Our middle sons are twins, and it has been quite a learning curve raising this little two pack. Keeping up with two humans who are in the same stage at the same time can be overwhelming. Teething was the absolute WORST when they were both screaming all hours of the night. I think I still … Continue reading But That’s Not Fair!: When Comparison Steals Our Joy
Author: threeboysandahope
My Struggle Out of Shame
A dear friend recently asked me to contribute on her blog, Lemons In My Coffee. She started a series titled "I'll Go First" and there have been so many amazing stories shared of redemption and grace, and I was honored to be asked. My struggle with shame has been a long one, but it's brought … Continue reading My Struggle Out of Shame
5 Tips to Help Manage ADHD
*When I first started writing this post, I intended it to be geared towards people who have ADHD or have some connection to this diagnosis. As I typed, however, I realized this could all apply to a far wider audience. Now, titling this: 5 Tips to Help Manage ADHD (But If You Don't Have ADHD … Continue reading 5 Tips to Help Manage ADHD
Trading Spaces: We Switched Rooms With Our Kids (And It’s AWESOME)
Over the years as homeowners I've had some pretty far fetched or off the wall design ideas, most of which never came to be (probably a good thing for half of them!) but my most recent one actually turned out better than I had even hoped! Our house is laid out in a way that … Continue reading Trading Spaces: We Switched Rooms With Our Kids (And It’s AWESOME)
Learning to Be Small
It is a gloriously rainy day here in Northern California, and I have delighted in it. Rainy days have always had a marvelous way of speaking to my soul and prompting a whole lot of self introspection. Something about how big the clouds are makes me feel small and safe somehow. It has been over … Continue reading Learning to Be Small
Twas the Night Before a Mother’s Christmas
A few years ago I was tasked with writing something for the Christmas meeting our local MOPS was having. I tossed around a lot of ideas, and thought of various skits and dialogues, but nothing felt right. I just couldn't get Twas the Night Before Christmas out of my head, and I kept catching myself … Continue reading Twas the Night Before a Mother’s Christmas
I Am Not the Savior
Can I just tell you how NOT together I have felt lately? These last couple of weeks have been an excellent reminder of how much I am NOT in control here. If it’s not a suddenly unfillable prescription, it’s a runaway dog. If it’s not one son needing extra help at school it’s another one … Continue reading I Am Not the Savior
Living With ADHD
This is probably one of the most personal blogs posts I have ever written, and against all self-preservation instincts, I am feeling compelled to share it. Sometimes we don’t realize we have been hiding until someone busts open the door and shines a flash light in our eyes. So, here goes nothing… Hi, my name … Continue reading Living With ADHD
FabFitFun Review!
Well hello there! If you have followed my blog for awhile you know that a review on a subscription box isn’t my usual subject matter, but there’s a first time for everything! I have been getting these boxes for almost a full year, and anytime I mention it I get asked the same question: ‘what … Continue reading FabFitFun Review!
That Time We Went Camping…
Do you ever notice how some of the best memories come from things that were frustrating or unpleasant at the time? They turn into stories that get told and retold at family reunions or gatherings, followed by copious amounts laughter. I try to remind myself in the midst of everyday parenting frustrations that “someday this … Continue reading That Time We Went Camping…
