With Thanksgiving this week and the holiday season I wanted to share some thoughts on gratitude. While Thanksgiving is obviously a day we celebrate what we are thankful for, I try to spend time each day focusing on gratitude. I find that it helps keep me grounded and to look on the bright side even … Continue reading Daily Gratitude
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Living Lately No. 56
Happy Friday! And the first official Friday of SPRING! I have been so anxious for warmer weather and spring activities like picnics and starting our garden. Now that the weather is warming up and the sun is out more often spring fun is just around the corner and I'm feeling so much more refreshed each … Continue reading Living Lately No. 56
A Letter to Myself at the Beginning of 2020
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
Our Favorite Chili
At the first sign of fall weather this month I added chili to our menu for the coming week. This dish is one that we look forward to as soon as it starts to get cooler out and we usually make it at least once a month during the fall and winter. I made this … Continue reading Our Favorite Chili
How I’m Using This Time at Home to Improve My Mood
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
Living Lately No. 53
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
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
With Mother's Day coming up I wanted to share a few ideas. This list is made up of some of my absolute favorite things and they are PERFECT for this time of quarantine when we are all staying home and focusing on cozy and comfortable. LAKE Robe- These robes are great for morning primping or … Continue reading Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Living Lately No. 52
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
Pregnancy Loss: There is No Right Way to Grieve
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
Living Lately No. 51
Happy Saturday and Leap Day! I normally share these posts on a Friday but this week kept me busy and since today is an "extra day" I figured why not just publish it today instead. I haven't been great about consistently publishing blog posts but instead of tying myself to a schedule I would rather … Continue reading Living Lately No. 51
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