I should really start keeping a notepad by my bed. I’ve been writing this blog in my sleep for weeks and it was perfect – honest, dynamic and each thought was eloquently conveyed. Now, as I’m typing I’m struggling to find the right words to share such a guarded part of my soul. The day […]
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Writing my dad’s obituary was one of the most daunting experiences of my life so far. How do you possibly sum up an incredible life in just 5 short paragraphs? Beyond that, once I had everything I think needed to be in there, we broke down in tears and laughter analyzing and over thinking for […]
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Weekends like the past two get me feeling introspective and honestly, a little emotional. They always recharge my batteries and make my heart full. They remind me to take a step back and remember there are bigger and more important things. They help me approach bedtime with our little monster with more grace and patience. I’m not sure what the next months will have in store for us, but I know one thing – there will be more weekends like these.
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Ready for a life update? Over the weekend, Casey and I went down to Chicago for a mini belated birthday getaway. He had surprised me with reservations for a delicious dinner, drinks and TICKETS TO SEE HAMILTON!!! (Yes, all caps was necessary.) Some of you may know, or maybe not… but I am a lover […]
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Sometimes even the most simple comfort foods mean the very most.
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So I’ve spent all week thinking “man this week is dragggggging” but here we are and tomorrow is Friday. Holy smokes. I’ve been quite busy at work – days zipping by but still feeling that the week is passing slowly. It’s weird. We’ve got a really great weekend ahead – with no concrete plans except […]
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I write a lot about positivity over here, mostly because I feel like there isn’t enough of it and life is hard. In most cases, I need a dose of it myself. Over the time I’ve had this blog, I’ve learned that one of the things I’m pretty decent at is stepping back and looking […]
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The holidays are magical and fun and lovely, but they can be hard for people too. I sure have mixed emotions about this time of year… but just remember what’s important and why we celebrate.
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“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing which you think you cannot do” – Eleanor Roosevelt It’s been a little while since I’ve opened up about how I’m doing. The truth is, I’m not really sure what […]
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As I type this, I’m mentally preparing myself for my longest stretch of solo-momming to date. I am extremely fortunate to have a husband who works mostly from home, and shares daily parenting duties with me, but there are times where he has to be gone overnight. Like sometimes he has to drive allll the […]
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Staying Martha 