This past Monday I reached the 38 week marker. The evening prior found me reflecting on this pregnancy and the upcoming birth of this babe, surrounded by amazing women who spoke words of life and beauty over me, pampered me, and celebrated with me, sharing in love and life. The … [Read more...] about A Celebration of Birthing {My Blessingway Experience}
Archives for May 2012
Living the American Dream (Motherhood Edition)
“”No man can live without joy” is what Thomas Aquinas wrote. And I confess, it is true, I have known many dead waiting to die”.[i] * Here I sit, fireside, in a leather chair, sipping my Starbucks. I haven’t seen my husband or children in 24 hours. I’ve interacted only with total … [Read more...] about Living the American Dream (Motherhood Edition)
A Pregnant Woman’s Favourite Questions (36 Week Update)
It's inevitable. When you're at the waddling stage of pregnancy (so, the entire last trimester for me pretty much) you get asked two questions at least a billion times a day. 1) How much longer? 2) How are you feeling? Number one is usually met with shock and horror when I … [Read more...] about A Pregnant Woman’s Favourite Questions (36 Week Update)
When Love Looks Like Selling Your iPhone
I went to an overnight retreat last weekend with... | RedAndHoney.com" />[/caption] I went to an overnight retreat last weekend with a bunch of other moms from the weekly mom's group that I attend. 24 hours away from the daily grind. Indulgent snacks, board games, laughter, and … [Read more...] about When Love Looks Like Selling Your iPhone
Our Birth Location Plans (An Update)
You may recall a post I wrote back in January when I was half-way through this pregnancy, talking about the decision I faced of where to birth this babe. Since I live in a small town and travel to the city for midwifery care, I also have to birth in the city (I dream of having a home … [Read more...] about Our Birth Location Plans (An Update)