Magic Moments

Last month my husband requested a camping trip for his birthday and it was such a lovely experience for our family… time to unplug, spend time outdoors, and have fun finding things to do outside of our regular place and routine. But I admit it wasn’t always “easy.”  We got to the campsite later than… {read more}

Cherish the precious moments.  I know it is cliche, and so hard to do when times are tough, but I feel it is also very helpful to remember every now and again.  I think of this phrase often these days while looking at my 2 and a half year old who is now becoming a… {read more}

Most moms would probably agree that life as a mom is busy and can be very stressful.  It is *not* always easy to see the “cup half full,” especially when our own cup is running dry from lack of sleep and giving constant attention to everyone around us.  I think taking regular small chunks of… {read more}

I can’t believe how little my boys are in this photo, taken over a year ago.  My oldest is turning 5 in two weeks and, looking back, I can now see just how incredibly precious these moments were when my children were so young.  Here they were painting a canvas which we now have hanging… {read more}

I love how this photo captures my son’s pure enjoyment, just being in the moment and having fun.  Gazing at his sweet little smile reminds me how much joy we can feel from cherishing what we have right in front of us, instead of worrying about what we don’t have or thinking about what we… {read more}