I have a job interview tomorrow. This put me in a place I didn't expect to be. It made me feel sick to my stomach. I've cried, I've prayed and I have talked with anyone who would listen. After much discussion my husband and I have decided that I am going to pass on the interview. It isn't right for our family at this time. printable here The decision is complicated and layered. The first and most important component is that where my husband and I want me to be is at home with the kids. Me at ...
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Getting Dressed
One of the fun things about losing weight is getting dressed. After years of yoga pants, the husbands T-shirts/hoodies and a knot on top of my head, I thought it might feel good to get dressed. Not fashionista get dressed, but love-me-get-dressed. Somedays I still crave comfy--I'm pretty much always in flats and at the end of the day, practical rules. I don't always remember to take a picture of myself, but here is a collection of what I found from various points in my journey. Everything ...
What I Didn’t Expect
I have three kids Hudson, Eleanor and Quinn (1, 3, 5). For almost six years my life has revolved around them. I have spent my days at the park, the zoo, gymnastics, story time, etc. I've had morning after morning of snuggles. Hours and hours spent watching my children learn, grow, work together and love each other. I truly enjoy being home with my children and being a mom. I'm proud of the little boy I raised. He is smart, eager to learn, kind, empathetic, funny and sweet. I had my ups ...
Five Things Friday
I've declared this the summer of me! Well that sounds incredibly selfish, but it is true. I am investing in myself--guilt free. 1. It started with the braces this spring. I mean, I need them, but I typically wouldn't put myself on the list. I cannot wait to have them off and have straight teeth. I cannot believe how much of a difference there is already. I know I will be happy I did it in the long-run. Lets just say I'm kind of in an awkward stage right now ;). 2. I've also started ...
Falling In Love
I thought a lot about falling in love. I pictured someone tall, dark and handsome. I imagined it would happen once, we would get married and we would live happily ever after. And I did meet someone tall, dark and handsome and I married him. But then it happened three more times. There names are Quinn, Eleanor & Hudson. I guess I never could imagine this love. Who could? I fall more and more love with them every.single.day. There have been a couple times recently when Hudson has been ...