Ladies, I'm knee deep in newborn care at the moment. My days are filled with making sure our newest guy's needs are met, and it is a blessing to do so! Related: Our Ninth Child's Birth Story My parenting philosophy has changed throughout the years. Starting with our sixth child, my care philosophy changed to … Continue reading Why I Like Attachment Parenting
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How Debt Hinders a Stay-at-Home Mom
Debt. It is such an ugly word which has a hold on so many of our lives. I know it did mine! For so many years my husband and I were slave to the lender, and we aren't out of the woods yet. By the grace of God we are close, with only a little … Continue reading How Debt Hinders a Stay-at-Home Mom
Having Babies is Normal
While at the obstetrician's office, I needed to have my blood drawn last week. The technician was a sweet older lady who was absolutely floored when she asked how many children I had. It usually goes something like this... "So, I this your first?" "No, it's my ninth." Jaw proceeds to drop to floor. She … Continue reading Having Babies is Normal
We Don’t Have to Do All of the Things
This week, I turned down an invitation and I felt kind of guilty doing so. The invitation was a really sweet gesture involving a couple of my children. I turned it down because I knew my pregnant self was tired, and our days have been full with Daddy time over the weekend. And still, I … Continue reading We Don’t Have to Do All of the Things
Don’t Blink, Mamas
Over the weekend, my family had the opportunity to visit our oldest daughter who recently started college. She is living three hours from home, which has been hard on me. I miss her so much, and these feelings coupled with pregnancy hormones are not a good thing, ha! Since she has left, I've really been … Continue reading Don’t Blink, Mamas
An Ordinary Life
Today, my son turns nine. We've blown up balloons, and are excitedly looking forward to when daddy arrives home so a few presents can be opened. Bookshelves have been organized, and my oldest daughter took the little guys on a picnic outside. Yesterday, I spent a bit of time planting a couple of climbing roses … Continue reading An Ordinary Life
Each Day is a Gift, Mamas || Vlog
Hello, ladies! I just wanted to pop in and share that I just posted a new vlog on my mainly neglected YouTube channel. It goes along with one of my latest posts, Each Day is a Gift. I hope everyone is having a lovely day serving their families! https://youtu.be/vBoHYbl_dlg
Finding Joy in the Small Stuff (Fall Edition)
With the time change and pending election, I've let myself get into a bit of a funk. I'll admit, I'm totally in the wrong. I am beyond blessed with anything and everything I could ever need. I should be focusing on my blessings, and not insignificant hardships. I've been reminded that renewing our minds with … Continue reading Finding Joy in the Small Stuff (Fall Edition)