Today, I had a random urge for delayed nesting. What is “delayed nesting” you ask? It’s apparently when you finally get some sleep and energy enough to put up and clean out things you couldn’t or didn’t get to before you...
How often do you go through the drive-through on your way home from work? Is the grocery cart (usually) void of chocolate chip cookies and ice cream? When you're thirsty, do you reach for water instead of pop? These...
Someone asked a friend of mine (who has 3 kids) which transition was harder, from 1 to 2 or 2 to 3. Her response will stick with me forever. She paused and stated “Hands down, from 0 to 1.”...
A common question that would come up during my pregnancy was “What are you going to do about your pets?” You see, when we decided to welcome a human child into our home, we already had several...
I love to shop, but to rewrite a common phrase, I have “Gap Kids taste on a Garanimals budget.” In 2013, shortly after my first child was born, my mom and I braved the local semi-annual consignment sale. And I...
I don’t know about other moms, but I’ve always feared losing myself in motherhood. Maybe it’s the fact I’ve always struggled with identity issues. In the course of therapy and figuring out my mental health condition, I found I...
She looked at me, calmly held out her full cup of cereal, turned it upside down, and never broke eye contact. It was a defining moment for both of us. I knew my next move would impact our future...
Since conception, Colt always wanted to be on the move. He would roll, kick and stretch constantly while in utero. He was already trying to lift his head up shortly after birth and hated to be swaddled. He practically...
Near His Heart.
What is Near His Heart?
HOPE – Bringing hope and encouragement to families in the midst of unique situations.
The purpose is to connect, fellowship.
One night, every year, parents, loved ones and other family members unite for a night...
I became a mom in April 2018. Leading up to the birth of my son I did the things that all first-time moms do: spend hours googling how to decorate the nursery, diligently filling out the baby registry, finalizing...
Parenthood
Our Summer Survival Strategy
Summer is here whether I like it or not. Admittedly, it’s not my favorite season, but I’m both excited and a bit nervous about...
