You know that thing they call the “corporate ladder”? Well, I just stepped off of it and got onto the “Mommy Ladder”. I resigned from my job on Thursday. After six months of working myself to the point of utter physical and mental exhaustion I decided I had had enough. Most … [Read more...] about The Mommy Ladder
Change is Inevitable
Does anyone else have major trouble dealing with change? I remember back in 2003 when I decided to leave my safe job to try my hand as a wedding coordinator at a local venue. I was so nervous about it that I broke out in hives for a week! I usually get very anxious about the … [Read more...] about Change is Inevitable
Bump in the Road
Something scary happened on Wednesday. I went to the bathroom, which I do every 10 minutes it seems, only this time there was blood. I was at work so I tried to stay calm but everything in my brain was screaming “OH MY GOD, NO!” I called Naaman who told me to call the doctor. The … [Read more...] about Bump in the Road
Houston . . . we have a heartbeat!
I had my first ultrasound yesterday morning. I was very nervous but our little bean popped up very quickly to say hello : ) We could instantly see the little heartbeat flickering and then the technician turned on the sound so we could hear it. I immediately started bawling. I … [Read more...] about Houston . . . we have a heartbeat!
I’m going to be a Mommy
Let me go back a little in order to tell this story. My 29th birthday was December 6th. It was a nice day. My parents came over to our house around 8:00 p.m. when Naaman got off work to have cake. For as long as I can remember, my parents have sung happy birthday to me and I’ve … [Read more...] about I’m going to be a Mommy
Getting Stronger
Roxie’s two week post-op check up was yesterday. Naaman and I were both worried that the vet would say that her pins had come out of place. I prayed last night that they hadn’t because I didn’t want Roxie to have to go through another surgery. The vet was encouraged when he … [Read more...] about Getting Stronger
Week from Hell
Most everyone knows that I was in a car accident in March 2005 where I was rear-ended and sustained severe whiplash. I have suffered a lot ever since. I went through painful physical therapy and a lengthy and emotional lawsuit, which I won out of court shortly after returning … [Read more...] about Week from Hell
Crazy Weekend
Well, this crazy weekend is over. I coordinated my Cousin Tim’s wedding and I can proudly say, it went off without a hitch. I am very happy that Tim found someone who will always be there for him. Years ago, Tim lost his sight and I know it has been quite a struggle for him and … [Read more...] about Crazy Weekend
A Great Love Story
I feel compelled to post this information because it has been on my mind for the past couple of days. I heard about Jennifer Ireland’s story on Mix 93.3 and immediately went to her blog to read about what she and her family are going through. I don’t think I was prepared for what … [Read more...] about A Great Love Story
Homemade Pedialyte Popsicles for When Your Kids Get the Sickies
We recently had a round of the sickies go through our house. First, Sawyer started vomiting. Then it hit Brigham. And last, Landon got it. With low-grade fevers and a quick recovery, I am thankful we were able to manage it at home. It’s always disheartening to see your … [Read more...] about Homemade Pedialyte Popsicles for When Your Kids Get the Sickies