Dear Emmett, Today, you turn 5. In the blink of an eye, you have become a little boy. I treasure the mornings you crawl quietly into my bed and curl up next to me… It reminds me of the days when you were small and I could wrap you up in my arms. You are … More Happy 5th Birthday Emmett
The past few months have been an unsettled, uncertain busy that have had me wonder several times, “how did I get here?” Honestly, I could probably attribute that same description to the past couple years of my life. But while 2017, felt like a year of becoming. 2018 felt like a year of pieces falling … More My First Post of 2019
My Ruby, Today you turn 2. It amazes me how quickly time passes… I’ve enjoyed every moment of these past 2 years with you and continue to feel a profound sense of joy in my heart that I’ve been give the opportunity to be your mother. It is THE GREATEST BLESSING to watch your beautiful … More Ruby Is 2 ♥️
I’ve wondered this week if divine justice and fairness exist. Does everything happen for a reason? Or, are we merely beings randomly subjected to misfortunes and lucky breaks without justification or rationale? Unexplained and irrevocable tragedies put my FAITH in the bigger picture to the test. “Heartbroken” — such a fitting use of words to … More Wildflower Hearts 🌸
This week was CRAZY!!! Between work, workouts and kids activities…I’m impressed and relieved we’ve made it to Friday. I frequently get the question, “How do you do everything you do?” To be honest, some days, I don’t even know…🤷🏻♀️ BUT, I’ve adopted the principles of improvisation, flexibility and adaptability. And these have been a game … More Improvisation, Flexibility & Adaptability
I was talking to a friend last night about life. I told her that lately, I feel so tired. I know I am busy. My life is filled with responsibilities, activities and commitments. The question that I’m constantly fielding is, “Do you think you’re doing too much?” I don’t know that there’s an affirmative answer … More Jen, You Need to Have More Fun
Having FAITH that the best is yet to come, is not a passive state but a brave commitment. It is BRAVE to believe in the unseen and in your entitlement to all that is good. FAITH is not merely surrender, cross your fingers and hope to God that everything doesn’t go the hell. Having faith … More Faith & Bravery
I had a conversation with a good friend yesterday about her desire to get back to the gym and clean up her diet. She said “Jenny, I know what to do and I’ll start first thing Monday morning but by 11am I’ll have fallen off the wagon again.” My response to her was, “So, you … More Tipping the Scales
Vernon Turner’s “Letter to my Younger Self” published in The Players Tribune, is beyond moving and so worth the read. This man’s story is incredible. He experienced some of the most difficult experiences that people can endure in life. Despite multiple obstacles, weighty responsibilities and the same self-doubt everyone experiences…he achieved what he intended. He … More Relentless
Hello Beauties!! How ya doin? Good. I love “My Favorite Thing” posts that other people put up because I love hearing about new products and what people think of them. So, I’m gonna do my own! I’ve got 5 health and beauty items that I’m totally diggin’ these days, so let’s get started… La Senza … More My Favorite Things!!!
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