Guys- I really miss having time to just sit and think. I've always been a writer; keeping various journals and diaries. I've saved numerous letter correspondences, specifically those from my husband's time at boot camp because they show the marked and rapid progression of faith in Christ at work in us during that time. Perhaps … Continue reading Cultivating a Rich Thought Life with Children
Homestead Update!
We've got a lot of irons in the fire right now as we gear up for spring time. Gardening We've started tomatoes, peppers, and onions indoors to be transplanted after the last frost. Chickens We lost a total of 6 birds this year, the bulk of them to hawks or other unidentified wildlife. That said, … Continue reading Homestead Update!
MTHFR, Adrenal Fatigue, and Postpartum Anxiety
The body is not just the meat suit we walk around in. We're physical, mental, and eternal spiritual beings. Our Creator knit us together in a complex combination of systems that are interdependent on one another to function. If you don't believe me, try having a sore pinkie toe; that seemingly insignificant appendage can entirely … Continue reading MTHFR, Adrenal Fatigue, and Postpartum Anxiety
Creating a Family Schedule
Since we brought home our 4th child about 7 weeks ago, (and really even before that) our family life has been a hodgepodge of inconsistencies. We had bits and pieces of daily routines that shifted and changed based on our mood, so the kids frequently responded to the chaos and unpredictability with disobedience. My husband … Continue reading Creating a Family Schedule
Cry Out to Abba
At church this evening, my middle daughter spiraled a little after service. She had made some sort of Valentine's craft and was covered in red glitter. She wanted to wash her hands, so i walked her to the bathroom and turned on the light for her. She's fairly capable, so I walked down the hall … Continue reading Cry Out to Abba
It’s My Birthday. 😐
February birthdays...nothin like 'em. It's cold, dark, looks like this outside: And everybody is sick 😷 so forget actual celebration. The kids came in and sang "Happy Birthday" this morning, which was fairly adorable. But this mama is feeling every bit of 29...more like 59. My body is tired and sore, my joints are stiff … Continue reading It’s My Birthday. 😐
Life with 4 under 5: A Day in the Life in Pictures
Bobby pin in my coffee... Baby snugs 😍 School time! Even homeschooling moms have "problem students..." Out. Like a log. Quiet time reflections Good afternoon, Captain Crazy Hair McPantslessness Keto bread win! Yay dinner! Bed time! ...kind of...
Haakaa Pump Review
Guys- if you are a breastfeeding mama, you NEED a Haakaa pump in your life. As a mom who always struggles to maintain milk supply, I have an overflowing freezer stash of milk, all because of the Haakaa's passive let down collection. By catching letdown milk as I nurse baby, I have amassed over 40oz … Continue reading Haakaa Pump Review
Sometimes the Bacon gets Burned
So it's been 2 weeks and change since we brought home our 4th baby. There's been a lot of crying, from me as well as the kids. I can say I haven't had a lot of depression, but my level of anxiety is through the proverbial roof. Even the should-be-fun moments have me fraught with … Continue reading Sometimes the Bacon gets Burned
In the Kitchen: My Postpartum Recovery Process
It hit me the 3rd day postpartum that I actually love being in the kitchen barefoot (I've never liked socks and shoes) pregnancy and hot spills on my toes notwithstanding. I was standing there prepping dinner thinking, "This is my element; I'm in my happy place." Cooking delicious food for my family is actually helping … Continue reading In the Kitchen: My Postpartum Recovery Process
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