On The Other Side Of Infertility

I am totally inspired to de-clutter! As son as we...

2009-05-25T19:59:09.500-06:00

I am totally inspired to de-clutter! As son as we get a home that is ;-) I have been doing the same thing though as much as I can. Can't wait to be able to do it all in my own space!!! It is hard to stay above clutter with little ones, but you are right - it CAN totally be done!

So true. I totally believe every day is Mother's ...

2009-05-25T19:56:03.475-06:00

So true. I totally believe every day is Mother's Day too. To be able to watch them grow and see them develop - and all the love we get each day. It just doesn't get any better. We are blessed!

That is so funny because I totally had 4 junk draw...

2009-05-23T05:47:59.044-06:00

That is so funny because I totally had 4 junk drawers until a few months ago. I finally got it whittled down to 1 (but only because I really needed the drawer space for kitchen utensils and such)
I do love these posts.
I'm hoping to do a yard sale in the next week or two. I love the feeling of finding things that I don't need/want but that someone else could use. So my dining room table is piling up with things to get rid of - yay!

Ah Jess...I am struck with such gratitude this mor...

2009-05-18T07:36:00.000-06:00

Ah Jess...I am struck with such gratitude this morning as I'm reading this!! Isn't God good?? Hope is so beautiful and such a precious gift! And you and Dave are such a precious gift to her. Happy Birthday sweet Hope!!!

I can't believe she is going to be 1 next week! A...

2009-05-07T13:21:00.000-06:00

I can't believe she is going to be 1 next week! Amanda just turned 1 a week and a half ago and it doesn't seem possible. Yay Hope!!!!

Ah Jess...you make me smile!! I love reading all ...

2009-04-08T07:10:00.000-06:00

Ah Jess...you make me smile!! I love reading all of your posts, but this one particularly made me smile. I suppose I was imagining Hope giggling and playing with Little People and puzzles. Bliss!! Love you guys much!

I do love the high chair, and puzzles just get bet...

2009-04-07T21:47:00.000-06:00

I do love the high chair, and puzzles just get better and better! Have you tried the Born Free training cup? It isn't completely leak proof, but I found that it worked with the transition from bottle to sippy cup. I'm sure you have already tried it though. Maybe she will just "get" it one day!

That's hilarious how you got her to crawl to your ...

2009-02-21T07:45:00.000-06:00

That's hilarious how you got her to crawl to your phone and then you have to take it away! HA! I can't believe what a big girl she is! Look out world! Hope can crawl!

That room definitely has the "Jess was here" stamp...

2009-02-20T11:06:00.000-06:00

That room definitely has the "Jess was here" stamp on it! It's fantastic! I bet I could get some work done in there.

Jess--that room looks amazing. Nice going!

2009-02-19T20:41:00.000-06:00

Jess--that room looks amazing. Nice going!

That's so awesome! And she's not even doing the a...

2009-02-18T17:26:00.000-06:00

That's so awesome! And she's not even doing the army crawl..she is full on crawling. My how time flies. Thanks for sharing.

You have really hit on a big issue here - how do w...

2009-02-04T08:29:00.000-06:00

You have really hit on a big issue here - how do we decide what is really needed in life? I think it is a moment-by-moment decision. Somehow, the important things all seem to get done when I am consistently putting Christ first, and focusing on His priorities instead of my own. Good words for today!

You are so inspiring me to get going on some proje...

2009-01-27T09:22:00.000-06:00

You are so inspiring me to get going on some projects that I need to get done! Way to go!

Inspirational, definitly. Getting rid of stuff......

2009-01-20T17:27:00.000-06:00

Inspirational, definitly. Getting rid of stuff...dishes, clothes, etc. is easy, getting rid of pictures is much harder. I almost feel guilty tossing a picture...thank you for giving me permission.
Terri

this is awesome! And very inspiring. Looking forwa...

2009-01-07T07:45:00.000-06:00

this is awesome! And very inspiring. Looking forward to seeing your future posts!

Nicely done Jess!! Keep it up girlfriend!It's int...

2009-01-06T09:58:00.000-06:00

Nicely done Jess!! Keep it up girlfriend!

It's interesting, the Lord impressed a similar theme on my heart as I started the year - "Order" kept coming up in my time with Him. So I spent last week reorganizing closets, piling stuff up to take to Goodwill, and setting some new schedule and financial boundaries. I've started small too...but already feel lighter. Awesome! Love you!!

oh my these are so sweet!~

2008-12-23T11:38:00.000-06:00

oh my these are so sweet!~

Awesome words of wisdom, Jessica! Thank You.

2008-12-10T00:01:00.000-06:00

Awesome words of wisdom, Jessica! Thank You.

Hi! I'm a friend of Kristy's and I wanted to say I...

2008-12-08T07:17:00.000-06:00

Hi! I'm a friend of Kristy's and I wanted to say I enjoy your blog and honesty immensely. Also LOVED this post!! Love Little House too!!
Merry Christmas!

This is great, Jessica. I'm with you...simplicity ...

2008-12-06T12:51:00.000-06:00

This is great, Jessica. I'm with you...simplicity it is. This new season for me with two kids has really made me think about what's important, how I spend my time and resources. I'm still sorting out what changes that means for me personally and I appreciate you sharing what you're going through as well.

I loved Little House too! Still do! I am totally ...

2008-12-05T22:54:00.000-06:00

I loved Little House too! Still do! I am totally with you about re-evaluating and simplifying. I would love to hear more about what this looks like for you. Thanks for sharing.

This is a good outlook, Jess. I think you're doing...

2008-11-14T09:32:00.000-06:00

This is a good outlook, Jess. I think you're doing an amazing job with all that God has on your plate right now. For the record, I know first hand what a great friend you are so you're right on track in that department! :) Have a great trip and I'm glad you'll be back with Hope and Dave tonight!

Great post! I'd like to say that I am not an "issu...

2008-11-11T22:55:00.000-06:00

Great post! I'd like to say that I am not an "issue" voter either however the issue of abortion is/was paramount in this election. Our president elect would like to get rid of all restrictions that have been placed on abortion..ie partial birth (barbaric and just plain gross) as well as late term abortions. He voted 3 times against a Born Alive Infant Protection Act. So he will withhold treatment to a baby who survives a failed abortion yet is viable. In Illinois many babies have been placed alive and cold in a soiled utility room left to die. Some of them as old as 32 weeks. A 32 weeker could potentially require minimal medical treatment.I can't help but question the character of a man who condones this. The will of the people spoke, I just wish more people valued human life. Roe vs. Wade may never be overturned but lifting all restrictions that we have placed on abortion is tragic.

I found a post on a blog that was so moving. She is an atheist turned christian turned catholic. I am not catholic but her post is pretty poignant and really spoke to my heart. It is worth reading.

http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/11/how-would-you-know.html

PS. So good to see you on the other side and Hope is a cutie!

To my darling daughter, you are very close to beco...

2008-10-31T21:55:00.000-06:00

To my darling daughter, you are very close to becoming a Proverbs 31 woman. You are an amazing mom and wife and you handle your household well. Please remember not to strive so hard to become her, that you forget to enjoy the journey along the way. Slow down, rest, relax and savor your life. Drink in the blessings and take time to smell the flowers. Love mom

Oh how fun! I'm so glad that you had a good time. ...

2008-10-16T06:39:00.000-06:00

Oh how fun! I'm so glad that you had a good time. Hope is adorable as always!