To My Sons

Robe: Pink Blush Maternity, c/o

I have loved your father for nine years and we've been friends for twenty. He's been a part of my life more than he has not. We have quite the story, him and I, that one day we'll sit down and share with you. 

I can't help but think God knew the world needed more men like him and that's why He gave us two. Our story began when we were ten. Kids who enjoyed petty conversation over McDonalds nuggets or a Starbucks latte. When he told me he loved me and that he always would. We loved deeply as oceans and continents separated us. Dozens of flights, countless emails and phone calls sealed our love and then we wed amongst the ocean breeze. 

Him and I and also you.

I have many hopes for you both.

My greatest hope that you come to know His redeeming love, the power of His grace and that you grow in His wisdom. I pray you love deeply, caring about this broken world and all its people. I hope you are kind and compassionate, full of grace and humility. The world changes when we love, really love, those who are in it. Don't be selfish and please don't be safe. I beg of you. Love is uncomfortable but it's simple 1 Cor. 13:4-8. 

Find someone who ignites your self-worth. Be the kind of man who is patient, forgiving, and apologetic. Display these often. Who doesn't belittle, who encourages his wife to be strong and courageous. Who sees her worth and capabilities. Be the man who calls her out but doesn't use her flaws against her. 

Compassion. Grace. Gentleness. Self-control.

Love someone who stands behind you. Who gives you a standing ovation for small victories. Someone who is willing to move mountains and stand in the valleys with you. Love someone who is courageous and makes you brave. Love someone that makes you better. Find a partner who respects you. And most importantly, someone who has surrendered to His free gift.

Love each other hard. Unconditionally. Unprovoked. Selflessly. Dangerously. 

Marry your best friend. Someone you want to stay in the room with. Who boasts with pride when spoken of you. Laugh together. The kind of laughter that makes your belly ache and your cheeks sore. Be silly together. Enjoy the little moments like conversations over McDonalds nuggets and a Starbucks latte. 

I do not say these things lightly. I know them to be true. For I found them in your daddy.

When life gets you down, get dressed up

 ^^^Fav. He is his father's child^^^

Skirt, Shein, similar, similar | Top, Target, similar | Heels, Amazon | Watch, Fossil | Beanie, Target, Necklace, Stella & Dot, c/o

This last week got away from me. The days were hectic and the nights were never long enough. Work was crazy with seemingly countless meetings, all day training, husband and I didn't see each other for more than an hour at a time, and my head was spinning. The potty training (Liam's, not mine) is coming along but we've still had several mishaps and let's be real, that gets old quicker than anything. Couch cover was removed, sheets, countless pairs of underwear, and the laundry machine has never worked so hard.

BUT.

It's  new day and for that I'm so grateful. This morning as husband stood ironing his work shirt and I was giving my goodbyes as I was leaving for work, Liam came running from the next room and said "Mamaaaaa, I want to give you kisses!!!!" I stopped dead in my tracks, looked at husband, and we both melted right there. He gave me a big smack-a-roo on the lips and we cheered and the boy felt so proud and said he wanted to do it again, this time on my forehead.

Sometimes life gets stressful. But there's this little boy who's days away from being two-and-a-half and is so full of love and affection. He never lets me forget how much he loves me and how much he needs me.

On an unrelated, more humorous note: I split open my skirt yesterday. Not this particular skirt but a huge gaping HOLE nonetheless that I had been wearing for approximately 9 hours. So many questions: had it always been there and I had just noticed? Had I been on display for my co-workers all day or only the few minutes prior to me discovering the four inch monstrosity? Do I need to workout more? So many questions, so few answers. Feeling suuuuuper thankful I decided to bring an extra sweater with me that day. You know, in case I get cold or have holes in my clothes. Tonight, I will be increasing my numbers for the fitness challenge I'm doing this month.

Speaking of, are you joining me? I would love it so please let me know if you do!!