It's been quite around here this month. I had every intention to write and a blog calendar filled with ideas, but it just didn't happen. I blame it on our move. Between trying to settle in to our new home and doing a lot more driving to and from school/appointments there just aren't enough hours in the day. It's taken some time to get adjusted to our new schedule. But this little break made me realize something... There Will Be Plenty of Time to Blog Jackson starts kindergarten in August Continue Reading
Our Forever Family
Sunday we will celebrate being a Forever Family. The day will likely include donuts for breakfast, a few gifts, church and lots of family time. Jackson has requested a trip to the zoo, but it's supposed to rain all weekend. We'll most likely end up at the toy store or the movie theater. He's been wanting to see the new Disney movie Born In China. Whatever we end up doing, our Gotcha Day is all about celebrating adoption and the amazing story God wrote for our family. Below is an excerpt from Continue Reading
Highs and Lows of 2016
As I look back on 2016, there were many mountain top highs and quite a few valley lows. The truth is, I didn't always handle the lows very well. In 2017 I hope to embrace the lows instead of letting them get me down. Special Needs Parenting is a roller coaster ride. I don't want the sudden dips to steal my joy. I don't want the long, slow climb to create a hard heart. I want to enjoy the ride - the twists, turns and sudden stops. I want to feel the thrill even when the moment isn't very Continue Reading
Five Years of Miracles
How in the world has it been five years since I sat in my kitchen writing this post as we anxiously awaited the arrival of our son? Five years seems like just yesterday, but it also seems like so long ago. A little boy - given to me by God - through the miracle of adoption; he has changed me. I've never loved so fiercely, been frustrated so easily or needed Jesus so desperately. Our story isn't what I pictured it would be. I didn't think our life would be filled with so many Continue Reading
Five Simple Treats {For The Holiday Season}
One of my favorite things to do during the holidays is bake. I have so many wonderful recipes that have been passed down through our family over the years. While I love making my grandmother's NOEL and Wreath cookies, they take some time. Sometimes you just need a simple sweet treat to take to your holiday parties or to give as gifts. These five simple treats have been my go-to for the past few years. I hope they make your holidays a little less stressful... Peppermint Bark I Continue Reading