I tend to over think things. Especially bad moments or experiences. I tend to replay them over and over in my mind trying to figure out where things went wrong. Which is ok, but also at the same time futile. It’s ok when the thinking brings new light to a situation, but futile once… Continue reading Wouldn’t it be nice to just hit “erase”
God never ceases to amaze me. In the midst of the chaos that is being a parent, God always finds a way to remind me of what a blessing it is to have that chaos. I am so thankful for all those moments that God makes sure I’m not distracted and I am able… Continue reading It really is all about the small things
Today was all kinds of fabulous fun! At the top of the list is that my beautiful mom turned 60 today and we started her special day by participating in Orange County Walk United at Angel Stadium. The place where I work at was one of the many organizations that got a team together to… Continue reading Sunday funday
Brené Brown has a great video On Empathy that explains so well the difference between empathy and sympathy. About that vulnerable place where you are asked to “feel with a person” when they are saying to you, with or without words “I’m scared, I’m overwhelmed”. I experienced a very vulnerable moment this morning in which a rush… Continue reading About a girl: mommy vs self
I feel like I am beginning a new chapter in life, and this first page in my book begins with God. For some time now I have felt this desire to connect with God on a deeper level. We are a family that prays together and goes to church together, which I love. I’m ready… Continue reading About a girl: a deeper connection
There’s this page I follow on Facebook called Proverbs 31 Ministries that I really enjoy reading. It always seems to touch on a subject close to heart and that I’ve been thinking about, or reading it brings me back to what really matters. I loved everything about the above post because I too want… Continue reading Not leaving things to chance
Nine years ago on this exact date, February 28th, I had just finished one of my usual dance lessons at Londance Studio in Santa Ana. As I was walking toward the front lobby to exit I saw “handsome guy” talking with the nice lady at the front desk and I smiled and said good… Continue reading When you meet that special someone
Tomorrow is my 40th birthday! I can’t seem to wrap my mind around the fact that I’m greeting this milestone birthday with a 3 year old daughter and a little bitty 4 week old newborn. Wow! For starters, how am I 40?! I don’t even feel like I’m 40 and some people say I certainly… Continue reading About a newborn – hello 40!
2014 was a true blessing. While there were some challenges – particularly personal growth for myself, we definitely are blessed with more than we could ask for. Here is my list of what I treasured the most: 1. Japan – trip of a lifetime! Still can’t believe we got to walk the streets of Tokyo,… Continue reading Most memorable 2014 moments
A few days ago my husband and I were talking in bed before the start of a new day. The topic turned to that fear of not having control over things like the well being of your child or a loved ones safety. I told my husband how sometimes I’ll be dropping off our daughter… Continue reading Goodbye friend
Purse Meets Diaper Bag 