As mothers, we're often told that our children give us their worst behavior because they feel safest with us. Largely, that is true. Our kids should feel the most safe when they are with their parents. It's one of the greatest responsibilities we have to them. The world, while fun and exciting, can be a … Continue reading On being (and having) a safe space…
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On transient motherhood…
I'm what some people would call a "millenial mom". Not because of my age (god, no. I'm much too old to be a true Millenial), but because of the age of my children. Many of my daughters' friends have parents that are ten or more years younger than me, which means many of my own … Continue reading On transient motherhood…
On getting ahead of myself…
It's bedtime on the evening of November 1st. Officially the first day of the Thanksgiving season. Normally, I'm the person that gets wildly bent out of shape when stores start selling their Christmas wares before Halloween. Every holiday deserves it's own moment. ALL HOLIDAYS MATTER, DAMMIT! The fall and winter holidays are set up especially … Continue reading On getting ahead of myself…
On living my truth….
Ever since we moved to southern Japan earlier this year, I've taken my yoga practice much more seriously. I started practicing in earnest back in 2013. I was going through some really intense personal things, both good and bad, and yoga was a way for me to invest in me and wrestle through those things … Continue reading On living my truth….
On wanting what I have….
Yesterday was Mother's Day. I wanted to write yesterday, but never got around to it. My family took me for a long brunch after church (where the mimosa tureen never got refilled and, for that, I will never forgive the staff) then we came home and I nursed my youngest down for a nap before … Continue reading On wanting what I have….
On being miraculously average…
I'm old. Let's get that straight right out of the gate. I'm old...on paper, at least. I turned 37 this year and shortly before my birthday, I gave birth to my second (and last) baby. When I think about the fact that I'm never going to be pregnant again, I get a bit wistful. … Continue reading On being miraculously average…
On proving myself…
As a mother, I do a LOT in one day. Sadly, there's often little to show for it. Every time I get one mess under control, another has appeared. As soon as the dishwasher is unloaded, it needs to get loaded again. One load of laundry goes in the dryer and two more suddenly need … Continue reading On proving myself…
On knowing who I am.
It's been a hell of a few months for me. Since March of this year, I have experienced the most stress of my entire life. I gave birth to our second baby, moved to Colorado, rehomed my dogs, then moved to Japan, lived in a hotel for a few weeks, moved into a … Continue reading On knowing who I am.
On lessons in retrograde…
The birth of our second daughter is looming large (as am I...holy crap, I feel GIGANTIC). Our first was born at 38 weeks and 3 days...that would be tomorrow if this one decides to make the same appearance. I spent a lot of time during my first pregnancy thinking and writing about all the … Continue reading On lessons in retrograde…
On eating it all up…
Thanksgiving is nearly upon us and now that Mothra has finally eased up on me, my pregnancy appetite is finally starting to kick into high gear. With my first pregnancy, I craved a lot of really healthy foods...I drank fruit and spinach smoothies like it was my job (technically, I guess it was) and stayed … Continue reading On eating it all up…
Use. The. Clutch. 