Often in the past, Lord, I have come to thee with a heavy heart and burdened life. And thou hast answered my prayers and graciously lifted the burden from me. Yet with strange perversion, I still refuse to leave my burdens with thee. Always I gather them up- those heavy bundles of fears and anxieties- and shoulder them again. -Peter Marshall
there is nothing more pleasant to this mother’s ear than the sound of my kids laughing together. it really stops time for me. when it happens, nothing I am doing matters nor anything someone else is saying. it’s like my ears have a radar for it. i am drawn to it.
as a family, we try to foster their relationships with one another as much as possible. my husband is really great about wrestling with the boys and making them team up against him to be able to take him down. they learn that they need one another to accomplish their goal. and they love it! and when little sister is upset, they are both wonderful to jump in to help her be happy again. it’s really precious. i don’t take it lightly that they can work together. i know that it is something that we have to work on, continually through life.
drum roll, please…. I am announcing to you that I am now a Stella & Dot stylist! Okay, so maybe not drum roll worthy, but it’s a big deal.
I have been wanting to do something like this for a while and now I am! I am so excited about it. I need time out of the house with other girls. I like that there is no pressure- it’s really just fun! And I absolutely love the jewelry!!
Take a look at the site and tell me what you think. I really would love your feedback. And hey- if you would host a show for me in your home or online- even better!! Let’s chat!
well, i’m back in! my sweet husband has fixed my site so now I can begin again. lots have changed in my break. so i have a lot to write about. and i am really looking forward to starting again! please join me. dialog with me. let’s create a community of encouragement here. that’s the whole purpose for me. let it begin!!
What is it? The science of scents and their impact on our brain chemistry and overall health is called aromatherapy. Using natural scents to calm, invigorate, balance, or focus throughout the day is a beautiful way to bring wellness into your routine.
Essential oils feel and work differently than vegetable oils. Vegetable oils are pressed from the seeds of plants and feel slippery and greasy to the touch. Essential oils are distilled from plants and are highly concentrated extracts from all the plant parts; flower, tree, root and shrub. They are light to the touch and evaporate rapidly. Because they are so concentrated, a little goes a long way.
as you know, a month ago my sweet baby girl joined us.
before she was born I found these adorable shoes for her.
here she is wearing them today!
want some? Visit JolieBerry on etsy!
So, I told you I have been reading The Mom Walk by Sally Clarkson. Some of the stuff is just really speaking to me- where I am. I wanted to share a short part of it.
I love the blog C Jane. Her most recent post, First the Babies, really speaks to me! All you moms, who like me, are having a hard time with contentment at this stage of life- read it and connect with her. It speaks of just being content where we are, simplifying life and enjoying the day. Hope you like it too!
Happiness is a butterfly, which, when pursued, is always just beyond your grasp, but which, if you will sit down quietly, may alight upon you.
~Nathaniel Hawthorne
