Sometimes I get questions from family and friends as to why I don’t share more about the kids on the blog or social media. I could claim it’s for safety reasons, respecting their privacy or that I’m just maintaining the original purpose of the blog (a lifestyle, not parenting blog) but those are more benefits of not sharing much about them, not the why.

The more kids I have, the more I realize how important it is to continue to be someone outside of motherhood. I know many trad/evangelical influencers disagree with me on this. There is a LOT of content out there that elevates the idea of “dying to self” in motherhood and finding your entire purpose in your home and children. I really dislike that idea. Having kids doesn’t necessitate losing your sense of self.… Read More »