2019 will always be the year I had my baby girl. She came to us “late” but early this year in February. Such a sweet gift and perfect addition to our family. I just finished playing with my son, laying beside each other laughing inside his tent. There’s nothing that fills my heart so muchContinue reading “2019- Year in Review”
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What I wish They Told Me Before Having 2 Kids under 2
Here’s what I wish “they” would’ve told me before I had 2 kids under 2. Fall and Christmas plates & decor come back in season before you know it. Just leave them out! 🙂 You might feel like you are required to be the energizer bunny & pulled in many directions, but just breathe. It.will.all.come.together!Continue reading “What I wish They Told Me Before Having 2 Kids under 2”
What Type of Parent I am
I’ve had the amazing realization of what kind of parent I should be this week. I want to start by saying that I have a reallly compassionate heart and I remember what it was like to be a tenderhearted kid. So, I guess I’ve always wondered how I would parent. I figured that I wouldContinue reading “What Type of Parent I am”
Why People Think MLMs are BAD for Women
What a title, eh? Nope, I’m not Canadian! My passion for (true) feminism is what led me to write this article. MLMS have a stigma, to say the least. I’ve never paid too much attention to stigmas, especially when it comes to something I have solidly thought through, talked through with a few close peopleContinue reading “Why People Think MLMs are BAD for Women”
Becoming what I wanted to be when I grew up
I have been doing my dream job for the past 8 years. Since the age of 12, I dreamed of growing up to be a missionary. An African Children’s Choir came to our church and my family hosted two boys. It was such an amazing time. We had so much fun and I was deeplyContinue reading “Becoming what I wanted to be when I grew up”
To the One
For being a courageous person, I haven’t felt very fear-less lately. Haven’t felt like stepping out. And along with that, my goal of using this as a platform to hear others’ voices, a chorus of courageous ones together has not been happening. In fact, I’ve failed to post someone’s blog who accepted my invitation toContinue reading “To the One”
Postpartum Bliss
I’ve gotta write this down. It’s entitled “Postpartum Bliss” because that’s what this season has been. And it’s so starkly different than my first experience, struggling so deeply with undiagnosed postpartum depression. Part of me feels like I’m holding my breath, having squeaked by the first 6 weeks with only low moments, that I’m able to come outContinue reading “Postpartum Bliss”
An Open Note from a Very Pregnant Lady
Written January 25, 2019, 2 days before my daughter’s due date. If I see one more self-righteous, shock factor pro-life photo or statement. Listen, I’m as pro-life as they come. I’ve had a huge heart for babies who are unwanted and moreso a passion for mamas who are facing pregnancy that is unexpected and perhapsContinue reading “An Open Note from a Very Pregnant Lady”
Fear’s Words- Post by Hannah Rosenboom
This is a guest post, or you could say a “re-blog with permission” from Hannah Rosenboom of Sincerely Hannah. Find original post and blog here. This specific writing of hers hit me so hard that I immediately wrote to ask if I could have her guest post like, right now on my blog and ifContinue reading “Fear’s Words- Post by Hannah Rosenboom”
How I Prepare for Labor & Birth- Homebirth or Hospital
Hello friends! I’m here with another topic that requires courage! Labor & birth. I am 30 weeks along with my 2nd baby and starting to prepare for labor & her birth. This post is inspired by my conversations with many amazing moms who have had many amazing different birth stories. I love gaining tips fromContinue reading “How I Prepare for Labor & Birth- Homebirth or Hospital”
courage is in the leap 