finding beauty, confidence, and rest in motherhood
Last week I took this picture of my sweet boy. I sent it out on Facebook asking for prayers as Dominic, Max, and I were on our way to the children’s hospital to meet an orthopedic surgeon to discuss Max’s double thumb. I was pretty nervous, hospitals are for sick people and my baby […]
I’m constantly inspired by Anna and I’m sure after reading more about her, you will be too! She’s always whipping up awesome crafts and planning fun activities with her girls … all while managing a home and career. Love you, Anna!!! – – – – – Hi! I’m Anna. I’m married to my wonderful husband […]
I initially wrote this post for Danielle of Danfredo Rivera when she was on her honeymoon! It’s all about wedding love and how I just adore weddings. Dominic, always jokes with me that I’m just a lover of love. And it’s true! Weddings and all they represent are just so lovely! – – – – […]
Firmoo is a fabulous website for all my four-eyed friends. You simple select your frames, virtually try them on by uploading a photo, input your prescription information, and ta-da … new frames in your mailbox! Firmoo has a special promotion too – “First Pair Free For New Customers“, quite the deal if you ask me! […]
For this edition of Toddler Eats I’m excited to host a joint giveaway with Natural Parents Network where I volunteer as a monthly author. Read on for details! – – – – – This is a joint giveaway with That Mama Gretchen and Natural Parents Network. You may enter at one site only. Please find […]
For years my sister Katie planned to become a veterinarian. As a child she executed her plan by joining 4-H, reading about dog anatomy, and collecting as many stuffed dogs as she could. In her little girl mind I think she wanted to decorate her office with a swarm of furry dogs! Recently we found […]
I woke up this morning to a crying toddler distraught about the movie she wanted to watch. “Moo! Moo!” she shrieked. I gathered my bearings as she shoved my glasses onto my face – upside down. I responded with a whisper, reminding her that our baby was still sleeping, only to see that the “moo” […]
While the lovely Leah went on a trip this summer I had to chance to cover her space in blog land. I opted to share an addicting recipe that just so happened to be a big winner with someone other than my family and I too. Wonder who? Read on :) Oh, and Leah sent […]
Oh, sweet boy. Where to begin? This month, like all the months to come, have been too darn precious. You are flashing smiles like no one’s business and you love tummy time. It’s so fun to see you growing more and more each day. The rolls are roll-erific! Anywhere and everywhere – you have them! […]
Have you discovered Savannah Smiles? It’s a pretty fabulous place full of encouragement and joy. Earlier this year Savannah started a feature called The Real Housewives Project which is totally real and awesome! In March, I shared my two cents – hope you like checking out my dirty dishes :) Just keepin’ it real! – […]
The last two months have been quite the adventure. Daily I find myself thinking up little pep talks to encourage myself through the day … You can do this, Gretchen. You can. Really You know, some people have twins … that would be much harder. Take some deep breathes, nap time is in less than […]