Poem

NURTURE Never forget to nurture yourself & your needs Unraveling the stresses, the guilt, the negative emotions, letting yourself Release, rest, rejuvenate and be able to rise, feeling full after Taking time to trust, to talk, to do the things you enjoy, Utilizing the things that fill you up & nourish you, bring you theContinue reading “Nurture ~ Acrostic Poem”

Saying Yes to You ~It\’s Hard Sometimes, But Worth It

Recently I wrote about taking time for one of the pieces in your life\’s puzzle, your marriage. Another piece I made mention of is the piece that is you. Remember, it started as you. Then got married. Then grew your family. Sometimes in the mix of all that, well, we sometimes loose sight of whoContinue reading “Saying Yes to You ~It\’s Hard Sometimes, But Worth It”

Ease ~ Acrostic Poem

EASE Each day you Awake, take a deep breath in, Set yourself for the day, and Embrace what is to come

Life is Like Puddle

Life is like a puddle, you can either: Carefully, strategically walk or step around it,Sometimes staying dry and in the clear, sometimes leading to sinking in the mud Try to leap over it as far as you can, maybe missing it completely or catching just the edge Just walk right on through and continue onContinue reading “Life is Like Puddle”

Take the Time ~ Savor the Moment ~ Go on the Adventure

My kiddos knew strawberry season was coming up and were looking forward to the chance to go and pick our own. We were able to go this past weekend. Saturday, the day was hot and opted for an adventure to Sillwater because of timing once everyone was ready for the day. So Sunday looked moreContinue reading “Take the Time ~ Savor the Moment ~ Go on the Adventure”

Recharge ~ Acrostic Poem

RECHARGE Release, and find rest & rejuvenation Ease emotion, enter energy Change control, become more centered Have hope AMP it up, become alive again Revamp by recreating rituals & routines Give grace, get gratitude Each day\’s end begins anew, envelope yourself with excitement

Finding a New Way to Write ~ Acrostic Poem Style

I have been enjoying some creative poem writing lately. I have found a joy in creating acrostic poems. The idea came to me through the Abundant Mama Program and Peace Circle. Each month there is a theme and we are given a word to turn into an acrostic poem. It can be as simple asContinue reading “Finding a New Way to Write ~ Acrostic Poem Style”

Making More of My Morning Ritual

I have been working on finding a morning ritual that works well with the season I am in. One that allows me to dig in deeper, connect with God, and carry with me through the day. Something that works with my own natural flow and rhythm. My morning ritual is something that I want toContinue reading “Making More of My Morning Ritual”

The Need for a Schedule

I have always been a planner and an organizer. I have my pen and paper calendar that goes with me in the diaper bag. I have my wall calendar for all to see. I even have a weekly activities calendar and menu on the fridge. When my oldest was born we fell into a routineContinue reading “The Need for a Schedule”

Losing Your Identity in Motherhood

Before we had kids I was a wife, a teacher, and me. I knew who I was, where I was, and where I was headed. I also knew that one day, we wanted to grow our family. When you bring kids into the picture things change within you. Maybe you don\’t notice it right away,Continue reading “Losing Your Identity in Motherhood”