“The longest way must have its close - the gloomiest night will wear on to a morning.” ∼ Harriet Beecher Stowe, Uncle Tom's Cabin ∼ There is just something about the morning time. It’s full of the brand new—full of the promise of baby belly laughs that crinkle miniature noses and make bright doe eyes … Continue reading Joy Comes in the Morning
Month: August 2018
Double the Trouble, Double the Joy
"...Therefore in their land they shall possess a double portion; they shall have everlasting joy." ∼ Isaiah 61:7b ∼ "I don't know how you handle twins..." “Double trouble!” “Bless your heart…” “I bet you’re exhausted!” And my favorite: “You have your hands full!” These are the comments I hear every day…at the doctor’s office, at Walmart, at … Continue reading Double the Trouble, Double the Joy
My Favorite “Dump and Done” Recipe
"People who love to eat are always the best people.” ∼ Julia Child ∼ I decided to take a break from all the sappy motherhood posts for something a little more practical. I like sharing recipes and ideas that make life easier, and I have a GREAT one. I’m the worst about meal planning. I’ve … Continue reading My Favorite “Dump and Done” Recipe
The Parenting Paradox
“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” ∼ Frederick Douglass ∼ I’m sitting in our living room staring at the nursery video monitor. It’s almost 10:00 p.m., and my tiny baby boy is all alone in his vast crib for the first time since I brought him home. His sister is … Continue reading The Parenting Paradox
10 Lessons from the Twin Mom Life (So Far…)
“Being a mom has made me so tired. And so happy.” ∼ Tina Fey ∼ Before I had children, I’m pretty sure I subconsciously thought a baby would just fit into my life really neatly…sort of like a trainable puppy. It’s not that I didn’t think being a mom was hard work. I knew plenty of women … Continue reading 10 Lessons from the Twin Mom Life (So Far…)
Twin and Bear It 