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”
Tag Archives: Self Care
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”
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”
A Change, A Catalyst, A Step Forward
7 years ago I found myself at a spot that I never thought I would be. We wanted to start a family. I found out just before Christmas 2010 that I was pregnant. At the end of January we lost our daughter, 17 weeks into the pregnancy. No sooner had we found out andContinue reading “A Change, A Catalyst, A Step Forward”
My 2018 Word & Phrase
Every year since 2011, I decide on my word and/phrase for the year. I don\’t do resolutions only because I am always setting goals and the mini goals I need to complete to get there. Once I complete a goal, I build on it and make a new one. But why a word? Or phrase? Continue reading “My 2018 Word & Phrase”
Sometimes You Just Need a Tune Up
The kids and I got to talking today about how sometimes we need a tune up, kind of like a car does. We got on the topic because I was talking about maybe going to the chiropractor. I have been working hard on getting myself into better health. My posture has been a long processContinue reading “Sometimes You Just Need a Tune Up”
Self-Care Ideas
Go for a walk Go for a run Sit on the porch Sit in the quiet Be outside Sit by the water Read Workout Watch funny animal videos Play a card game or word game Grab a coffee or tea, homemade or favorite coffee shop Pedicures and Manicures Get your hair done Watch your favoriteContinue reading “Self-Care Ideas”
Self – Care ~ What Does Mama Need?
How many times have you heard the phrase, \”Be sure to take time for yourself. Self-care is so important, especially once you are a mom.\” I can tell you I have heard it a lot and am hearing it more often. What is self-care? How do I fit it in? What do you do forContinue reading “Self – Care ~ What Does Mama Need?”
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