You know, I had this post about how having a baby hasn't killed my marriage. People warn you of that, how having a baby changes your marriage. Of course it does! So does building a home, losing a job, changing jobs, getting married, losing a parent, moving states and a million other things. Everything that happens [...]
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Controlling the Chaos
I remember reading an article somewhere when I first had Cora. It stated that having a newborn does not mean your home needs to turn into a world of chaos. I have watched friends have babies and their world did just that, turned to chaos. Laundry piled in the corners, dishes stacked high, the look [...]
Dating in Today’s World
My sister has recently taken up online dating. On Match, to be exact. She has been divorced for a while now, not caring to date but taking the time to piece herself and her life back together. The dating profile has been a rolling joke on wine night. Hey, let's set one up for you! [...]
On Living In the Moment
My friends have come to visit on a regular basis. They have made the drive from the city or from the next town over. They make the trek up my road, that is hardly ever plowed and is merely a skating rink at this point. They ask how I am doing and the ones that [...]
8 Weeks Post Partum
I believe everyone will have a different experience with a newborn in their home. Some things will come easier to some than others, some moments will be better for some than others and some will have more hurdles than others. It doesn't make you a better parent than the next, it just makes it [...]
4 Weeks Postpartum – Feedings
As I mentioned before, I made the decision to bottle feed Cora and not breastfeed. I have not had any moments of regretting this decision, even after my milk came in and dried up. I have to say, I even had worry about how the nurses and others in the hospital would treat me for [...]
39 Weeks- The End is Near
Last week I started my maternity leave from work. Starting it early was one of the smarter moves I have made. It was about that same time that I started not being able to sleep very well due to being so uncomfortable. I can tell you I have spent the majority of the time walking, hiking, doing yoga [...]
38 Weeks – Perspective on Parenting
As the days drew closer and closer to our wedding date, three years ago, people offered up all sorts of advice. Some I found quite amusing seeing as I had already been married and divorced. My Husband started to get annoyed by some of the age old comments and advice and was ready for the [...]
Through My Mistakes 