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Blogiversary Week 3: Making a Difference Through Love

On October 19, 2020October 18, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: WendiLeave a comment

During these troubled times, I am grateful for the voices that proclaim: There is a better way. Do not lose heart. Never underestimate the transforming power of love.

Blogiversary Week 2: Time to Be

On October 12, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Parenting, Self CareLeave a comment

I find hope in Wendi’s authenticity as she writes about her journey towards being, and comfort in her reminder to prioritize this time. I hope you also find encouragement through her words. Here's to all of us as we find time to be.

Enjoy the Small Moments

On September 21, 2020September 20, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Family, Parenting7 Comments

I can’t enjoy every single minute of the day. I can, however, enjoy moments, even small ones, throughout the day.

Candid Moments of Inspiration

On August 31, 2020August 30, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Parenting4 Comments

Appreciation, joy, kindness, laughter, praise - I hope to continue to learn important lessons from these candid moments of inspiration.

Where’s the Do-Over Button?

On August 17, 2020August 16, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Parenting, Self Care1 Comment

Some days I wish I could hit a “do-over” button and start the day again.

Never Alone

On August 3, 2020August 3, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi2 Comments

There will be more times where I’ll wish to simply “skip tomorrow,” but I can take comfort knowing that through it all, I will not be alone.

My Kryptonite

On July 20, 2020July 19, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Self Care2 Comments

I have a not-so-secret confession to make: decision-making is my kryptonite.

All That Still Is

On July 6, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Self Care4 Comments

While this season has been unexpected in so many ways and filled with so much loss, I’ve started to realize I can still find enjoyment in all that still is.

Don’t Take it Personally

On June 22, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Parenting, Self Care1 Comment

I’ve learned that part of parenting is learning to not take offense at every candid verbalization. Furthermore, I’ve learned that applying this skill in other situations, e.g. processing expressions or reactions shared by adults, is also helpful.

“You are never ‘just a'”

On June 8, 2020June 8, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Family, Jobs, Parenting4 Comments

He looked straight at me and kindly but firmly said, “You are never ‘just a.’”

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