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 developing an addiction…
I haven't written for months, I think. I keep wanting to write. I keep having ideas of things to write about. And then when it comes down to actually doing the writing? I just...can't. I wonder if writing is like a habit. Like, if you just do it x-number of times, it starts to come … Continue reading On developing an addiction…
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 knowing I have plenty…
It's the new year and I've decided to try two new personal projects for 2017: 1. Don't buy anything that isn't necessary. 2. Do ten minutes of yoga every day. Surprisingly (to me), it's the second one that's been the most challenging so far. I've done yoga once since January 1st. ONCE. I have carved … Continue reading On knowing I have plenty…
On the depths of my soul…
It's exactly one week until my favorite day of the year. It's better than my birthday. Better than Valentines Day. Christmas Eve is my favorite day of the year. When I was younger, Christmas Day ruled all. I think that's true for a lot of us. As children, we look forward to presents and Santa … Continue reading On the depths of my soul…
On wanting what I have…
With only two-ish weeks left in the year (and thank God for that), I've started thinking about New Years resolutions. I do this every year. But the last ten or so years, my resolutions are more about deleting something from my life than about adding. One year, I vowed to go to chain restaurants as … Continue reading On wanting what I have…
On learning life lessons…
I've had pets for almost as long as I can remember. My family got our first cat when I was probably ten years old. It was a huge error in judgment on my part...I didn't realize that once you feed a feral cat, he will continue to come back for more food. But he was … Continue reading On learning life lessons…
On ruining a meal…
When it comes to cooking, I don't fail often. Part of that stems from the fact that I'm not terribly adventurous in the kitchen. I'm a far braver baker than cook. So when I fail at cooking, I fail hard. There are a few instances I can choose from...the time I set my oven on fire … Continue reading On ruining a meal…
Sunday Brain Dump
This month, I'm going to use Sundays as brain dumb days. I don't even have the energy to come up with a marginally clever title. If I find something of importance or value to say, I will. If I don't, that's fine, too. Sometimes it's nice to just ramble. I'm 22 weeks pregnant right now … Continue reading Sunday Brain Dump
Use. The. Clutch. 