In recent months, I’ve been learning about awareness and putting it into practice. Where being fully present meets my emotions and feelings head on, where escape and numbing aren’t worth it anymore. Awareness has become a precious companion on this journey. Part fruit, part gift. A result from the heart work that’s hard work, and … Continue reading Awake + Aware
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Hello Darkness, My Old Friend
This week’s title is the opening line to a well-known song, “The Sound of Silence.” Maybe you enjoy the version by Simon & Garfunkel, or maybe Disturbed’s cover is more your style. As a mom to 4, I’m most familiar with the Trolls version. (Cue the whole soundtrack.) Maybe it’s the seasons changing or maybe … Continue reading Hello Darkness, My Old Friend
Inviting Adoption Back to the Table
I love bringing you a different guest blog each month… this one is from Chelsea Winfield! I met Chelsea when we lived in Sequim, WA many years ago. She is the founder and owner of Amma’s Umma, my favorite place to shop ethically while supporting a great cause. Chelsea is an amazing mom, inspiring others … Continue reading Inviting Adoption Back to the Table
A Few of My Favorite Things: June
June has been a busy one! From the end of school and baseball season, to multiple birthdays and various appointments… AND we are leaving in 5 days for our second cross-country move! In case you missed it, we’re moving from Pennsylvania to California!! We are so excited for this next season but I’m not going … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things: June
Stay the Course (Part 2)
Apparently I’ve already posted a “Stay the Course” blog, so here’s part 2! Our home has seen its share of emotional rollercoasters in the past few weeks. There are some big changes on the horizon, and we are slowly moving toward them. It’s happy and sad and scary and amazing all at once. But beyond … Continue reading Stay the Course (Part 2)
A Few of My Favorite Things: April
Books: When God Says "No" by Elizabeth Laing Thompson – It's an honor to be on the launch team for Elizabeth's newest book, which releases on May 1st! This book was such a timely read for me... I enjoyed Elizabeth's style of writing, how she brought Bible stories to life while speaking courage to my … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things: April
A Road Called Recovery
My teenage daughter had oral surgery a few weeks ago. She had an impacted tooth that required extraction before it did damage to her other teeth or her sinuses. It had taken months to decide on a treatment plan. There were multiple orthodontist appointments, second opinions, and having to find a new oral surgeon in … Continue reading A Road Called Recovery
My Race to Run 