the cliche post about my year in review and New Year’s Goals

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I've been reflecting a lot lately... by 'lately' I mean, bits and pieces here and there in between changing diapers, cooking gluten free, taking up running, blogging and stuffing my face with delicious holiday foods... yeah, there hasn't been much time for personal reflection and introspective thinking but as I sit here feeling pleasantly full and warm with a fuzzy blanket, this year rolls by … [Read more...]

Earning Bread

Lately I've wanted to post on a new DIY or craft-esque idea- but honestly I've not had the time or the energy to do anything. I think my ability to receive inspiration and have excitement has a lot to do with how things are going on in my life and lately everything has been different and a little difficult. Different isn't always bad- but usually when it's different things like hobbies take a … [Read more...]

Fading Scars

I've really debated on posting this. Sometimes I feel like I over share, but whatever, that's why I created this blog to begin with! :) A Sam's Club bag of Ghirardelli double chocolate bittersweet chips is an arm's length away from me. Some weeks are defined in the good, the places visited and the friends, then other weeks are defined by the poundage of chocolate ate. I've noticed that if I get … [Read more...]

1/20,000

Those moments, the memories that come crashing down on our heads, the fire that burns and scorches our flesh... the moments that shape our souls like clay, whirling on the potters wheel. It feels like a knife in the heart at times, stealing breath and causing panic that can be difficult to mask.There is still the warmth of sunshine on my face, I still hear the buzzing of the bees and smell the … [Read more...]