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I’m currently working on a post about my summer wardrobe staples as promised–but just felt the need to write about my feelings right now instead of something structured today. That’s the joy of an unmonetized, personal blog… I can share whatever I want 🙂
Well. Maybe part of why I’m writing today is that I actually can’t do that.… Read More »
Recently, I shared a few of my favorite positive affirmations for moms on the blog. One of them goes like this: I deserve nice, functional things that are within my budget.
One of the most difficult areas of life for me to apply that truth? Clothing. I want to look put together. I aspire to owning a wardrobe full of quality pieces that flatter my complexion and figure, are easy to mix and match, easy to care for, and timeless.… Read More »
Recently I’ve been reading parenting and discipline books. The Montessori Toddler, No-Drama Discipline, Call of the Wild + Free, and How to Talk so Kids will Listen and Listen so Kids will Talk. I read them, originally, with the intention of improving my own parenting of my kids.
But these books have caused me to reflect on my own upbringing in a challenging but good way. They have made me rethink a lot of the beliefs and values that I learned growing up, that I now recognize to be quite self-limiting.… Read More »
The mystery of my fatigue, that is.
I’ve been extremely tired since Aidan was born and getting progressively moreso. Which is odd because he sleeps amazingly well for a 4-month-old, especially since we started combo feeding. We currently nurse 4-5 times per day and do 3-4 bottles in addition.… Read More »
Once the warm weather hits, my cravings shift from all things rich and hearty–chilis, casseroles, enchiladas, lots of protein and carbs–to lighter, more hydrating and veggie-ful dishes. Give me all the veggies these days!
Lately I’ve gotten back into baking, trying new dinner recipes and rediscovering old favorites. I’ve been cooking more vegetarian and vegan meals after my meat/eggs kick whilst exclusively nursing. Or, if I do cook meat, it’s more as another ingredient or condiment versus being the “main dish” on its own.… Read More »