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    Choosing joy when the Christmas spirit is broken

    / November 24, 2012 / 35 Comments

    What can be done when the "Christmas Spirit" is broken? When even the simplest of holiday gatherings brings such stress that my husband cannot function as he should? How do I hold this…

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  • Ezra,  Motherhood,  Thanksgiving

    When Toddler Boys Cook Thanksgiving Dinner

    / November 21, 2012 / 5 Comments

    A post from my 2-year-old son's perspective as he helped me with Thanksgiving Dinner.

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  • Health, Wellness, & Self Care,  Motherhood,  Recovering Perfectionist

    I do a lot… I matter

    / July 7, 2012 / 8 Comments

    You go above and beyond and then way beyond that You do it all, yeah, you wear every hat Hopin’ someone that matters will realize you matter “Nothing to Prove” by Lonestar Lately…

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