Category Archives: Defining Motherhood

Every once in a while, Jonas will come home from school singing a song I don’t know. I admit that it’s a bit strange. Up until he started school, I knew everything that was a part of his world. If … Continue reading →

I have always appreciated alone time, but yesterday was one of those days when that time couldn’t come quickly enough. It just came in the form of a trip my pre-kid self never would’ve counted as a getaway. Kenna decided … Continue reading →

I’ll be honest; I’m not much of a newborn fan. At least generally speaking. I prefer the stage when they get a bit older, more interactive and independent. Or at least that’s how it has been in the past. When … Continue reading →

What do I want this Valentine’s Day? First, put the jewelry and flowers away. There is no need for a mushy greeting. And chocolates are so fleeting. Besides I have plenty of weight to drop And my diet is already enough … Continue reading →

This being my third pregnancy, you’d think I was a pro at giving birth. Well, after my 16-hour labor with number one, you’d think that would earn me some sort of pro status. Even still, I know that every birth … Continue reading →

As much advice and wisdom I have, I do my best not to share it all the time. Instead, I keep it to myself unless first asked. Well, sometimes. But recently I had a moment when I had to share … Continue reading →

I’m just a few short weeks away from my due date. As with my first two babies, I’m in no rush to see the pregnancy end. I find babies are more portable and easier to care for in utero, so … Continue reading →

“Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not caring what anyone else says.” ~ Gore Vidal Kenna has a style and flare all her own. She can sport a pink frilly dress one moment, a … Continue reading →

It’s the New Year and the traditional time to make resolutions. I’ll be honest, with the baby a month away, I’m not really looking to set steadfast goals. Would I like to write a book? Absolutely. Brush up on my … Continue reading →

What’s it like being at the end of pregnancy during Christmas? It’s like living in super-warp speed. The end of pregnancy can go quickly enough, as does the holiday season. Combine the two and a month feels like the blink … Continue reading →