I've been a big fan of MixandMatchMama for a while now. She's an adoptive mama, lives in the great state of Texas AND makes the most delicious (and easy) meals! This morning I was reading her What's Up Wednesday post and thought it sounded like a lot of fun, so I decided to join in! 1. What We're Eating This Week... It just so happens I made one of our favorite meals by MixandMatchMama on Monday. It's so simple and so delicious. Her Sweet Corn Chicken Tostadas are always a hit! Continue Reading
Four Things I Learned In August
Writing Is My Offering There's several reasons this space has been silent this summer. For starters, I wanted the summer to be about making memories with Jackson. I wanted to fill each day with activities, giggles and good times. But aside from being intentional with my son, I knew there was another reason I needed to pull back. I realized more and more that my worth was getting too wrapped up in the words I write. I had to step back and remember that God doesn't love me for the number Continue Reading
To My Son {On Your First Day of PreK}
Look at you; standing there with your contagious smile, backpack swung over your shoulder and joy in your eyes. It's school day; it's finally here. You're starting PreK. This isn't your first first day of school, but something about today feels different. It's a big milestone; a major turning point. In May I was uncertain. I didn't know if you'd be ready. But this summer you've blown us away. You've found your voice and you're on your way to great things. Have I told you how Continue Reading
Where We Go To Breathe {And the Difference a Year Makes}
We waited all summer to sink our toes into the powdered-sugar sand. It's hard to believe our week at the beach has already come to an end. I'm not sure how I acquired my love for sand and salt water. Growing up I spent summers in the cool mountain air of Colorado. My parents just aren't beach people; but it has become my happy place. Jackson's too. He's quite the little beach bum. We've been home less than 48 hours and he's already asking to go back. Maybe we should relocate? Destin Continue Reading
Four Reasons I’m Feeling Frazzled
I'm Packing For Our Florida Vacation I'm knee-deep in swimsuits and tank tops. I'm crossing things off my lists (yes, I said lists. I'm that Type-A). And did I mention I loathe packing? Like, I just want to cry as I stare at my empty suitcase. I always take way too much stuff. Last summer I told John, next year I just need shorts and t-shirts. Nothing fancy. He reminded me of my words on Monday. I went through the piles of clothes on my bed several times before narrowing it down to just Continue Reading