After the year we all just had I don't expect anyone to approach this year in full force with a long list of goals or resolutions. My biggest goal for this year is to give myself grace, especially when things don't always go as planned. Regardless of your approach to this year and whether or … Continue reading Books for the New Year
2020 has been the year of all years, I think everyone would agree with that. It was confusing and challenging in ways we never could have expected. I feel like I’ve experienced 5 years worth of change, grief, mistakes and learning experiences.There is so much I would have loved to tell myself at the start … Continue reading A Letter to Myself at the Beginning of 2020
In March when things shut down I started to feel like I needed some type of creative outlet or hobby. With playgroup canceled and coffee dates on hold I spent all of my time at home with Jack. Which don’t get me wrong, I LOVE staying home with Jack but I needed something for me. … Continue reading Taylored Prints: Etsy Shop Launch
I’ll be honest, I'm not at all a fan of Halloween. I don’t like scary or spooky things and even before having kids I knew this was a holiday that I would dread celebrating with my kiddos. And here we are in a year wear we could very easily call off Halloween celebrations due to … Continue reading How We Are Making Halloween Special This Year
The past six months have been anything but easy or ordinary. No, this wasn’t the summer I had in mind for us, or even year for that matter. Between our long miscarriage struggle back in February & March, and the ongoing pandemic, our year hasn’t exactly gone as planned, but that’s ok. Yes, we were … Continue reading A Summer of Quality Time
Being at home for so long has been difficult at times. It would be easy to dwell on all of the things I can't currently do. Instead I have been using this time to focus on the positive and find little joys in every day. I've been spending my days creating an environment that brings … Continue reading How I’m Using This Time at Home to Improve My Mood
Happy Friday everyone! With Mother's Day this weekend I am looking forward to a relaxing day with my boys. I will likely spend the day in my pajamas, snuggled up with coffee in hand while I play and read with Jack. I hope you are all surviving this time at home, staying healthy and safe. … Continue reading Living Lately No. 53
There is so much skepticism right now about Covid-19 and what is actually necessary. While I feel like most people around me are very polarized in terms of full on avoidance and others couldn't care less about what is happening, I am in the middle trying to educate myself before over-reacting or taking action. If … Continue reading Eight Things to Do At Home During ‘Social Distancing’
Happy Friday! What a week it has been! Jack and I got a visit from my mom this week. I shared a personal post about grief and miscarriage. And Andrew finished his PhD this week after 4 long and hard years! Now that the weekend has arrived I'm anxious to enjoy some time with my … Continue reading Living Lately No. 52
I wasn't sure wether or not I wanted to write this post. But then the other day I saw the quote "write what you need to read" and I remembered that the purpose of this blog is to share real life, not just a highlight real. I found out I was pregnant again in early … Continue reading Pregnancy Loss: There is No Right Way to Grieve
