Ah beloved fall. I feel your ever increasing presence in these cool mornings, in the stout winds, in the leaves that dance around my path. I am so grateful you're landing so soon, I've needed the change you bring; from sultry breezes to the crisp, cool wind, from glaring sunshine and heat to the vivid… Continue reading A Change of Seasons
A Comical Poem about Dinner (or lack thereof)
It had been a rough day, as my husband was returning to work post summer break, and the kids were not prepared for his absence. Neither, apparently, was I. Dinner loomed with foreboding imminence, and the restaurant I had spent sooo much time carefully crafting an order for, did not in fact do the oh-so… Continue reading A Comical Poem about Dinner (or lack thereof)
Creativity, but Also just kind of Rambling
I wrote this about a year ago, and never published it. I will, now. Here's an updated picture of the twins. Enjoy! * * * I'm not sure if I've shared that I am a creative person. I really enjoy the basics like writing, painting, drawing, piano, gardening, baking... And then there are things I… Continue reading Creativity, but Also just kind of Rambling
An Ode to Five Years
Why do we find it so hard to admit our faults? In marriage, I come back to this question a lot. My husband and I just celebrated five years of marriage. Half a decade. In many ways, this is shocking to me. "Where did all of that time go? And how is it we've only… Continue reading An Ode to Five Years
Oh Plague, How You Suck
I started on this post awhile back, so although a little dated, I still felt it was worth sharing. I wrote something in March pertaining to being stuck at home during this time of quarantine. Thinking back, it sounded pretty optimistic and upbeat, and while the words I wrote are good and true, the difficulties… Continue reading Oh Plague, How You Suck
A Few Thoughts during these Tumultuous Times
Wow. All that has happened between the last month and now. It is, inadequately stated, tumultuous. But also so much more. Very recently, a mere week or two before this virus was deemed serious indeed and cities wisely directed citizens to 'shelter in place', I was reflecting on my own rural childhood, and how trips… Continue reading A Few Thoughts during these Tumultuous Times
Baking with Little Loves
Our little girl is 17 months now, and such a joy. Quick to laugh, quietly observing everything with round eyes (especially in the company of acquaintances or strangers), often expressing great excitement at even the smallest things, her very being and exuberance for life is contagious. I pray that she will always have these qualities,… Continue reading Baking with Little Loves
Reflections on Lent & Easter
Lent is over. Finally! I must admit that I nearly gave up about three weeks in, complained vehemently and profusely for about a week after that (and a few times here and there), and felt angry and bitter any time I thought of my beloved coffee. When I didn't actively have negative feelings, I simply… Continue reading Reflections on Lent & Easter
Baking & Breaking Bread
After visiting a friend the other day, she brought out a loaf of homemade bread and said, "This is for you." I was so surprised and pleased and appreciated it so much. It was delicious! And inspiring.I've always wanted to be someone who bakes their own bread. Fresh baked bread, in my opinion, is delicious and fragrant,… Continue reading Baking & Breaking Bread
Catching up | Sorrow amongst Joy
Life has been busy and ever going onward (but when does it not?). I didn't share this originally, but I have since changed my mind and decided it's important to share. Back in September 2017, we got pregnant as we had so been hoping, then tragically lost the baby at 10 weeks, mourned, prayed for… Continue reading Catching up | Sorrow amongst Joy
Finding Milk & Honey 