Surprise Baby Seeley is due April 27th and we couldn't be happier! We were super shocked to find out about our little Surprise, but we are so looking forward to all that this little one will bring to our lives. I wasn't planning on being a preggo/mom blogger just yet, but I guess that is changing too! As a first time mom who has been around kids all her life, this is an especially interesting experience. Many of the things I'm going through, I've witnessed or heard about from friends, family, and co-wokers. … [Read more...]
You’re Too Emotional
You're too emotional. I can't tell you how many times I've heard that phrase. Most of the people who said it didn't mean to hurt me. But boy did it hurt. … [Read more...]
12 Summer Date Ideas
It's so important to plan time to spend with your signigicant other. Hubbs and I are making date night more of a priority as part of our committment to live a more restful life. Planning dates can be something both people take part in, and when you plan ahead of time it removes the endless circle of "What do you want to do?" "I don't know, what do you want to do?" (...You know what I'm talking about!) So set aside a night that works for both of you, get a babysitter if you need one, and spend some time together! … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Live a More Restful Life
When it comes to resting, I think the automatic way of thinking is that it is something seperate from life itself. We go and do until we are exhausted and can't go and do anymore. Then we rest. I don't think this is healthy. I think that resting should be part of living - a lens through which we see our lives and responsibilities. I'm not talking about laziness or lack of work ethic, but I have been convicted lately that I cannot possibly serve others when I am constantly drained and exhausted. … [Read more...]