finding beauty, confidence, and rest in motherhood
So, being true to myself in this crazy role of mothering I’m a little behind. But I still wanted to jump in and prove that I actually get dressed on occasion. Like twice in two days! Thanks for the inspiration, Deanna! tank, nordstrom | cardi, target | jeans, citizens of humanity via consignment | sandals, […]
More than any other experience in my life, becoming a mother has changed me. It’s breathtaking to look at these babies. The ones who started so small, grew in my belly and still, many days, cling to me tightly as we adventure through life together. My Jemma and Max are precious. They light up my […]
Oh, Raffi, you have a song for every life event. What would we do without you? With the unfortunate events of Dominic’s unemployment, we’ve been blessed with some extra family time these last few weeks. Gotta look on the bright side! Most of this time has been dedicated to projects at home, although I keep […]
This little man brings so much joy to my heart. He is a constant source of snuggles and smiles and the bond growing between he and Jemma is absolutely darling. They are the sweetest brother and sister pair I know! Ever since he was born, I’ve believed that Max is a very old soul. Sometimes […]
Buying a home ain’t no simple thing. Most days I’m still reeling a bit that this place is actually ours. I mean, aren’t we mere 20 year old love birds just graduating from college? Oh, no, that’s right, we’re turning 27 this year and have added two bambinos to our clan! Awhile back I mentioned […]
AWARD WINNING CHILIBrought to you by Lauren from The Crafty Ginger INGREDIENTS 2 lbs ground beef, browned & drained 2 cans each of Kidney Beans, Red Beans & Black Beans (with the juice) 1 jar each of spicy & original Tabasco chili seasoning (we buy this at hy-vee) DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients together & cook […]
With Mother’s Day just four weeks away, I’m kind of impressed that I’ve got all my ducks in a row. We’re planning an excursion to the zoo — again, because it has become Jemma’s happy place. And what is Mother’s Day if it isn’t about making your babies extra happy. I mean, this day wouldn’t […]
I think we’ve all read Tina Fey’s Prayer of a Realistic Mother, right? Oh .. you haven’t? Get on that, girl! And then, enjoy Leah’s version of a prayer for her son (and my prayer little Max too)! She whipped it up during one of her no show conferences the other week. Pure genius. And […]
a portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013 Jemma / / / XOXO sweet girl, Mama could swoon over you all day long. Max / / / Plaid shorts? Little piggies in the grass? We can’t wait for summer! Jemma / / / In Jem’s world, veggies are currently only consumed […]
Lately, bed time has been like clock work around here. Pajamas, teeth, stories, Bible, prayers, milk and then lights out. Max at 7pm and Jem by 7:30pm. It’s glorious. We’re raising little sleep lovers around these parts. Once everyone is tucked in Dominic begins a house project or snuggles himself onto the couch and I […]
I promise, as soon as I get my hair cut I’ll back way off on all this talk about my long hair woes and short hair ideas and how annoying my bangs have gotten and where-oh-where could my perfect hairdresser be … It’s just kind of consuming me right now. Every night I crawl into […]