If you will remember, I am not always that into living in the moment, when it comes to parenting children under five.


So this article resonated particularly well with me. Pretty much every word. Down to the letter. So moms, stop what you’re doing and read it. You will feel so much better, I do believe.

“Yes. Me too. I am enjoying every single moment…”

“Especially this one.” Are you?

I’ve professed my love for Amanda Soule and her blog soulemama here before. I just wanted to drop an update that I’m also loving her latest book: The Rhythm of Family: Discovering a Sense of Wonder through the Seasons.

Her mindful way of living. Her love of creating. Her Little-House-On-The-Prairie-ishness. All around, she’s one wise lady. Should you desire a little inspiration in celebrating this oft-neglected season… Or should you just like to fantasize for a bit that you’re granola-ier than you actually are… Pick up this book, or one of her others. Just right for snuggling into your cozy bed with, for clearing your head of the crazy life, and for drifting off inspired to wake up a better “you”.

Bastien insisted on this photo. This was before his official hockey skates and helmet arrived. You know, before he went pro. So hang onto it – it’s gonna be worth a fortune some day.

Despite my best intentions to keep it simple, I feel like our days usually look more like this:

Chaotic. Messy. Half undone.
Maybe you’re feeling the same?
Take heart. There’s always tomorrow.
Love, with tattoos and danger on top,
Jessica

Perfect in so many ways! We had all the ingredients on hand. Not too time consuming. And flexible enough that I could walk away for a 15 minute tantrum/time out (Hadley’s, not mine). And now, I am going to keep eating it until I throw up.

From Simply in Season, a delightful little cookbook that also reads like a devotional.

Can it really be? Our little Logan is all grown up. And sporting a very cute hat, one might add.

Could you say no to that face? No, you could not.