(in no particular order): my family laughter my kid my dog (and all dogs really!) baking bread (and then eating it!) books and reading libraries pizza (it’s our official family food!) Thanksgiving Day CVT ice cream (if you know, you know!) singing loudly in the car snowstorms (when I don’t have to drive in it!) … Continue reading things that bring me joy
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we made it
New Year’s Eve. The point in the year where we see everyone reflecting on all of their great achievements of the previous 12 months. I’m not here to do that. Instead, I’m here to congratulate you. “Congratulate me for what? This year has been a shit show, Holly.” Yes, it was. But, we made it. … Continue reading we made it
practice the pause
We are in the greatest "pause" that our world has ever experienced. As we adjust to this temporary new normal, it is easy to let our anxiety and fears overtake the moments of our day. Let's all practice some self-restraint before judging others or saying things that we may regret later. Nobody needs anyone's judgmental … Continue reading practice the pause
the hard days
My kid had a hard day today. A REALLY hard day. We've basically been in the house since his school closed last Monday because of the pandemic, so we're still getting adjusted to the homeschool life. Every day has its mix of struggles and smiles. Today was no exception. In the midst of a fit, … Continue reading the hard days
be grateful
photo credit: Daily Vibes It's not always easy to see, but there is always something to be grateful for. With our daily lives thrown into such uncertainty, it has never been more important to stop and be appreciative of what we have. Take a breath and be thankful. Everything that you have is someone else's … Continue reading be grateful
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