Knowing I’d miss your fifth birthday was a sting to my heart. Turning five was absolutely the BIGGEST deal of your life! I was ready to splurge on an early celebration before I left you for ... Read More about Happy birthday, sweet one.
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Departure.
When I look at this photo, I think of how you’ve always loved me- like a big hug that swallows me up. For every risk I’ve had to take, you’ve counted it twice and over- knowing that it’d not only ... Read More about Departure.
Super Brave.
On what will be one of our last walks to the bus stop from home before I leave: “Are you going to be SUPER BRAVE, Mama, when you go to Africa?” “I hope so, Sarah-Faith. But I’m not sure really. ... Read More about Super Brave.
Cheat Sheet for Papa Bear
A little cheat sheet I made for Papa Bear before I depart. ❤️ What helpful meal hacks do you have to share? ☺️ *Thank you also to those of you who have reached out to help with meal prep, ... Read More about Cheat Sheet for Papa Bear
Faith will take you Further.
“You mean you just signed off on a blank cheque?” I tried to laugh. I hadn’t thought of it that way. But it was true that over the weeks that followed, I found myself wide-eyed at 4am in the ... Read More about Faith will take you Further.
Leaving for Africa.
“You’re getting deployed to where in Africa?” “Eswatini.”“What?” “NO MAMA! NO GO!” Of course, my children’s response was a vehement no. I was their world, and my departure would be like the ... Read More about Leaving for Africa.