“Everyday Feels The Same”

He said that. He actually said that! My 8 year old actually said those words to me last night. “Everyday feels the same.” He was asking a few questions and trying to figure out when the end of the year was, when Halloween was. I was punched in the gut by those 4 words. I … Continue reading “Everyday Feels The Same”

Pouring From an Empty Cup

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

“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