This morning, my son was up before 5am. He was digging through the kitchen looking for Halloween candy until his daddy made him stop. He then did something naughty that landed him in the timeout chair which is located right outside my bedroom. So while I was trying to catch a few more minutes of... Continue Reading →
It's the most wonderful time of the year! The snow is falling (or more like ice recently), decorations are up and there is a great sense of anticipation in the air! Christmas is a wonderful time of year. Friends and family gathering to share in yummy treats and fun traditions. And the babies, oh how... Continue Reading →
At a recent therapy appointment (yes, I see a therapist, yes, you should too!) my therapist suggested a life list idea for me. This this would be something to keep me motivated and excited about life. She suggested a 101 in 1001 list. This would be a 101 things to do in the next 1001... Continue Reading →
On Halloween day there was no school (woohoo!!) so a good friend and her son came to visit the farm. Our boys due dates were exactly a week apart. While neither arrived when they were scheduled to, they are now good buddies. Two two-year-olds...oy! But we had a great time catching up, eating yummy desserts... Continue Reading →
Yesterday I received some very sad news. A family friend has passed away in car accident. This young man was only a few years older then I. Four short years ago, this family lost their dad, and now a brother. That is far to much sadness for one family. After Monday's post, this one is... Continue Reading →
Sometimes God puts people in you life that you aren't sure why they have a presence there. People that cause you to struggle or become frustrated or just plain not enjoy life. But then there are time when those people come back, God only knows the reason why, and change you. I had a person... Continue Reading →
I continue on my battle to create a healthier lifestyle for my family and myself. It's an up hill climb for sure! My best friend continues to give me motivation and encouragement to better myself, which is always needed. But sometimes, I need it from other sources too. This past weekend, my brother-in-law gave me... Continue Reading →
This past week had a few more frustrating moments then I like to have. Nothing major, just small things, but they were adding up fast. So as it is Monday, a new week, a new beginning I want to review some of the GOOD moments of the last couple days. Start fresh with a happy... Continue Reading →
I just wanted to take a quick moment to Thank everyone for the kind words and encouragement I have received after posting my personal story of healing. (link back to read here) Have you ever had a conversation with someone and said something completely random, then had to back track to explain where that thought... Continue Reading →
So today I'm going to tell you a little story. It's probably going to be a long story. But it's the story of why the blog came to be. I feel it is time to share this. Many years ago, as a sophomore in high school I was diagnosed with depression. At first is was... Continue Reading →
Harvesting Roots 