Toddler life

Surgery, Sickness, and the Sweet Moments In Between

Do you ever have those days that feel like a month packed into 24 hours? We had one of those this week! We had ear tube surgery for Dakota, a cold that showed up at the worst time, and a toddler who decided to join in on the sickness. It called for extra coffee, cuddles, and prayers.

Mom and baby at hospital

Even between the hospital wristbands and tissues, there were silly yoga poses in the living room, homeschool lessons at the kitchen table, paint markers (that should have been supervised a little more closely 😉), walks in both sunshine and chilly air, and even a permanent jewelry appointment with my sister-in-law.

Life lately has been a mix of surgery, snuggles, sniffles, and sweet moments. There has been chaos, connection, and God’s steady presence in it all. (more…)

From an RV Show to a Last Minute Sleepover

Life lately has been a mix of fun plans and packing overnight bags. We visited the Pittsburgh RV Show, had some plumbing repairs that left us without water for a day, and in between it all enjoyed school days, a church fellowship, and family time.

Grandma, mom, and daughters sitting at table

Each part of the past week or so has looked a little different, but it has all blended into a rhythm of normal days and making the best of unexpected changes! (more…)