May ~ 31 Days: 31 Mothers.
The Miracle of Adoption!
This weekend I have been thinking about the first time I held Tyson and Gavin. When we arrived at the hospital on the day Tyson was born, Mr. R rushed to Tyson's birth mom's side. She had had some complications and he wanted to make sure she was okay. He ran (literally) to her room. I got to the doorway and stopped not wanting to upset Nicole or disrespect her in any way. Within a couple minutes, Nicole's mom asked me if I wanted to hold new little Tyson. My heart … [Read More...]
Our Open Adoption
I'm not a size two, and once in a while my girls have crazy hair when we head out the door! I have a pretty nice home, great husband, my two girls, Brielle and Aria, and my sweet son, Gavin, who is almost one! From the outside all looks " NORMAL", but it's actually much better than normal. It's large, unique, and sometimes complicated. I'm an adoptive mom of two of our 3 kiddos and we have a very open relationship with all our birth parents and their families! We have them stay with us or vice … [Read More...]
Meeting My Son.
I remember the exact moment I saw him for the first time. My heart swelled, tempting to burst, my body immediately reaching towards his; every breath he took was my own. Eyes fixed to him, daring to memorize his every feature. Smitten. My arms ached as I held him, bidding time to stand still. He stole my breath away, as I inadequately stumbled for words to reach my lips. Instead, tears rolled down my cheeks, as my heart … [Read More...]
My Views on Biracial Adoption
February was black history month. It seemed every time I turned around there were stories of triumphant blacks, sad cultural phenomenons, and historical feats. I am obviously extra sensitive to these issues considering Denali's skin color. People often ask me my thoughts on having a biracial family, and as naive as it may sound I don't think it is a big deal at all. I think we have a son who we are completely in love with, who happens to be black. He is an equal and unique part of our … [Read More...]
I am proud to be a birth mother.
I woke up this morning with the sound of her laughter in my ears, though I have never heard such sound. Her smile graces my thoughts throughout the day... everyday. The "what if" and "only if" haunt my distracted mind. Questions that may never be answered, linger with every step and decision that I make. Her beautiful wings have spread and she gracefully explores life, as she should. I still ache for the baby I once knew, though her eyes are 11 years old now. My heart still misses those … [Read More...]
Multiple Multiples
In April, I ran a marathon. That's right. 26.2 never ending, oh crap, will this ever be done (?!?!!), miles. Needless to say, it was a loooooong race. But I persevered and finished the darn thing. I had many ups and downs along the way. One minute, I was feeling the runners rush. I felt good and was cranking out the miles. Then I was absolutely hating running. I mean HATING it. What was I thinking? Had I completely lost my mind? Then, after a few Ibuprofen and a banana, I was … [Read More...]
You’re (NOT) gonna miss this.
In my 8 short years as a mother, I have recognized how many times on Mother's Day I hear my fellow moms spout out how much they hate this holiday. I guess it leaves a bad taste in many women's mouths to have a day to recognize how they just don't measure up. I, myself, love Mother's Day, but we could all use some down to earth reminders of what our day to day lives entail being a mother. From all of us at Smitten By, Happy Mother's Day! May you read our fabulous … [Read More...]
Motherhood is…In the Heart
Motherhood is……In the Heart Contributing post by Smitten By reader: Angela Keddington The body takes on new meaning in bringing a child into the world. So does the heart. The womb stretches, as a child grows 9 precious months, sharing life with her that gave life, the child’s own beating heart, and breadth to the soul. Once her heart has been stretched by love, the shape will be changed FOREVER. The heart will never be the same. The heart … [Read More...]
Angel Babies
“Angel Babies” by Kristy Ralphs My name is Kristy and I am a wife and mother of ten, who is having the wonderful opportunity to of raising four beautiful children on this earth while waiting eagerly for the day when I get to raise my other six, my angel babies. Almost twelve years ago I stood with a plastic stick in my hand staring at that double pink line and feeling my heart race and I tried to wrap my brain around the idea that I was … [Read More...]
$50 Fash-N-Daily Giveaway!
Today's giveaway comes from Annie over at Fash- N- Daily and she is giving away 2- $25 gift cards to buy anything you are smitten by in her shop! Here is a little snippet at what Fash N Daily is all about- "Fash N Daily offers great fashion accessories at amazing prices. ALL of our on-trend items are marked WAY below the retail price in order to keep being fashionable affordable! We offer handbags, hats, scarves, jewelry, sunglasses, and even collegiate accessories! You can find our … [Read More...]
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