Emotional Well Being
Posts about coping with stress, anxiety, mom guilt, celebrating small victories, self-care, and anticipating future challenges.
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From the Middle of it.
Some days feel really hard, here’s some thoughts from the middle of it
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Just Breathe
After weeks of allergic reactions, sleepless nights, and endless chaos, We are back. and I realized something: I’ve been living in a constant state of reaction. This is the story of one tired mama learning to slow down, breathe, and trust that God’s got the rest.
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Snapshots of Joy: Back to Music Class
Dot’s joy shines brightest in music. This week, we returned to music class—a place of giggles, shakers, and spinning songs. Watching her grab instruments, follow the beat, and light up with delight was my moment to hold on to this last week
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Snapshots of Joy: Dot’s First Piano Experience
Snapshots of Joy is a weekly look at the small, magical moments in our family’s life. This week, Dot experiences the piano for the first time, soaking in music and wonder.
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Will I Ever Get To Leave The House?
In those early months of newborn life, even leaving the house felt impossible. Between NICU recovery, surgeries, and an unpredictable schedule, I wondered if I’d ever get out again. Here’s how things slowly shifted—and why even a coffee shop outing now feels like a gift.
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Snapshots of Joy: Visits
This week was one for visiting with people we love. We drove down to have lunch with my old college roommate. Sometimes it feels surreal to remember the mischief we got up to in college—our lives are so different now, and it’s strange to think about how things were back then. Now we’ve both traveled,…
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Snapshots of Joy: Dot’s First Rodeo
Snapshots of Joy is a weekly glimpse into the small but beautiful moments that light up our family’s journey. This week, Dot experienced the Rodeo, and her joy was unforgettable.