It’s been one of those weeks. My son nearly dumped our entire table at Chick-fil-A yesterday. Instead “only” 2 full drinks were knocked over. Followed by chicken nuggets. The dog keeps finding junk left by the previous owner of our house hidden behind and under the shed. (Three bags of left over carpet. Three. Dragged all […]
My husband told me I’m weak: why I’m ok
Yesterday I had my 4th headache of the week. For awhile I was able to take care of it and keep being productive. I packed boxes. I sorted clothing. I made meals. And in the middle of it I rested as I needed, too. Yesterday, however, yesterday I couldn’t peel myself off of the couch. […]
When Your Monday Feels Like a Wednesday
It’s Monday, and it feels like a Wednesday. It was a hard weekend. Tim was on a men’s “retreat,” so I was alone with the kids. And, I was grieving. So, though I woke up this morning feeling ready to go, I am now done. Have you had those Mondays? When, though you get started […]
Give Yourself a Break, God Does (AKA Lab...
Today is Labor Day and, ironically, a day to stop all labor in recognition of the hard work we’re already doing. Every year we Americans look forward to this day of bonfires, barbecues and play. We plan around it, make room for it, and revel in the day of rest we have been given. What we […]
“Sick Day”
I’m banging my head against the wall today. I signed up my kids for VBS this week because I want them to learn about Jesus through fun songs, crafts and games. And, honestly? I also signed them up so I could have some time to myself and so that they would come home ready to […]
That “F” word again…
Last night was a milestone. Ben, my proud two year old, (See him displaying his fingers? “Do!”) moved from his crib to his big boy bed on the bottom bunk. And Jack, my sweet five year old, moved from the bottom bunk to his even bigger big boy bed on the top bunk. It was […]
It’s Very Much a Monday
The face of the boy who was woken from his nap and now sits beside me very much awake as I desperately wish to sleep. Praying, God, give me the ability to love and be patient with my children today. I am exhausted and have very little strength of my own today. Help. Thank you […]
R&R… what’s that again?
On Monday I bought a home pregnancy test. No, I’m not pregnant, but the way I have been feeling the last week or so made me wonder. I have had an insatiable appetite, been nauseous, had cramps, and was light-headed. The way my body was acting, I thought something must have gone wrong with my […]