I’m sure every mama out there would agree with me when I say that being pregnant is absolutely surreal: the notion that a tiny person is growing inside of my body never ceases to amaze me. Each little kick and poke and hiccup is a precious reminder of the miracle of life that is currently… Continue Reading
I’ve so enjoyed writing and sharing my Cultivating Character series with you all over the last few weeks. It’s been an enriching experience for me, and I’m looking forward to writing more of that type of reflective/spiritual-driven post in the future. I have one more trait to explore, but today I’m pressing pause on the… Continue Reading
Is it possible that October is already drawing to a close? It seems like each month this year has gone by more quickly than the last. I struggle with the passage of time, often feeling as though I’ve allowed precious moments to slip through my fingers without giving them proper recognition or appreciation. These “What… Continue Reading
For as long as I can remember, October has been my favorite month. It’s kind of strange, really, because I’m generally a summer girl through and through. But October has a lot going for it: the weather is warm, but not sweltering (at least that’s generally the case here in Southern California); the school year… Continue Reading
How do you prepare for a big life change? If you’re like me, you read as many preparatory books as possible! When Luke and I were dating and engaged, we poured through countless marriage books. (They helped!) Now that we’re expecting our first baby, I’m reading everything I can get my hands on about pregnancy,… Continue Reading
Fall has arrived! School is in full swing, pumpkin spice EVERYTHING has graced the shelves of grocery stores—and the menus of coffee shops—everywhere, and the weather is finally starting to cool down (apparently I’ve reached the point where low-90s is considered “cool”). I’m slowly adjusting to the faster pace of this season, and am doing… Continue Reading
Since the day I found out I was pregnant, one of the biggest questions at the forefront of my mind has been: is this little one inside of me a boy or a girl? It’s been a long few months of waiting to find out. In the meantime, I’ve learned quite a few fun facts… Continue Reading
Let the mourning period begin . . . summer is officially over, and it’s time for me to get back to “real life,” with work and a schedule and having to dress myself in something other than shorts and flip-flops. Sigh. But as much as I’ll miss the hot, laid-back summer days, part of me… Continue Reading
It’s hard to believe that summer will soon be drawing to a close. I’ve been somewhat in denial that this glorious season will actually have to end, but I suppose it is inevitable. Until then, I’m making the most of these wonderful August days, relishing the summer heat and filling my free time with lots… Continue Reading
It’s hard to believe that I’ve been at this blogging thing for almost a year now! If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know that I like to wrap up each month by sharing a few things I’ve learned over the past four weeks. This month, instead of sharing what I learned… Continue Reading