Every day I consciously look for moments of magic in the midst of my often busy, sometimes crazy days. I hope my moments inspire you to look for your own…
(Excerpted from my book, Preemie: Lessons in Love, Life and Motherhood) Lee and I were lying in bed when our bedroom door flew open, and Andie walked in. I gasped. Her beautiful blond hair was hacked into a jagged, horrible mess. Walking right over to my side of the bed, she ceremoniously delivered her shorn … Continue Reading
I met Shonda Clements earlier this year. This was the Facebook message she sent me. “I finished reading your book today. It’s the first thing I’ve been able to focus on since early February when we received a diagnosis that threatened our daughter’s life. I’ve documented a lot of our journey on a blog (judahandselah.com)—in … Continue Reading
I just took our tree down this morning! It was so beautiful and up until now, had barely lost a needle. I felt like it was a special bonus for all the organizing I had done. This year I’d purchased the tree from our favorite local farm stand. “They’re all grown right here in New … Continue Reading
Since mid-December, when It came to my attention that some people are in the habit of choosing a “Word of the Year,” I’ve been pondering mine. I had a whole list of contenders—organize, inspire, simplify, balance, joy, serenity, pleasure, transformation, clarity, all close, but none sent that tingle down my spine confirming I’d found “The … Continue Reading
I just returned from a glorious snowshoe with my dear friend, Eleanor. What a wonderful way to begin the New Year. For days now I’ve been thinking about this coming year and what I hope it will bring. I’m not one for making resolutions, but I do like setting intentions. One thing I know for … Continue Reading
As with every passing year, 2012 flew by too quickly and proved to be another year full of change and growth. As Tucker and Andie’s worlds expand and broaden, we’re recognizing now more than ever the importance of slowing down and savoring our precious time together. Our hope for 2013 is that in the midst … Continue Reading
It is truly an honor to be a regular contributor to Hand to Hold’s official website, Preemiebabies101.com. To read my latest post, The Gift of Receiving, please click on the link below the short excerpt. “I used to love the holidays. The sparkle of white lights, the smell of evergreen, the sound of Bing Crosby … Continue Reading
December is hard for me. I love the idea of a beautifully decorated home filled with the smells of gingerbread and fresh cut greens. But somehow, every year, it remains just an idea, a longing, that ultimately eludes me. The reality is, I spend most of the year trying desperately to get organized and maintain … Continue Reading
A nice reminder that sometimes you just need to take a day off and chill on the couch, especially this time of year. She kinda looks small in this pic, but weighs 118 lbs! Thanks, Meg. You continue to be one of my greatest teachers. Who are yours?
Earlier this summer I was contacted by Rachel Turiel, who had just finished reading my book, Preemie. Her baby was born at 25 weeks, just like my Andie. He weighed in just an ounce more, at 1 pound 12 ounces. His name is Col, which as Rachel says, rhymes with soul. I soon discovered that Rachel … Continue Reading
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