Some words of solidarity and hope for moms missing babies on their due dates. ❤
4 ways to honor a baby after a loss this holiday season
The holiday season is bittersweet, especially for families grieving after a miscarriage or another form of loss.
My missed miscarriage: pregnancy loss, hemorrhage, and grief
Oct. 16, 2019 Today marks nine days since my husband and I found out I was miscarrying our second baby. And a week since the night we feared I would die as a result. I suppose our story “starts” on a Monday. It was Oct. 7, and it was raining. My two-year-old and I had… Continue reading My missed miscarriage: pregnancy loss, hemorrhage, and grief
Quitting my 9-5 to be a work-from-home mom: Part 1
I quit my 9-5 after my daughter was born. Here’s why. Disclaimer: This is my story, based on my motherhood journey—no one else’s. I recognize that not every mom wants to quit her job, and many simply don’t have the option. I honor it as a privilege every single day, and fully understand that many… Continue reading Quitting my 9-5 to be a work-from-home mom: Part 1
“Tonion” Turkey Burgers
If you’re an onion lover and looking for a healthy dinner option, give these “tonion” turkey burgers a go.
Why I’ll never let another birthday pass by uncelebrated
Today is my birthday. And unlike birthdays in the past, I’m choosing to make a big deal of it. Hear me out. I’ve historically been the type of person who takes pride in maintaining a “low maintenance” personality. I’ve never craved the limelight and have always felt uncomfortable with a lot of attention. And if… Continue reading Why I’ll never let another birthday pass by uncelebrated
DIY Thrifted Sleigh Makeover
Much to my husband's chagrin, I'm one of those people who got the frugal gene. Okay. To be clearer, I'm cheap. I hardly ever buy clothes for myself. And if I do, it's from an online sale or it's post-season and retail stores are having a huge clearance event. Coupled with my tendency to be… Continue reading DIY Thrifted Sleigh Makeover
DIY You Are My Sunshine Birthday Party
Feeling inspired to DIY for your kid's birthday party? Check out some of these ideas for a You Are My Sunshine theme.
Here goes nothing!
I’ve been thinking about starting this blog for so long that now that I’m finally doing it, I sit here staring blankly at the page. So many hopes. So many wishes. So many feelings to unload. So many moments to share. Where do I begin? If you’ve stumbled across this page and have decided to… Continue reading Here goes nothing!