The other day I was playing Legos with our daughter. As she was verbalizing this little pretend play script, I loved to hear what her little mind was imagining. My husband and I often look at each other when we hear her pretending away and say, “It’s so fun to just hear her play!” And…
Back when I was a part-time elementary secretary at the school I worked at in Minnesota, I got to know the teachers fairly well. Being a small school and being that first person people saw when they walked in, you quickly got to know everyone. The Kindergarten teacher at the time, Stephanie, became a friend…
Week number who knows what in lockdown, but I am growing to love this. I know that may sound odd, but I often find when we have slower times in life or when I am forced to slow down, it’s because I’m recovering from a procedure or surgery. Those times are often quite difficult, so…
I’m sure you’ve heard of the saying “own it”. Basically it means to be okay with who you are. Quirks and all! And that is something I think we often struggle with. Yet during this quarantine time, I’m sure you’ve had your life thrown before your very eyes, that has made you take a step…
Are you ready to start adding some social events to your planner? I know I am! Even though it is nice to have an open calendar at times, I firmly believe we were also created to be in community. To be with one another. To learn from another. And that is why adding some social…
How are you all doing? Dan and I have often said that even though this is such a crazy time, we also couldn’t be more thankful for it. We sure have spent a lot of time together, but it’s been wonderful. We’ve been able to do things we normally wouldn’t do, like finish concrete around…
