Sunday held a somewhat awkward sermon about sex in marriage from our pastor. Sex has never been anything close to awkward with my husband, but sitting there in a room full of other couples in church listening to that sermon was a little uncomfortable. Honestly, uncomfortable sermons are sometimes where I find my biggest lessons, … Continue reading One Flesh
Ryder decided he wanted blue hair. Some parents think that 6 years old is too young for hair color and I totally understand that train of thought. His dad and I decided that temporary color was ok and that we would prefer that he have funky-colored hair now versus when he is out looking for … Continue reading Blue
We don't get a lot of snow in the flatlands of North Carolina. When we see little, snowflakes on our weather apps, we dance. We get excited. We also get a little neurotic. We buy milk and bread and turn our kitchen pantries into lockers of doomsday preparations. We love us some snow, y'all. Since … Continue reading Snow Day
This post is for the steps. I have met some amazing step-parents during social media networking and time in prayer groups. I have heard so many journeys and so many hardships. I have been there to listen to a step vent and also to pray with them when they have felt lost. No matter your … Continue reading The Steps
This morning as I made my coffee, I looked out the window. My gaze was met by a cotton-candy-colored sky. I could see the silhouette of the bare trees as the sun began to rise. It was absolutely beautiful. Dolly was chewing at my toes as puppies often do and Jaxon was snoring away. It … Continue reading Cotton Candy Sky
Today I stepped out of the comfort of my administrative role and into a pair of old boots, tattered jeans, and an old ball cap. I went to a job site with Robert to help him with a bathroom remodel. Today's agenda involved pouring a shower pan. This meant that I needed to help him … Continue reading Mixture
I. Am. So. Tired. I am recalling the sleepless nights with Ryder when he was first born. I always felt foggy. I wouldn't trade the time I was up with him. He would look me right in the eyes while I nursed him or sang to him. It was real bonding. But...it was also really … Continue reading Dog Tired
Yesterday evening I came home with a puppy. My husband was not excited by this. The kids love her and I am head over heels. My husband, Robert, does not like small dogs. Our puppy's name is Dolly and she is an eight week old chorkie. Dolly is either completely clueless that Robert is not … Continue reading Dolly
Both of the boys have tested positive for the flu. Cue the hand sanitizer and lysol! I received the news this morning and my fears were actualized. I have fought with distressing medicine administration, forced fluids, and desperate attempts at meals. I have cleaned up vomit, wiped noses, taken temperatures, and covered up little feet. … Continue reading The Flu
I get incredible feedback from more seasoned bloggers and writers that I admire. If you have ever needed support or a network, bloggers are a lovely group of people. I have met a lot of very talented and very sincere mentors throughout the last few years. I get to "grow up" with other newbies who … Continue reading Lifestyle
