Joe and I minutes after signing. Look at how happy, relieved, and stressed we were. Shamelessly raises hand in the back, I did that. Being that I have never bought a house before, I literally had no idea what to expect. Our realtor and lender were phenomenal in making sure that everything went smoothly. Honestly, … Continue reading What Moving One Week Before Christmas Taught Me
I haven’t written much in awhile. It’s been a year in fact. My last posts were so encouraging and uplifting as we muddled our way through the beginning of the pandemic. I kept my positive attitude all through the summer and as school started to get pushed back and worries if school would ever start, … Continue reading Ponderings (not a word and I don’t care)
Most mornings, I turn to the back of my Bible and look for words that resonate with my current emotions. weary waiting worry Lots of "w's." Hadn't noticed that before, but these are the words I've been studying. I can manage my stress with anxiety pills and sleeping aids but my heart really needs God … Continue reading how to be like Noah during social distancing
Okay, I'm being a little dramatic. It's actually only day 11 but who's counting? Everyone. Everyone is counting. During this social distancing, stay inside order, quarantine; whatever you want to call it, I've really been inside my head. Like more than usual. I start each day with quiet time with the Lord where I read … Continue reading day 832794238 of #pandemic2020
I'm a social butterfly. I literally get energy from just being around others. I am aware that I can be totally annoying at times because of my energy, but I honestly can't help it. Needless to say Social Distancing is a challenge for me. I've created a new routine full of reading and writing...and eating. … Continue reading follow your dreams
Well, here we are. I slept in until 7:30. Washed my face, brushed my teeth, changed out of my sweat pants into new clean-ish sweat pants, did my Bible study, checked in on a friend, made some coffee, and now what. My streets are quiet. It's weird. All the cars are tucked nicely in their … Continue reading day 1 of social distancing…
Anyone else super stressed right now? Between Friday the 13th, full moon, the last Friday before spring break, the Covid-19 virus, parent/teacher conferences coming up, cancelled field trips, and the toilet paper crisis, it's a wonder any of us are sane. I'm trying to keep it all from affecting my attitude, but as I sit … Continue reading reset #3 my bad attitude… this one is for the foster/adoptive parents of the world… or anyone curious
As a mom, when our kids get to the point where they can go off and live on their own; we start to worry. Maybe worry isn't the right word...we wonder and question: will they be okay? Will they make it? What if they're hungry? What if they can't pay rent? Hold up. Isn't that … Continue reading When your kids grow their wings…
Homelessness is real. Poverty is real. Hunger is real. Statistics show that on any given day there is between 6,000-10,000 homeless people in Missouri. This includes individuals, minors, and families. Thousands suffer from chronic homelessness and they are the ones we see living under bridges. Thankfully, I have been blessed and have never experienced homelessness … Continue reading When life comes full circle
I know, I know; going to the gym helps me feel better all around. We've all read those articles. I mentioned before that I stand in front of the mirror in the morning, scrunch up my belly, and jiggle it while making up songs about how fat I am. "I'm a fatty boom-ba-latty. The fattiest … Continue reading Reset #2… physical health helps mental health
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