Together

Today I spoke with someone who shared stories of two women who recently lost babies. Perhaps it was a providential conversation because today, October 15, is the day we remember all babies who we have lost. I haven’t been active...

Grief

The last week and a half seems to have been shadowed by death. It began with the tragic and unexpected death of a dear friend’s baby and was followed several days later by the passing of my uncle. The circumstances...

All the Trees

It has been a few years since we have lived somewhere that has allowed us to enjoy the beauty of fall. From pumpkin patches and apple picking to staring in wonder at the vibrant trees that surround us, we have...

A Loud Message

Last week, Mark was the “star student” at preschool. One of the requirements was an “All About Me” survey. Mark and I sat at the kitchen table and filled it out together. Mark was very excited to answer the questions....

The Man at the Grocery Store

I recently took Mark to the grocery store while Arthur hung out at home with Matt. Mark giggled and joked with me as we walked, hand-in-hand across the parking lot towards the store. As we neared the entrance, a man...

Embrace the Change

Mark will always be my rainbow baby – the baby who came after the storm of losing a child. He brought hope during a time that I questioned God, and he reminded me that I could be happy again. With...

Introducing…

Both boys are actually napping at the same time – a luxury that seems to rarely happen. I figured I would spend a few minutes dusting off the blog now that I am beginning to find my bearings with two...

A 2-Year-Old’s Wisdom

I’ve had conflicting feelings about Mother’s Day ever since Isabelle was born. Each May, I am reminded of what a blessing it has been to raise Mark the last two and a half years. This year I am reminded that...

It’s a ….

Spring has definitely hit the south. The weather is warming up, round two of the “pollen invasion” has struck, and I am officially in nesting mode. The last few months I’ve been attempting to keep my pregnancy stress level down...