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Why Having Children (and a Full-Time Job) Ruins Your Life
I’m being cheeky, but it’s kind of true. Going from one child to two (28 months apart) and going from part-time work to full-time work has been so, so hard. I get nostalgic for the person I used to be. I know lots of people who say, “Having kids doesn’t have to change you!” For me, it’s been easier said than done.
I’ve been under so much stress that I’ve retreated into self-preservation mode. I’m less generous, less nurturing, less giving, less creative, less fun.Oy, it’s painful to write all of that out!Of course I’m generous and nurturing and giving toward my children. That’s part of why I’m… Read More -
Plan for Holiday Cards
During our recent vacation, I watched the movie About Alex. It ignited in me a fierce commitment to stay better connected to the people who have formed the patchwork of my existence.When I was in my twenties (and a much cooler person than I am now), I used to send out monthly Friends & Family updates via e-mail. I would share the highs and lows of what was going on in my life. They were a great way to stay connected with folks from all over the world.Over time, I fell out of the habit of sending them. I was writing a lot about my life via… Read More -
DIY Easy Knit Kid’s Winter Hat
I can’t believe I’m finally feeling the urge to craft again! Hooray!I really want to make the boys some hats and scarves for winter. I searched Pinterest and was lured by many amazing options (like the one featured below), but in the end, I decided to go with the easiest pattern available: this one.
