finding beauty, confidence, and rest in motherhood
Spring Ride by thatmamag featuring a black hat Click the mini photos to see details and links! I jumped ship to Polyvore for my favorite things collage – if you haven’t polyvored yet, you must. It’s kind of addicting and all sorts of fun. So, my current favorites … the earrings are my new daily […]
Last year I just wanted to feel settled. We had moved twice and Max was still a newbie. I was tired and worn and needed the year to be calm; restorative. Thankfully, it was. Here’s the best of 2013. I’m extremely hopeful for this upcoming year. I love making lists and organizing my thought; planning […]
I’m sure I’ll say this every year, but this Christmas season has been magical. Jemma’s excitement has warmed all of our hearts and we can’t wait for this evening when we bake Jesus’ birthday cake and exchange gifts. I wish I could mail you all a Christmas card, because truly, you’re all friends and […]
One of my favorite things to read on other blogs is a highlight of popular posts. For awhile I’ve highlighted mine in the {retired} lil’ “Best Of” tab that used to be up top. So, I thought I’d post them today. Some of these posts were barely read and others were most popular (when it […]
Attended the most beautiful bridal shower on Sunday – aren’t these centerpieces presh? And oh the macaroons that were there (not pictured, obviously because they were all eaten). Kind of obsessed with pistachio and almond ones. Then today, we went swimming and saw a mermaid – Jemma was thrilled! Chelsea commented on my […]
What a year 2012 has been! More than I could have ever imagined for sure. Looking back, I feel so blessed. Blessed by my son and the journey we took for him to join our family and all other other surprises along the way. Here’s a recap of all the year’s highlights … In […]
One of my dearest friends is an amazing writer. She’s darn hilarious too and I’m so excited to welcome her to That Mama Gretchen! As her schedule allows, she’s planning to pop in with a guest post here and there – so keep your eye out for her fabulous posts! There is no better place to […]
I totally forgot … Jemma and Daddy went shopping together and ordered me this adorable necklace for my birthday. Of course, mine will say “Jemma” and I CAN’T WAIT FOR IT TO GET HERE!!!