We understood that genuine connection with others through shared vulnerability can make a huge difference in combating both comparison and isolation. After thoughtful deliberation, we determined we were ready to dive into a shared blog as an attempt to both share that feeling of connection with others as well as provide an outlet for our interest in writing. Despite my “stage fright” of others reading my writing, I felt a surge of confidence knowing that I was not entering into the journey alone.
Tag: vulnerability
Looking Back on a Season of Uncertainty – Wendi’s Experience (Part 1)
As a stay-at-home parent, some of the biggest stresses for me throughout this pandemic have been adjusting to a wide-open schedule, concurrently fulfilling multiple roles, and dealing with a perpetual avalanche of thoughts and emotions.
Enjoy the Small Moments
I can’t enjoy every single minute of the day. I can, however, enjoy moments, even small ones, throughout the day.
Where’s the Do-Over Button?
Some days I wish I could hit a “do-over” button and start the day again.
My Kryptonite
I have a not-so-secret confession to make: decision-making is my kryptonite.
Cheers to All Sides of Parenting
As we celebrated moms yesterday, and anticipate celebrating dads next month, I reflected on my own journey of parenting and how my expectations and anticipations have been thrown off course. There is a lot to love about being a parent, and a lot of awesomeness that comes from kids. However, there are sides to parenting …
Jessica’s Unexpected Ever Afters
It did not take me long to fall into the same trap as the majority of other social media users, I created the perfect online life. According to my Facebook, I always look good; pictures taken in ideal lighting, from the correct above-angle, while wearing cute clothes. My children are beyond perfect; they sit quietly …
Happy Launch Day!
Welcome to our blog - we are so glad you are here! Launching this blog is the fulfillment of years’ long dreams for both of us. We both love to write and have had many conversations regarding ways to use and nurture this passion. We encouraged each other in conversations regarding writing opportunities and, after …
the unexpected ever afters 