Category: Life

  • 6 TIPS :: taking meals to others

    6 TIPS :: taking meals to others

    As a new mama, one of the very biggest blessings was when someone would contact me and say, “I’m making you a meal. When can I stop by?” First of all, let me just kiss your feet because food has always been one of my big stress points after having babies. YOU MEAN I’M SUPPOSED TO…

  • family chat :: summer craziness + leaning in

    It’s time for a family chat. You know, those times when you just have to pull everyone into a huddle and update them on certain things? Yep. Consider yourself pulled into this huddle. Sometimes people stop by this blog just to get a recipe or tutorial – they’re like the guests. Always welcome, of course,…

  • that time I almost died

    that time I almost died

    “It will be fun,” they said. “You will love it,” they said. But I almost died. Really, truly died. This is the story of how something almost killed me. It’s also a story illustrating the importance of using correct names for things. FOR EXAMPLE: Something should never be called a ‘pal’ if it truly is…

  • jolted // thoughts on eternity

    jolted // thoughts on eternity

    On Saturday morning, I woke up discouraged. Depressed would probably be a more accurate word to use. For the past couple weeks, we’ve had a break from my husband’s school schedule. Plus, he’s had days off because of the holidays. Let’s just say I’ve enjoyed it. Immensely. Saturday was the last day off before the dreaded “normal” week…

  • lately.

    lately.

    After posting every day in October, I feel like I haven’t written at all here lately. And I’ve really missed it. But since writing isn’t something I have to do – like taking care of my sweet littles, cleaning toilets, and cooking is – well, I just don’t always take time for it. Anyway, I just thought I’d share…