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  • “We” Don’t Hate Dogs

    This weekend we went to a sweet friend’s house, and my kiddos–one in particular–screamed and wanted to leave when a little dog met us at the door. I didn’t even see the dog, honestly, until I saw the reaction… Our hostess was an absolute angel and came out to put little minds at ease and…

  • But It May Not

    This time, I’m not going to hide behind a brave face. This time, I’m going to be honest. May 1 has cast a filter over the simplest daily activities. Shadows of finality. Although full weeks still remain, it’s the month that I’ll be spending more time apart from my babies and more at a desk.…

  • Cold, Empty Arms

    Or the Mother’s Day Itch Mother’s Day is a tough day for women. Many women have spoken out about their personal struggle. Now I am. In the picture above… what you don’t see is the deep pain behind that smile. When I was newly married, my friends had babies. As I looked down at the…

  • 8 secrets to blissful weeks with your newborn

    8 sustainable tips you can practice even when you’re back to work. Lists. Lists. Lists. Even before you’re released from the hospital you’re given lists of what you can and cannot do. Ever notice how contradicting they are? As a brand new mom with the tiniest human depending solely on you, you need some positivity…

  • That Should Never Have Happened to You

    These words were spoken over me not too long ago. Have you ever told someone: “I’m so sorry that had to happen to you” or “That should never have happened to you”? These words were spoken over me not too long ago. My winter holidays were overshadowed by an individual’s lack of judgment. And while…

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