When Zach was born, I had this feeling that I even struggle to describe today. It was this immense desire to never miss a moment with him. I wanted to see everything he did and never miss a moment of his life. I will never get to experience anything with Joshua. As the years have … Continue reading Pouring From an Empty Cup
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“Pedro, you suck. That’s all.“
I gotta get this off my chest. Pull up a chair and a glass of wine, cause I have got some stories to share!! A few nights ago, a co-worker text me. 15 minutes after I replied to his text, I got another text from an unknown number. The text told me to go buy … Continue reading “Pedro, you suck. That’s all.“
Walk A Mile in My Shoes
This morning was too chilly for the flip flops, so I was forced back into socks and shoes. Haven’t had to wear them in months, but Oregon’s weather is only good for a short time. And that time is quickly dwindling. I am not the flip flop all year round girl. I don’t know how … Continue reading Walk A Mile in My Shoes
Nelly – Gone Too Far
No caption necessary. I did exactly that. I have to tell you the story behind this photo. It was once a mural painted on the wall of my old bedroom as a teenager. My mom took this photo around 2002 before she painted over it, about the time I moved out at 17. My nickname … Continue reading Nelly – Gone Too Far
“Not Right Now, Son.”
If I had a nickel for every time I responded with “Not right now, son”, I’d be loaded! I know kids barely have a sense of time. They often ask at the worst possible times to do just about anything. The one that gets me in the gut every single time, is when it’s my … Continue reading “Not Right Now, Son.”
Overjoyed by a Leaf
Yesterday I was wrapping up a crocheted gift I made for my super awesome chiropractor. I can’t share the finished work until after my appointment on the 16th. There is a pic below of the little culprits. I whipped up a second set to show you. So I found the YouTube video to follow and … Continue reading Overjoyed by a Leaf
I laugh so I don’t cry
The title says it all really. With this many kids, someone is bound to do something funny around here. By funny, I mean: stupid, dangerous, gross, or annoying. There truly is never a dull moment in a home with 5 boys. The joke around here is that I wouldn’t know what to do with a … Continue reading I laugh so I don’t cry
Confession: I crochet too much
Freehand attempt at a checker print bag I’m not sure when it started or why. I’ve dabbled in crochet a few times over the years. A scarf here, a hat there. A few years ago, I remember trying to crochet Christmas gifts for my mom and mother-in-law. Now that I think about it, I don’t … Continue reading Confession: I crochet too much
2021: The Year of Being Intentional
The word “Intentional” started coming to mind over the last 8 months. I remember feeling like I needed to start doing things again, stepping way far outside of my comfort zone. I needed to intentionally start...anything and everything. The reality of my life is that I feel like I have no friends. (Outside of a … Continue reading 2021: The Year of Being Intentional
Welcome to my life….
I’m often asked “How do you do it?” when someone hears I have had 6 boys. The answer is “I don’t.” Our life is not some crazy schedule of sports and extracurricular activities, that I’m jumping around to every night. In fact, no one is involved in sports or anything. If I’m totally honest, the … Continue reading Welcome to my life….
Outnumbered Six to One 