finding beauty, confidence, and rest in motherhood
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
Jemma had a special request – an Alice costume for her party.With a few kisses and hugs for her Mimi, Jemma’s wish was granted! She knew an Alice dress was a little above her mama’s sewing skills – maybe by next year I’ll be able to sew something more than a square :) One of […]
Have you had a chance to visit Sweet Days with Elle and Mia? Keri-Anne is a real dear and I adore her two girls. Miss Elle will soon be 3 – eek! How time flies! I definitely recommend reading her love story and checking out these gorgeous photos, the dress Elle is wearing is similar […]
Danielle and her family are stepping out in faith to adopt a sweet, little baby into their family. Visit her blog, Take Heart, to read more and enter the fabulous fundraiser giveaway bundles. This is what Danielle wrote …when i pray for this baby, not knowing what gender he or she will be, not knowing […]