MOTHERHOOD – Page 5

Anger

October 6, 2017

I marvel that I can feel the seemingly opposing emotions of anger and gratitude so intensely at the same time. I am at times livid that I am living a life that I never imagined living. Yet, I would never go back and wish this experience away. Because of it, I returned to myself. I believe everything happens for a reason but we don’t always get to see the reason. Bad days make me doubt my belief in this. Angry days make me question whether the pain will be worth it in the end. … More Anger

Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & Going Back to Work

October 3, 2017

Well Friends… I headed back to work this morning. If you follow me on social media, you may have seen my posts confessing my fears and anxiety surrounding this next transition. I’m nervous yet very much looking forward to going back to a job I love, seeing my awesome colleagues again and having a more … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & Going Back to Work

The Decision That Made Me a Better Mother

September 22, 2017

I remember giving birth to my son, and feeling what can only be described as BIG LOVE. I say BIG LOVE, because before children, if you’ve been in love or loved friends or family…you think you grasp the concept of love. Then your child is handed to you and over the next few days, you … More The Decision That Made Me a Better Mother

A Love Letter to My Daughter on Her 1st Birthday

September 15, 2017

My Dearest Ruby, We made it. 1 year. You are healthy. You are happy. You are brilliant. The day I discovered I was pregnant with you was one of complete elation for me. You have made my heart happy from that very moment. When you are pregnant, as much as your baby feels a part … More A Love Letter to My Daughter on Her 1st Birthday

Weekly Workouts & Meal Prep

August 28, 2017

Hello Everyone!!! I DID SO MUCH RUNNING THIS WEEK!!! It felt so good but I am in need of some major stretching. For some reason, I tend to put yoga off in lieu of random tasks around the house. All.the.time. While this means my “yoga” days are super productive, my body NEEDS some stretching. … More Weekly Workouts & Meal Prep

When Life Doesn’t Go According to Plan

August 4, 2017

I am more than qualified to tell you to believe the clichés…

That when one door closes, another opens. Everything happens for a reason. That positivity is a choice. Gratitude is a practice. And that the happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts. I am a living breathing example that they are true. … More When Life Doesn’t Go According to Plan

Weekly Workouts & My Beautiful Meal Prep

July 17, 2017

Every time you prove you have a greater capacity for discomfort, you become a more self-assured, resilient, powerful, consequential version of your self. … More Weekly Workouts & My Beautiful Meal Prep

We Should All Be Feminists

July 13, 2017

Balancing Act & Why I Don’t Bake (Unless It’s Christmas)

July 8, 2017

I’ll be making a return to full time work in the fall. As the last few months of maternity leave slip away, I am filled with conflicting emotions of excitement, sadness and fear. As much as I have loved this past year of being home with my kids, watching them grow, I am eagerly anticipating … More Balancing Act & Why I Don’t Bake (Unless It’s Christmas)

Boating, Baby Goats, & Weekly Workouts

June 26, 2017

Well hello gorgeous! How was your weekend? Mine was fabulous. Let me tell you about it… Saturday morning, the kids and I received an invitation to go boating for the day. I took one look at the atrocious mess in my kitchen and living room and I said to my little guy, “Emmett, go pee … More Boating, Baby Goats, & Weekly Workouts

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