Although we only moved a few miles from where we used to live, the past few weeks have felt like a new beginning. A fresh start. A chance to make sure my priorities are straight. I feel like being a mama and carpooling and playing intense games of Hungry, Hungry Hippo are enough. I don't feel a crazy amount of pressure to produce blog posts and I rarely think about building a platform. I've sadly wasted too much time thinking my identity and worth were wrapped up in my writing. This Continue Reading
What If He Won’t Eat the PB&J
I've been making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches daily for at least two years. I'm serious. The sandwiches have been our saving grace. There are some days Jackson eats one for lunch and dinner. I've often complained about having to make another PB&J. Today I'm wishing I would have kept my mouth shut. PB&J is pretty much the only thing Jackson eats consistently and he hasn't touched his sandwich the past few days. Maybe he's just burnt out. I'd totally understand Continue Reading
Six Things I Learned in April
It's been quite around here this month. I had every intention to write and a blog calendar filled with ideas, but it just didn't happen. I blame it on our move. Between trying to settle in to our new home and doing a lot more driving to and from school/appointments there just aren't enough hours in the day. It's taken some time to get adjusted to our new schedule. But this little break made me realize something... There Will Be Plenty of Time to Blog Jackson starts kindergarten in August Continue Reading
Our Forever Family
Sunday we will celebrate being a Forever Family. The day will likely include donuts for breakfast, a few gifts, church and lots of family time. Jackson has requested a trip to the zoo, but it's supposed to rain all weekend. We'll most likely end up at the toy store or the movie theater. He's been wanting to see the new Disney movie Born In China. Whatever we end up doing, our Gotcha Day is all about celebrating adoption and the amazing story God wrote for our family. Below is an excerpt from Continue Reading
Five Minute Friday {Empty}
I feel like I should write something profound and holy on this Good Friday. But if I'm being honest, I've had several moments this week where I've felt empty. Special needs parenting will do that to you. Wednesday morning I sat on my bed trying to catch my breath between big, ugly sobs. I was physically and emotionally exhausted. Moving into a new home and adjusting to a crazy new schedule had me overwhelmed. For the next six weeks my days will be spent in the car, shuffling Continue Reading