Diana
Unbelievable :: The Move
We've all been there - a day, week, road trip, or vacation that is such a disaster it's practically unbelievable. Occasionally it contains something so embarrassing that you are ashamed to tell others about...
Happy Third Birthday!!! :: World Prematurity Day :: Our Story, Part 1
Four years ago, Preemie Awareness Day (November 17th) was just another day. While our oldest daughter, Charleigh June, was considered early-term at 36+6 and spent time in the NICU, she wasn't truly classified as...
Happy Third Birthday!!! :: World Prematurity Day :: Our Story, Part 2
Before I knew it the room was quiet again, the twins had been rushed to the NICU, leaving the staff in the OR with me. As my OB sewed me up he told me...
Unbelievable! :: The Plague
We've all been there - a day, week, road trip, or vacation that is such a disaster it's practically unbelievable. Occasionally it contains something so embarrassing you are ashamed to tell others about it....
I Can See Clearly Now :: AKA – I Survived!
August 8th was hands down, one of the most difficult days I've experienced in my four years as a mom. The buildup was intense, but I held it together (barely) until I walked out...
To Pre-K We Go!
I knew someday, likely sooner rather than later, the day would come. I've dreaded it for some time now, hemmed and hawed over making the big decision. I've tried to justify putting it off...
Take Me Home Country Road
Seven years ago I left Springfield, Illinois a newlywed and moved to the big city of Houston, Texas. Apartment living was tough, the city (and suburbs, for that matter) diverse, and everything was much...
Things You Need to Know About Pregnancy, Delivery, Postpartum & Motherhood
Growing up, or while trying to conceive, we all have this picture in our mind about how beautiful pregnancy will be, and tend to neglect thinking about the 'ugly.' Pregnancy, delivery (be it a...
Saying Yes to Help :: More Difficult Than it Sounds
Almost four years ago, Charleigh June made me a mother for the very first time. We had waited a long time for that day, and I was determined to be the Best Mommy Ever....
You are Not Alone :: #fliptheswitch :: National Infertility Awareness Week
You never know just how much you want something until you're told you can't have it. At the age of 18, I was told I wouldn't be able to conceive without the help of...