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It happened so suddenly and unexpectedly. I had waited so long for Mackenzie to finally say “Mama.” Every time I heard her say it, I’d feel a warmth in my heart. I knew I’d never get sick of hearing her sweet voice say, “Mama.” And then, out of nowhere, a few days ago…it happened. She …
Nearly two weeks into 2019, and I’m feeling like I haven’t had a hot minute to even think about my goals. I have to admit, I’m not a New Year’s resolutions kind of gal – never have been. Because the thing I find with those, is that they usually fall by the wayside, get forgotten …
I’ve been hearing that phrase, “Just like her mama,” a lot lately as Mackenzie’s personality and interests start to show up more and more every day. That’s been both my favorite and not so favorite part about the toddler years so far – watching her become her own person. It’s such a blessing and in …
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I can’t believe it’s 2019 already…where did 2018 go? I feel like every year passes by faster than the last. I figure, before I start the new year on a clean slate, I should take a minute to reflect on the top 10 memories that shaped the last year for me. 10. …
I woke up this morning to a slew of text messages from my sisters from late last night and this morning (because let’s be honest, bed time for me on a Friday night is 10 p.m. these days 🙂 ). I immediately felt uneasy and stressed. Not a great way to start a Saturday. I …
The overwhelming feeling I’ve had this entire week is guilt – not gratitude or Christmas cheer – GUILT. Between the mom guilt and the family guilt, I can’t seem to get the thought out of my head that I’m letting someone down because of my actions, my choices, my opinions. Why is it that as …
Thanks for stopping by my blog! I hope you find its contents relatable, insightful, helpful and (mildly) entertaining. Being a mom is hard work and comes with unique challenges that, honestly, I was not prepared for. Add a growing career, active and needy dog, traveling husband, and whatever else life throws at me to the …