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Month: August 2018

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To My Darling Second Child

August 31, 2018September 9, 2018 aileneshots2 Comments

To my darling second child, You have surprised us with joy. Our lives moved forward with no knowledge of your existence for a little over a month. It was sweet for this planning-everything-to-a-T kinda mama, to have something so completely beyond her, come into being without her knowledge. Thank you for choosing us. I'm feeling… Continue reading To My Darling Second Child

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A Book Recommendation: Words Unspoken by Elizabeth Musser

August 23, 2018August 24, 2018 aileneshots

I just finished a captivating read and thought- I need to do some book recommendations on the blog! I am an avid reader and adore historical fiction. My preference is to read a book that takes my heart from the place which I started and deposits me into a new place. Forever changed from what… Continue reading A Book Recommendation: Words Unspoken by Elizabeth Musser

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Goals for a Healthier Life

August 13, 2018 aileneshots

Hello, courageous friends! Today's post is about my goals this next year for a healthier life. I've spent the past 2 weeks with all of 3 of my siblings and parents. Many times, our topic of conversation has centered around nutrition and cutting out sugar. We've talked about how it helps us emotionally, mentally &… Continue reading Goals for a Healthier Life

Health Products · Self Care

An Easy Way to Combat Pregnancy Insomnia

August 12, 2018August 12, 2018 aileneshots

Hello, courageous ones! Have you ever suffered from aches & pains while trying to sleep? I have! In fact, during pregnancy, it is even harder for me to sleep. Especially in the second and third trimesters as everything is stretching and growing! I've been wanting to share this post for awhile, but was freshly reminded… Continue reading An Easy Way to Combat Pregnancy Insomnia

Guest Post on Another Blog · Self Care

Learning the Art of Self Care

August 1, 2018August 1, 2018 aileneshots

As a mother, I have never ever struggled with getting a shower in or eating food. Not because of motherhood, anyway. You see, before mammahood came and blessed me, I realized my dire need for practicing the art of self care. And it is an art! I was realizing a pattern of depression and also… Continue reading Learning the Art of Self Care

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