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intentional living, little by little

May 3, 2012

{recording life} Life with a Three-Year-Old

Life is interesting with three-year-olds, at least in this house.  Despite being attached to me 24/7 as a baby, Mr. D is not really cuddly or physically affectionate .  He’s quite reserved, but never wavers when he’s got something on his mind.  He has a great imagination and loves “guys”, Legos and puzzles.  He is stubborn and frequently questions authority, often resulting in a lot of time spent in time-out.  We are in a constant battle of push and pull, he and I.  

So last weekend, when we were all a little under the weather, you can imagine my surprise when my sweet boy climbed into my lap.  Curled his body next to mine and quickly fell asleep.  He didn’t feel well and the only comfort he wanted was Mamma.  I sat in that chair, rubbing his back and thanking God for this treasure of mine.  He may sometimes be difficult, but he also challenges me to be a better mother.  And for that, I will always be grateful.         

May 1, 2012

{gift guide} For the Life List-er

Bucket List Journal – Travel Stickers (similar) – Manila Pockets (similar)
I’ve been meaning to share this gift idea for months now!  My cousin Stephanie is a Life List-er like myself, so when I found this awesome journal on etsy, I knew it had to be hers!  I included a few extras to help in the documentation of her list: fun travel stickers and small manila pockets to hold ticket stubs and other memorabilia.  A simple yet really fun gift!

April 30, 2012

{chit chat} A List of Links for your Monday Morning

Happy Monday!  My weekend was busy, busy with a painted living room, a soccer game and sickness hitting 3/5 of us!  And while all of those things are incredibly exciting (yeah right), I thought you may be more interested in a few things I’ve found over the past few days.  Enjoy your morning coffee and click away!
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1. Emily at Jones Design Company asked a thought-provoking question on her blog that I’ve been thinking about all weekend: What kind of a family are you?  What is your family motto? 

2. Sick of all the junk TV being marketed to little kids these days?  Be sure to check out Clara Tales, an inspiring new project in the works from a Mamma of three.  She currently has one film created and is hoping for financial support to create even more.  If you’re interested, be sure to check out this page to donate.  She is also looking for web/logo design and marketing help if that’s your specialty.   

3. Did you read about this mini-miracle?  I am so, so happy for Ana…I’m sure pregnancy will be MUCH more enjoyable now!

4. My food cravings are all over the place.  I wouldn’t say I have specific cravings this time around, just random “must make this now!” type things.  This and this will probably be on the menu at some point this week. 

5. Found this idea via Pinterest and love it!  I’m trying to overcome my OCD tendencies and instead of waiting to start until the new year, I want to begin now.  Anyone have a favorite Bible verse that really speak to active little boys?  I’m open to ideas.

6. Isn’t this vase so gorgeous?   It would make such a thoughtful gift for newlyweds, but I kinda want one for myself!

7. You must read the story about this amazing 17-year-old girl named Rae!  She is running from Boston to Huntington Beach barefoot (yes, barefoot!), raising money for the organization Soles4Souls.  What an amazing and inspirational girl!  Be sure to check out her page…she needs host homes in Ohio and much of the midwest.

8. Grace at Camp Patton posted these drool-worthy sweet treats.  Do I dare?  My attempts at a “healthy prenatal weight gain” are surely going to go out the window!

April 27, 2012

{recording life} Currently…

his CHEESE face!

time
: 7:15 am, bright and early!

place : in my kitchen
drinking : a glass of this Iced Coffee
watching : my sweet boys chow down on their breakfast.  No funny business when eating around here!   
 
reading : Four Spirits: A Novel , although if I’m being honest, not much has been accomplished lately.  Reading makes me fall asleep!
feeling : like baking something sweet today.  Should I go with the crowd-favorite chocolate chip cookie?  Or maybe these?
thinking :
about our sweet baby in utero and how blessed we are.  I’ve read a few heart-breaking miscarriage stories this week and I am full of grief for those devastated Mammas.   

creating :
plans for a new and improved homeschooling storage system for next year.  Now if only that closet would clean itself…

hoping : to finally get my act together and paint my living room.  I’ve had this paint since February and am dying to get that checked off my list of to-dos. 
needing : some one-on-one time with the hubby this weekend.  Our lives are moving too fast…I feel like I barely saw him this week!  Maybe an at-home date night is needed.
wondering :
if you’d be interested in trying out Kiva?  (I wrote about my experience with the organization here.)  A generous anonymous funder has given you the ability to try it out for free. Click here for all the details and to sign up!  

Have a great weekend, friends!

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