”Rhett often watches me in amazement when I work out. He always says ‘I don’t know how you do that,’ so I just said, ‘Why don’t you give it a try!’ Read More
Mom Creates Cartoons That Nail the Hilarity of Pregnancy and Motherhood
There are countless other moms out there with leaky nursing boobs, babies who freak you out by rolling under furniture, and who struggle to shave their legs over their pregnant belly. That sort of humorous validation is the breath of fresh air we all need. Read More
Children Crash Dad’s BBC Interview: Hilarity Ensues
We’ve all been there. Whether it’s trying to use the restroom in peace or attempting to take a conference call for work, our kids have a deep sense for when we need the most quiet.
If we’ve learned anything from this family’s mistakes, it’s this: lock the door. Read More
Five Ways My Miscarriages Changed Me
Those years of grief won’t be forgotten, and neither will those lives. I’m certain I’ll always remember their due dates, and the order of siblings that would have been, had we been allowed to have our children. I’m okay with reflecting on the dark times and feeling twinges of that familiar heartache. It gets easier, but it never goes away. It’s fitting to grieve what will never be. Read More
Notes on the Seasons of Motherhood
What I’m learning, though, is that each of these seasons prepares me for the next. While I may not enjoy my doubting season, it gives me an impetus to explore what I believe about mothering, marriage, faith, and friendships. When I do this, I’m better able to solidify my convictions and move forward with purpose. Read More
What I’m Learning About Finding My Village
I want to boldly confess something important that I’m learning as I grow: that what is more important than how I feel is being an active part of a community. I will continue to extend invitations to fill our guest room and table with those in our growing village. Although I may still have to fight the deeply ingrained cultural mindset that says if I’m uncomfortable then I won’t do it, I will do so because of the long-term benefits, for both my family unit and those who are a part of our lives. Read More
My Self-Care Secret Weapon: A Gym Membership
I had to decide that taking a step towards my own wellness was worth the time, money, and effort. That it’s not selfish to prioritize myself, at times; that it’s a necessity. The culture of mommy-martyrdom needs to be put to death. Purposefully denying ourselves things that are good for us isn’t noble; it’s unwise. It doesn’t make us better mothers. It makes us unhealthy. Read More
What a Decade of Our Marriage Looks Like
There’s soooo much trying in marriage, isn’t there? Trying times, trying to keep it together, trying to be together while trying to be separate, trying to be the best, trying just not to suck, trying to communicate, trying to be patient, trying to remember, trying to remember why we want to remember. Read More
Why We Plan Vacations Without Our Kids
When you’re giving all of yourself to raising your children, day in and day out, I believe it is both deserved and necessary to carve out extended time away so that you can focus on one another. We moms like to discuss the importance of self-care; Marriage-care should be right up there on the priority list, as well. Read More
30-Something Things I’ve Learned In 30-Something Years
As I thought back on my last 30-something years, I realized there were a few things I’ve learned that have gotten me to this spot in life. Read More