The following is our story walking through miscarriage. I wrote everything as we were going through it. It might feel a bit rambling and disjointed at parts, but hey, that is the sound of grief. My heart literally feels like it is on fire. My stomach feels empty and dead. My vision feels blurry from…… Continue reading Our Story of Miscarriage
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Mother’s Day Reflections
I have a confession: on my first Mother’s Day (last year) I was not very kind to my sweet husband. Looking back on that day, we had a great day celebrating with both of our moms, but I can still remember the way we ended the day on my own bitterness with unmet and very…… Continue reading Mother’s Day Reflections
The Perfect Quarantine Weekend
It is no secret that I am ready for life to return to some semblance of normalcy, but there are definitely a few things that I want to stay the same even after quarantine. One being an open weekend. Typically, our weekend plans are so filled to the brim with plans and things to do. …… Continue reading The Perfect Quarantine Weekend
Embracing Process Over Outcome
Last Monday, Hudson and I attempted to make homemade noodles. Like a lot of things in my life, I had a picture of what the outcome would look like. In my head, it looked almost identical to the perfect noodles pictured in Joanna Gaines’ cookbook. Let’s just say they looked nothing like the picture. While…… Continue reading Embracing Process Over Outcome
Small Joys in Quarantine Pt. 2
I found the process of naming the little things in my day that are bringing the joy to be incredibly helpful. It reminds me. It points me to the blessings all around me. It grounds me. Naming the ordinary joys I interact with on a daily basis grounds my head and heart from the ever-present…… Continue reading Small Joys in Quarantine Pt. 2
Small Joys in Quarantine Pt. 1
I am going to be real honest here. I am over this. I am over staying at home. I am over not getting to see my family and friends. I am over hearing the words cancelled and uncertain. I am over wearing a mask to get our weekly groceries. I am over it. I truly…… Continue reading Small Joys in Quarantine Pt. 1
Easter 2020 Reflections
I woke up Easter morning feeling a bit sad. I was sad because I knew we would not be going to Easter church service. I was sad to not see extended family. I was just generally sad that Easter could not be celebrated in the way we normally would. And so the first couple hours…… Continue reading Easter 2020 Reflections
5 Easter At-Home Activities Your Toddler Will Love
Easter celebrations are likely going to feel quite different for most of this year. There will be no bunny photos or large egg hunts or dressing up in our Sunday’s best for Easter service. In a lot of ways, Easter this year will be quite simple. They will be quiet, without the rush and bustle…… Continue reading 5 Easter At-Home Activities Your Toddler Will Love
12 Things to Do at Home with an Active Toddler
I know we each are affected by the coronavirus in very different ways. Some in life-changing types of ways, and others in smaller disappointments. I know there is this temptation to down-play our own feelings right now, with the preface of with everything going on, it feels silly to… or I know others have it…… Continue reading 12 Things to Do at Home with an Active Toddler
Easy St. Patrick’s Day Activities with a Toddler
With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, I wanted to share a few very simple activities you could do at home with toddlers! I must admit, I have never been a big St. Patrick’s Day fan. It is definitely not a holiday I get super excited about or even decorate the home for, but…… Continue reading Easy St. Patrick’s Day Activities with a Toddler
This Mama Needs Grace 