Tag: Thoughts on Motherhood
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A Special Valentine Arrival
It seems as though an entire season of laughter, tears, and gratitude has elapsed between February 1 and today. It’s hard to believe that it’s already the middle of March. Last month, our dear friends welcomed a precious little boy into their lives. He was born at 33 weeks exactly. This type of news is…
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Thoughts on Motherhood and Traveling: Part 2
To read Part 1, click HERE! During a recent flight, I had the chance to sit next to the window and gaze out at some incredible cloud formations. Perhaps I was just focused on missing Olivia, but the clouds (and really the whole process of flying) made me think about motherhood. Some similarities that I…
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Thoughts on Traveling and Motherhood: Part 1
Over the past two months, I’ve spent two weekends away from my sweet baby girl. I’m happy to report that she did great! I, on the other hand, was largely a hot mess. Part of me was so excited to escape my current reality for just a few precious days. The other part was overwhelmed…
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Thoughts on Motherhood
While we were in Washington DC, my sister-in-law shared some words of wisdom from her mother. I’m going to remember these words: “The troubles are little when they’re little.” Such a simple little statement packed with a powerful punch. Now, neither she or I are trying to downplay some of the very critical issues that…
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Inspirational Words for Mamas with Preemies
For the second time in less than 2 months, a status on my Facebook wall has popped up about a friend (or a friend of a friend) delivering early… like really early. 26 or 28 weeks early. When these updates appear, I actually have a physical reaction. A rush comes over me- knowing what we…