It’s been a desire of my heart to do one-on-one dates with the girls on a regular basis, but with Aaron’s ever-changing work schedule it’s been hard to find a way to consistently spend one-on-one time with each of the girls. But with Baby Boy coming shortly, and knowing my time would be consumer with […]
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young living summer must haves – 2021
To piggyback off my Amazon Summer Must Haves post, I wanted to share what Young Living products I am loving for summertime! +50 spf sunscreen +after-sun spray (think like aloe) +bug repellant +vitality drops – lavender lemon flavored (flavored drops for your water) but there is also grapefruit, jade lemon berry and spearmint tangerine +grapefruit […]
the early hospital visits
I mentioned these stories in my 35 & 36 bump updates, but I after the response I got from my social media post sharing a summary, I thought it was worth highlighting these situations in their own blog post. || At 35 weeks pregnant, I went to the hospital on Monday (4.26.21). I was having regular, […]
bump update :: 37 weeks
physically feeling rundown, food is tricky, loving water and holding plans loosely because we’re on baby watch (per doctor’s orders). Week 37: Symptoms :: I’ve been tired this week. like physically rundown. we’re clearly getting ready for some work. Food Aversions :: food in general is tricky. sometimes I’m really hungry and other times I want nothing […]
letters to the girls || baby brother
dear Rylie, Emmaline & Paisley, you girls have been anxiously awaiting this baby’s arrival since we first told you about it in October. The excitement you have shown throughout the nine-months has been nothing short of sweet and memorable. while the time of it just being the three of you is coming to an end, […]
mother’s day 2021
Mother’s Day has looked different every year for me, but this year was definitely the slowest. The day before I was gifted a whole day to myself (Aaron was at work and my in-laws took the girls which turned into a sleepover as well). I watched movies, took a nap, got my nails done with […]
amazon summer 2021 must haves
Summer is such a beautiful season full of life and freedom. Snag any of these perfect summer items to add to the fun and make your sunshine days a little easier. Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Please read my disclaimer page for more information. […]
letter to me || girl mom
dear Sarah, remember when you didn’t want girls? when you found out you were having Rylie, you were okay because this was going to be your one girl. and then Emmaline came and you wen through your whole pregnancy being angry, scared and in denial that you would have two girls. by the time Paisley […]
bump update :: 36 weeks
We’re on baby watch people! I’m constantly some form of uncomfortable & my body is tired (like it is when it’s getting ready for something big). water is my BFF and pretty much everyone knows I am taking it slow and not doing my normal activities. Week 36: Symptoms :: I’ve been so physically uncomfortable & […]
home blessings (toddler edition)
Yesterday (5.3.21) I sat down with the girls and had a talk. I basically shared where I am (physically exhausted and unable to do some normal activities, emotionally tired, needing lots of rest and time to sit, etc.). I reassured them this was a temporary state but I admitted that life would be a little […]