Writing about the crazy, hilarious things my oldest son says is easily one of my favorite posts to write every year. He’s hilarious. He’s clever. He’s wise, and sometimes he’s just plan absurd. Since he was 4, I started documenting all of the hilarious things he says, so…
Most of us get warm, tingly feelings when we talk about our grandparents because generally speaking they are loving, warm and sweet. Others are every bit of sass and sarcasm yet equally exciting. Some grandparents spoil their grandchildren rotten, while others even raise them. Yet, some don’t truly…
For those who know me, you understand that deaf awareness month is personal and special for me. My sweet Beckett was born deaf. Most people wouldn’t even know he was deaf because of the way he talks and communicates with those around him. He was born with Connexin…
Dearest Beckett, Today you turn four, and I find myself wondering where all the time has gone. I’m still not entirely convinced that we didn’t miss a year, but you are indeed four. Ever since you came into our lives, you’ve kept us on our toes. From spending…
Individuals with ADHD are often creative, curious, intelligent and helpful. They tend to be individuals who enjoy creating something out of nothing, drawing and writing and eager to know all of the things, however; these individuals can also struggle in a classroom setting. I’ve witnessed this time and…
Some days are just hard. Some days you struggle. Some days knock the dang floor right out from underneath you rendering you feeling defeated. There are days when they take every thing out of you, and you question how you can keep going. For those mommas on the…
Today I have officially been on this Earth for 35 years. That number stings for some reason, because now I’m closer to 40 than 30, and that’s slightly terrifying. Yet, I know I shouldn’t fear turning 35 because my life hasn’t been too bad. Sure, I’ve gone through…
Ten. Ten years have come and gone in a flash, like lightening striking the ground, branding it Ten years of growth and lessons learned, a constant reminder that marriage takes work, patience and that it shouldn’t be taken lightly Ten years of laughter and joy, which reminds us…
3 houses. 3 dogs (2 in Heaven, 1 on Earth) 1 super stealthy and annoying cat. Tons of cars. 5 years of fertility treatment. 3 kiddos (2 here on Earth, 1 in Heaven). Multiple career changes. Several medical diagnosis and surgeries. Tons of adventures. Lots of laughter and…