Today we started my braids, and I’m just so excited for them to be done! I have been so frustrated with my hair that I finally gave in and figured out how to do jumbo braids with some help from my mama. We haven’t finished yet, but they are looking pretty good so far. I’mContinue reading “Braids”
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Meet Day
My daughter had a meet today. What’s great about meet days is that they are family days too.We went to a new meet for us. This meet was organized to raise money for the Special Olympics. My oldest was the one competing. She looked great. She had a fantastic attitude and even got a blanketContinue reading “Meet Day”
Happiness is Homemade.
“Happiness is homemade.” Speaking of homemade, I wanted some tea biscuits, so I pulled up the recipe and made some! My daughter even got home just in time to join me. It required some patience on my part since she’s five and loves finding her own way. but it all worked out in the end.Continue reading “Happiness is Homemade.”
Discovering New Libraries: A Personal Journey
We tried a new library today! It was a really nice library. It was not as busy as my favorite library, and it had everything we wanted. I sat and played a coding game with my little one. I read her a book, and we finished her homework while we were there. It was niceContinue reading “Discovering New Libraries: A Personal Journey”
Dr. Suess
Before I knew anything about Roald Dahl, I loved me some Dr. Seuss. I think I loved Dr. Seuss for longer than I should have. I wasn’t the best childhood reader, but that didn’t take away my joy for reading Dr. Suess. I’m reminded about Suess because lately my little one has been talking aboutContinue reading “Dr. Suess”
Tomorrow Marks 16 Years
I had my first born 16 years ago. As crazy as this may sound, my first born saved me. Having her made me braver. I pushed myself further than I thought I’d ever go because I wanted to be my best for her, but over these past few years she’s given me the space toContinue reading “Tomorrow Marks 16 Years”
Not Just A Writer
Today I stayed home with my little one. She’s on the BRAT diet but generally ok. We worked on letters. Played with bubbles. Snuggled and had some technology and then ended the day with that new Gudetama series on Netflix. It was cute. I enjoyed getting some rest with my youngest and I even spentContinue reading “Not Just A Writer”
Mom’s Presence
On sick days I appreciate watching movies with my mama. Something about having my mama there enjoying a good murder mystery that makes me feel better. There’s a million reasons why I love my mama but something about having her around when I’m feeling under the weather makes it a little bit easier for me.
Close By
If it was best I’d wipe every single tear that hit your cheek I’d be there to defend you the moment You were treated in unfairly If I could help it I’d always catch you before you could fall But there’s wisdom to be learned In all of those So I just stay close AndContinue reading “Close By”
Mom Duty 😴
Singing birds singing souls Twitchy eyes and wiggly toes I think I see it, a comfy bed Where I can rest and lay my head. Saschia Johnson
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