September 20, 2014
by Maralee
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I remember in the early days of our infertility diagnosis I really struggled with my body. I felt trapped in this broken, empty shell that seemed so vibrant and full of life on the outside. In a moment of crazy … Continue reading
September 16, 2014
by Maralee
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For the last couple years it has been my joy to write about my life experiences and my parenting journey and to share those writings here. I am by nature a right fighter, so I haven’t shied away from expressing … Continue reading
September 10, 2014
by Maralee
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Today is the day we celebrate the anniversary of Josh’s adoption day. It’s a day we spend focused on Josh and what makes him feel loved and appreciated. We do this with each of our adopted children on their Adoption … Continue reading
September 9, 2014
by Maralee
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I am currently pregnant with our sixth child (3 adopted, 1 bio, 1 foster, 1 yet to be born). I am finally coming to terms with the fact that we have a large family. I know for each family that … Continue reading
September 7, 2014
by Maralee
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(An excerpt of my current post at Her View From Home) My beloved children have an annoying habit of overusing the word “Mom.” If you have kids, this interaction probably sounds familiar to you: Child: Mom? Mom: Yes, Sweetie? Child: (silent for a … Continue reading
September 1, 2014
by Maralee
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This was my actual morning. Hope yours was slightly less exciting. Cast of Characters Brian: The Husband Me: Mother of 5 and currently 7 months pregnant Josh: Age 7. Blessedly playing at the neighbor’s house and not part of this … Continue reading
August 31, 2014
by Maralee
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Come join the conversation on Facebook or Twitter. If you had told me on our wedding day that by our 12th anniversary we’d be preparing to add a sixth child to our family, I might not have been totally shocked. … Continue reading
August 24, 2014
by Maralee
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It’s a magical life I lead. Come check it out on Facebook or Twitter and interact as it happens. I can use all the help I can get. Danny: This isn’t the way to Target. Me: What I need isn’t … Continue reading
June 22, 2014
by Maralee
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It’s okay to laugh. My life is kind of ridiculous. Follow along on Facebook or Twitter. It’s slightly awkward when the AC repairman is trying to leave and the two year-old is shouting, “I going to miss him!” And is … Continue reading
June 8, 2014
by Maralee
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Come join the conversation on Facebook or Twitter. Before performing his daredevil stunts (tonight’s agenda: jumping from the end table to the couch), the two year-old yells, “Super Careful!” I do not think that means what he thinks it means. … Continue reading