For those who have been reading for a while, you know that I had a {foster} son I expected to adopt. He is now living somewhere else and won't be back with me. There's not a chance I'll share details here. But I will tell you for sure that I am grieving this loss. I … Continue reading Goodbyes
Foster Parent
Learning Life Lessons from a Seven-Year-Old
Today didn’t go quite as planned. My disorganization at home has caught up with me. I was frustrated and irritated. It’s all an inside job. I could’ve saved myself the trouble by slowing down & relaxing. I turned a moment that should’ve been fun - baking Christmas cookies with my kiddo - into a chore. … Continue reading Learning Life Lessons from a Seven-Year-Old
Back to School: Newbie Mom Firsts
Monday is my {foster} son's first day of second-grade. The other day we attended his Back to School night. We met his teacher, saw his classroom, and turned in paperwork. I was a little overwhelmed. I'm not going to lie. But as we took a photo in front of the PTO's "selfie station," and I … Continue reading Back to School: Newbie Mom Firsts
Healthy Attachment
My son's last day of school was more than a week ago. On the 7th, I was there for his end of year awards, which I shared about, here. The following day, I left work to pick him up at 3:30. When I arrived in the parking lot of the school, I realized there was … Continue reading Healthy Attachment
First Grade – Kiddo Update
Today was my kiddo's first grade awards & end of year party. He has been so excited about it all week. Yes, he asks about the last day of school. But he also asked how many days until the 7th. He came to my bedroom door at 6:15 this morning, knocking loudly. I thought something … Continue reading First Grade – Kiddo Update
Mama
I don't know about you, but for me, there are things I know I am meant to do and be. I am a mama. I have spent a lifetime looking forward to motherhood and to the family I prayed for, for so long. My future family & being a mama looks a little different from … Continue reading Mama
Home Sweet Home
When I last wrote, I was still struggling through the home search process. Why is that so stressful, ya'll? But I found the house, finished packing, and last Saturday, moved in! So thankful that process is over! The new neighborhood is so quiet. I love it. My kitchen, my favorite room in the house, is … Continue reading Home Sweet Home
