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When Good Is Good Enough
I’ve talked a little about how I’m trying to be very intentional about the things I replicate about my pregnancy with Henry and the things that I let go. For example, it was important for me to start a scrapbook for the new baby during my pregnancy, just like I did for Henry. I also made the new baby a simple quilt like I did for Henry.… Read MoreA while ago, I stated my intention to also make a pillow for his bed. My reasoning was more aesthetic than sentimental; I think Montessori floor beds can look pretty plain. For Henry I designed a little house pillow. This time around,
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Still Dreaming of an Intentional Neighborhood
I know, I know. This post is going to make it sound like I’m never content with what’s right in front of me.Here we are on the verge of moving into an awesome house that we had built on a half-acre of land at the end of a cul-de-sac that backs up to a creek. And I’m about to start talking about our next house after that.Seriously?Well, yes and no. On the one hand, I am so eager to put down roots (which is my mantra for the year) and to build ourselves the most amazing little sanctuary. And we’re definitely moving forward with this plan… Read More -
Reflection & Rejuvenation: June
Holy moly. It is highly likely that I will give birth this month. Can you believe it? I’m officially due on June 26th, but it kind of seems like Tate (probably?) is itching to come out. He’s been super-low the entire pregnancy, and my Braxton-Hicks contractions have been increasing. I’m officially full-term today at 37 weeks, but I’m hoping he can hold on until at least 39 weeks, which increases the chances of more positive outcomes. My mom and brother don’t arrive until July 4th, which is another reason I hope he doesn’t come too early. My last day of official work is June 26th (although I will continue to… Read More
