Some of our best decisions as a couple and parents this year: – make date nights a priority (and start trusting kiddos to be home by themselves more) – weekly schedule planning sessions – go after career goals and support … Continue reading
We had a year full of WONDERful milestones, new experiences, and growth (both physically and emotionally). Some of WonderGIRL’s favorite memories: Disney cruise My 15th birthday at Camp Firwood My whole summer – going to Silverwood, BraveGIRL coming to live … Continue reading
These past two weeks have been full of surprises – a super fast close and move date and then a whole week off with snow to settle in! As many of you know from the paint samples that were on … Continue reading
During church this past Sunday, our pastor talked about trusting the big and little ways that God continues to shape our lives even when we turn away from Him and hurl doubts and bitterness His way. He created a beautiful … Continue reading
A look back at each grade….the photos (sorry sis), the memories, the favorite teachers, and lessons learned! Enjoy! 5th gradeThis is the year I met my WonderGIRL. She was new to our elementary school (since moving in with her Grandma … Continue reading
5 months ago, we were anxiously waiting for 2 rods and 22 screws to be installed into WonderGIRL’s back by an amazing surgical staff at Seattle Children’s…..now here we are, pain-free and working on what a healthy attachment between Mama … Continue reading
This year I’ve encountered some new friends and colleagues that don’t know much about our family’s history – and I love sharing some of the monumental peaks and valleys woven throughout our now 7 years together (today is our “live-a-versary” … Continue reading
Each month since re-discovering some of Taylor’s newer work, there seems to be one song that rises to the surface as extra meaningful or is played on repeat from my Spotify. I thought I would document those songs here to … Continue reading
As many of you know, I love to focus on a word for the year versus resolutions and goals, etc. This seems particularly impactful for me this year as I am longing for and desperately searching for anchors to keep … Continue reading
I just recently listened to this podcast episode (highly recommend), highlighting sister Amanda’s experience with stepping into others’ times of needs and how it has shifted her perspective on asking for help. This naturally had me reflecting on my own … Continue reading