They were young when they married. (As in, younger than I was, and I was only 20.) Growing up, I always thought of her early life as a Cinderella story. Her mother died in childbirth, and life with her stepmother was not what a mother would hope for, for her daughter. Cheren's life began when she …
The Marriage Diaries: “One Thing We Were Horrible At”
I'm happy to introduce you to a favorite blogger of mine, Anne Bogel from Modern Mrs. Darcy. She writes about everything from self-care to family relationships, but she threads it all together with an ongoing narrative about books. I love books and have gotten so many recommendations from this girl! …
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Milestones for Moms
We watch eagerly for our children to hit their milestones. We're bursting to show the whole world when our baby learns to clap...or sit up...or (eventually) write his name. What we sometimes miss, though, are the milestones we're hitting—as moms. Do you remember the first time you— To read my …
What We Are Worshipping…
It makes me so happy whenever my husband contributes a quote to our family chalkboard. This is a great one, from Ralph Waldo Emerson: "That which dominates our imaginations and our thoughts will determine our lives and our character...What we are worshipping we are becoming." …
The Marriage Diaries: I’m a Runner
It is an honor for me to host the ever-adorable Emily Anderson of The Anderson Crew. I'm continually inspired by her encouragement for moms to embrace the camera instead of staying behind it. Welcome to the Marriage Diaries! Surprise, I am super selfish. I really don't think we can fully grasp the …
What I Learned in October
Can you believe this month—this year—is coming to a close? I cannot. Here's a quick life update combined with a few lessons I learned in October: You all sure know how to make a girl feel good after a hard week! Thank you for the well wishes! Signs proclaiming "Hot Firemen Ahead!" …
