finding beauty, confidence, and rest in motherhood
Today kicks off Jemma’s journey into the world! Last year, she spent September 30th, October 1st, and October 2nd making her way from her home in my belly to her home in my arms. It took quite awhile, but every moment was worth it. She has grown to be such a healthy, sweet girl and […]
Our week has been so busy getting ready for the One-derland party, but we took a small break to embrace Jemma’s pending milestone. What better way to celebrate a 1st birthday than with a new hair do! May I present, Jemma’s bang twist … Her new SQUINT and SMILE I’m pretty sure only little girls […]
I’m real excited to share this recipe today! I’ve been playing around with pulled pork in the crockpot for awhile, trying to perfect my skill, and I finally did. It’s easy and amazing and perfect for a quick family dinner, poker night, potluck, and it’s even better as leftovers! That Mama Gretchen’s Pulled Pork – […]
Fee over at It Won’t Be Like This For Long recently shared this lovely quote: When you buy from boutiques and small businesses you are not helping a CEO buy a third vacation home, you are helping: a mom put food on the table, a little girl finally get those dance lessons, a little boy […]
I just wrapped up my grocery list for the party … Lots of kid friendly treats with a few adult-approved favorites :) I wanted to forgo silverware so everything is finger friendly since that is Jem’s favorite way to eat! Here’s what we’ll be serving at Jemma’s One-derland: SANDWICHES The Mad Hatter’s PB & J […]
Today I held a fresh baby, just a touch over 24 hours old. Priceless. He is beautiful and it reminded me so much of the little baby Jemma once was – the squishy face, the baby breathe, the little squeaks. He was born just yesterday and belongs to one of my dearest friends. A number […]
The last few nights I’ve been up until midnight … right now, 11:27. Even though I promised Dominic I would head to bed by 11. You see, being home with Jemma is perfect. All except for the few moments peace that every mother needs – that’s nonexistent. Unless it happens late. When I should be […]
Apericots is an eco friendly clothing company creating one-of-a-kind goods for your little monkey, all while saving the planet by using eco-friendly materials and standards. I’m pretty close to obsessed with cute kid tees. I love being able to dress Jemma in clothes that are adorable, but not cheesy. Take this for instance – fulfills […]
It’s true – I copied this Pinterest tutorial for my head scarf Just in case you were curious about That Mama Gretchen … here’s a little more about me! Feel free to copy the questions and comment with your post if you do it too! A. age :: twenty five on October 5th B. […]
Jemma explores. So many adventures to be had with this little one! I love being home with her.
source I have loved this verse for a long time It’s such a comfort to know that in the good and in the bad it’s the Lord who is directing my life