{we treat others how we want to be treated}

Yesterday we took a little day trip to Longwood Gardens with another homeschool mom and her two kids.  It was a great start to the day as we piled in our van with lunches and drinks in tow without any …

{Recovery from Loss & Clomid Round 2} my infertility story continues

If you’re just joining this series you’re entering my infertility story right after round one of clomid and a resulting miscarriage in the 10th week of pregnancy.  You can start from the beginning of the story by clicking here or …

{the one where she gave out a tract}

Teachable moments.  It’s when an ideal environment lends itself to the discussion or learning of a particular topic. In much of my life I’ve thought about teachable moments when adults impart their wisdom to those who are younger   (younger by …

{date your kids}. set aside some one-on-one time with each of your kids. -Our Mother Daughter Tea-

I find it increasingly difficult to set aside some alone time with each one of our children.  I don’t know if it’s because they are getting older or if it’s because we have 4 kids AND they’re getting older.  But, …

learning from the past. growing for the future {the book continues, Desperate ch10}

For practically our entire marriage my mister has had this uncanny ability to divert a fight, err, I mean carefully constructed conversation, into a peaceably diffused interaction with 3 little words.  I. Love. You.  For years I thought this was …

{Instagram Favorites of the Week} asthma attacks but spiderman strikes back; sister power; water fun; sleepytime; mama hugs

It’s a week in review with an instagram photo posting!  Asthma Attacks but Spiderman Strikes Back! This was a hard week for us as our little man had one of the worst asthma attacks we’ve seen in our home for …

{Infertility and Adoption Etiquette}. what to say to help your waiting friend

My good friend Amber and I are teaming up again to finish our series on Infertility and Adoption Etiquette. We often get asked our opinions on how to care for someone who is struggling with infertility or transitioning to adoption. …

vacationing at OBX. great ways to spend family time. treasure hunt. mommy day. date night. ferry ride

We’ve been going to the OBX for over a decade now and find it to be a great trip to take with our family and friends. OBX isn’t just one town, it’s multiple towns and each one offers something different. …

join the movement. Part TWO of {when you’re fertile myrtle but your friend is waiting wendy. how to care for your friend who is walking the road of infertility, miscarriage and adoption} National Infertility Awareness Week

Today is another wonderful opportunity for me to co-author a posting with my good friend Amber @ Bumbers Bumblings.  Amber and I have known each other for 10 years now and walked alongside each other during infertility and the grief …

Join the Movement. National Infertility Awareness Week. {The Dreaded Question…When Are You Having Kids? And How Do You Respond If You’re the One Who Is on the Receiving End?}

So, when are you guys going to have kids? You’re in your 30’s? What are you waiting for? If you’re TTC and not having much luck, these two questions are some of the hardest to field.  They rip your heart …