Behind the joyous birth announcements on Facebook and the beautiful newborn pictures, there is sometimes more than meets the eye. That happened to be the case about two to three weeks into our new life with this angel, Marshall. I called my mom when I was headed to my six week…
being a mom
My parental pop quiz
Do you remember being in school and having a pop quiz? Did your stomach drop when your teacher said, “Okay, put all of your books and notes away. It’s time for a pop quiz”? I would think, “Oh no, have I been paying attention lately? Do I remember what we’ve been studying? Will I pass…
Sometimes I don’t feel cut out to be a mom
Sometimes I yell. Sometimes I lose my patience. Sometimes I feel mean, sad, and out of control when trying to be a mom. Did I say sometimes or a lot? Do I deserve this beautiful creature standing in front of me? God, what do I do to be a good mom? I constantly feel lost…