Every year on their birthdays I write the girls a love letter of sorts. This year, I'm behind, but with a little grace for belated salutations, I'm still here keeping up the tradition. Bean turned two a little over a month again. My baby is no longer an actual baby. Dear Bean, My last baby.… Continue reading Twice thrice
Tag: parenthood
I never knew my heart could hold so much and my patience could be worn so thin. The ups and downs of raising a family.
NYE
Last year, a pretty famous blogger I followed, Glennon Doyle, posted this poem Christmas at Midlife by Mary Anne Perrone. People find solace in all sorts of ways. I love finding words that echo things I've felt. It is amazing that for every different human who has lived a unique life carved out for their… Continue reading NYE
Bud & Roots
Dear girls, Here is the thing. A scary, but honest thing: I can not keep you safe from life. Life is a place where both good and bad things happen. Everyday. Every single day. I worry about this. About which of the many bad things will happen to you. Some will be a choice. You… Continue reading Bud & Roots
Love, Mom 