Banana Bread Recipe
Banana Bread Recipe Banana bread is one of those things you either love or hate. I myself love it! I find it makes a wonderful breakfast, with a little cream cheese or real butter smeared across it, YUM! It is a great way to use up bananas that might find their way in the trash, and it also makes a wonderful gift for a neighbor who may need a little cheering up. I especially love the little surprises I've added to my "go to" recipe to make it over the top. Banana … [Read More...]
Adoption Part 4
Sunday I woke up anxious to get to the end of the day when we would meet Handsome. Once again, I was very thankful to be watching General Conference and feeling the spirit of the day. I look forward to General Conference every six months so I can veg in my PJ's, watch church on TV and still get credit for attending! We always get crafts to do with the kids, so it is easier to sit through all 4 hours. The little ones come and go as they please, but they catch quite a … [Read More...]
Top 7 things moms should know about Disneyland
Since the theme for the month of May is Motherhood (naturally) and I’m a Disney Travel Expert, I thought it would be fun to share the top 7 things ALL moms should know when taking a Disneyland vacation – no matter the age of your kids! I am looking forward to using these tips myself when I take my new baby, who will be six-months-old at the time, to Disneyland. Am I worried about it? No way. Navigating The Happiest Place on Earth with children (even the youngest of children) can be a breeze … [Read More...]
Adoption Part 3
SATURDAY was a waiting game. Luckily it was General Conference and it helped distract me. My emotional self was so raw after fasting the day before and the adoption was forefront in my brain. I vacillated back and forth between letting myself get excited and keeping up walls of protection. I have had a path of motherhood that has prepared me for may facets of this situation. I knew how big of deal this was. Back when I was 20 and naive, everything seemed simple. Parenthood is … [Read More...]
Adoption Part 2
Pink Moss is running around chasing Mr. Handsome. He is fast Lightening fast! So this is what my "boy mom" friends always spoke of. Boundless energy vs. Hormonal changes Now I get to experience both! On FRIDAY I posted this. I decided to fast all day Friday in hopes of clarity and help in making a very serious decision so fast. Jon and I prayed in the morning and went on our separate ways. I had huge lists on both sides of the equation. … [Read More...]
Our Adoption: Part One
This story is so crazy to me, I have decided to write it in parts, six parts. There were six days from start to finish in this story that changed all of our lives forever. THURSDAY To begin, I have to give a little information on myself. I came from a family of three boys and two girls. I grew up with Superman, He-Man, Star Wars, and any other "man" you can name. I was active. I never sat around playing with dolls or wondering what the boys were doing. I was hanging … [Read More...]
Asberger’s & Motherhood
Asberger's & Motherhood- Guest post by Porsche Christensen NO! I can’t put my clothes on! You do it!” “You do realize that you’ll be 5 next month and 5 year olds put their own clothes on?” “NO! I can’t do it!” “Please, eat your French toast.” “No! I want cereal!” “I made French toast.” “NO! Can I have a peanut butter sandwich?” “No. Eat your French Toast.” “Mom, put a TV in the kitchen!” “No. We don’t need a TV … [Read More...]
Plan B~
I have someone very close to me going through one of the harder trials of her life at this very moment. She and her husband needed a little help in getting pregnant and after an expensive, painful, and humbling in vitro experience, they found out that they were happily expecting twins. About 8 weeks ago they found out that one of the twins had a fluke, non-genetic, and very unusual abnormality that was imminently fatal. That sweet angel baby could not live outside of his mother’s womb, and … [Read More...]
Discount Disneyland Tickets !
Discount Disneyland tickets Info: Are you wanting to plan a vacation to Disneyland and are looking for a deal? Or for those that missed this deal last time they had it! Get Away Today has a deal going on right now to get 5 day tickets for the price of a 3 day ticket. You have to book them by the 24th of this month but you have until Dec 31,2013 to use them. They do offer payment plans as long as you pay it off 3 weeks before your booked vacation. If you want in on this deal … [Read More...]
The Miracle of Motherhood
The Miracle of Motherhood By Anna Golightly Jeffs "No matter how motherhood comes to you, it's a miracle" Motherhood is MORE than bearing children, though it is certainly that. It is the essence of who we are as women. It defines our very identity, our divine stature and nature, and the unique traits God gave us. It’s a heartfelt and righteous plea to want to be a mother. When this didn’t happen for me in my time frame, it took leaning on the … [Read More...]
Eating Disorder Part 8- You Choose
Eating Disorder Part 8- You Choose As therapy went on I learned a lot about what the words eating disorder encompass. Most people {myself included} think of anorexia or bulimia when we hear the words eating disorder but really eating disorders can be characterized by eating patterns that disrupt a person's mental, physical, and emotional health. This may be from eating too much, like bulimia nervosa and binge eating, or restrictive eating, such as anorexia nervosa. If you switch the … [Read More...]
PINK SAMSUNG CAMERA {GIVEAWAY}
I am so excited to tell you all about this incredible giveaway brought to you by an even more incredible group of bloggers! But only because we love ya! This giveaway is for not one, or two but THREE WINNERS! Two of you will win a $50 Amazon gift card and One of you will win this fantastic camera! We are especially excited about THIS camera (the samsung NX1000) because of how Amazing it is AND it's pink...(which is a HUGE bonus)! This little goodie is the perfect marriage between … [Read More...]
Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread Recipe
Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread Recipe I always wanted to be the kind of mom who bakes her own whole wheat bread, never having to buy loaves from the store. Over the years I've experimented with so many different recipes and found that each one was good right after it came out of the oven, but after that it became dry and crumbly. It was really very frustrating! It wasn't until last year that my friend Michele over at sweet luvin' in the kitchen shared her favorite sandwich bread. … [Read More...]
Abuse and Motherhood
Guest Post- Abuse and Motherhood It wasn’t my original intention to share this part of me, but in light of recent events my emotional wounds are so raw and so real, I just had to find a way to get them out. Even as I sit typing now, tears are flowing down my face. This is a little look into my real life. A part of me that most would never guess is there, a part of me that I’m more than willing to talk to others about, but usually I speak from a very emotionally unattached way. Not … [Read More...]
Eating Disorder- Understood
Eating Disorder Part 7- Understood I sat in the waiting room with sweaty palms feeling sick to my stomach trying not to stare at the door. I had no idea what I was doing here. I had no idea what I was going to say and I was so afraid that the therapist would look at me and tell me I was fine. That I was wasting her time by being there. Here is a little secret for ya... if my sister-in-law hadn't made special arrangements for me to meet with this therapist I would have walked out … [Read More...]
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