"We need to admit you tonight. Is there someone here with you?" "Wait, why?" "Because, mama, at this point, he's safer out of you than in you." Talk about shock! I struggled with high blood pressure the last month of my pregnancy. That day, I was running some very high readings, and my husband begged … Continue reading The Miracle of Matthew: One Year Later
Some Parenting Realness
It's 4am and this mama can't sleep. Baby usually pushes on my bladder in the 3 o'clock hour every night. I'm lucky if I can fall back asleep within the few hours I have left before it's time to start the day. I know, I know...using my phone doesn't help. But my mind is heavy. … Continue reading Some Parenting Realness
Baby Rod’s 1st Heavenly Birthday
My heart has been heavy all week. And yesterday, it finally spilled over. I couldn't stop the tears at work, the tears on the drive home, the tears while making dinner for my sons. I guess the only good that came of being so emotionally exhausted was that I didn't have trouble falling (and staying) … Continue reading Baby Rod’s 1st Heavenly Birthday
One Year into Mommyhood: An Open Letter to My Angel
My dear angel, One year ago today, I found out I was pregnant with you, our first little love. The sweet little angel who made me a mommy, a role I've longed for such a long time. All week, Facebook Memories has reminded me of all the sweet moments Daddy and I had with you … Continue reading One Year into Mommyhood: An Open Letter to My Angel