The kids go back to school tomorrow! I find it a little hard to believe that I have a 2nd, 3rd & 4th grader now. We just wrapped up a quick house tidy as a family. Mac and Car put away clean clothes, picked up dirty clothes, and helped put away toys. CC picked up … Continue reading ‘Twas the Night Before 2nd, 3rd & 4th Grade
Christmas Traditions
I love everything about this time of year. The weather. The decorations. The drinks and treats. I love giving gifts to people I care about. I love watching my sons experience magic and wonder and creating Christmas Traditions as a family. This season is truly most special seeing it through their eyes! Our sons are … Continue reading Christmas Traditions
When Life Feels Overwhelming
Life feels overwhelming at the moment. At the end of every week, I find myself muttering, "oh, what a week." Week after week after week. I am currently working a hybrid schedule, where I work in the office 50% time and at home 50% time. This has certainly been an adjustment, but I am enjoying … Continue reading When Life Feels Overwhelming
Housekeeping and Motherhood: Reflections from Our First Foster Care Surprise Visit
Let's talk housekeeping and motherhood. Do you often look around your house wondering what exploded in there and when? Dishes piled in the sink. Dirty clothes piled on the bedroom floor. Toys strewn about everywhere. How about those markers and dirty handprints on the walls? The dust accumulating on the blinds? By the way, when … Continue reading Housekeeping and Motherhood: Reflections from Our First Foster Care Surprise Visit