It's been seven years since I became an adoptive mom. At that time, Ken and I each had a biological child and Lindsey became our third child. Brandon was 18, Kathryn was 9, and Lindsey was just shy of 15. Look at those baby faces, all of us. Golly, we had a lot to learn. I like things clear and defined. Even family relationships. But in a … [Read more...] about Real Mom
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Four years in: parenting adopted kids
From the backseat, with Kathryn at the wheel chauffeuring us for our errands, my youngest boy tells us, I like this family. Y'all are my favorite family I've ever had. Kathryn and I exchange a quick look and I pause a second to wonder what exactly goes through that little head of his and what thoughts preceded his statement. I tell him it's good … [Read more...] about Four years in: parenting adopted kids
Race recap: my 1st half marathon
Y'all! I did it! Along with over 1,000 other participants, I ran a half marathon. Me: the wimpy, asthmatic runt who was nearly always picked last when we divided up for teams in elementary school; who managed to sprain, break, or somehow injury something every single year (week) in P.E. class; who never played a sport or willingly participated in … [Read more...] about Race recap: my 1st half marathon
Book-themed Baby Shower Brunch
Last weekend we celebrated Diane with a book-themed baby shower brunch. Because books! {Need I say more?} Photo with Diane, baby Carter in utero, and Diane's sweet mom. There are a million ideas on Pinterest for this theme, but I took things down a notch and feel like I accomplished a sweet little celebration without making myself crazy … [Read more...] about Book-themed Baby Shower Brunch
30-Day do-anywhere fitness challenge
At the gym where I train, we've been doing a 30-day challenge. I've been sharing a bit about it on instagram and my personal facebook page, and some of my friends both on and offline have joined in, so I'm inviting you to join, too! Do this fitness challenge anywhere, anytime: Wear workout clothes, wear regular clothes, do it in the living room, in … [Read more...] about 30-Day do-anywhere fitness challenge
Homeschooling is awesome. Except when it’s not.
Nine years. That's how long I've been homeschooling. My family has changed significantly during that time. When I started, I expected only to homeschool one child: Kathryn. My then-new stepson Brandon was deeply involved in the high school band (even though he was only in 8th grade) and already knew he wanted to pursue a career as a band director. … [Read more...] about Homeschooling is awesome. Except when it’s not.