Death is always a delicate subject, for both adults and children, and even more so when trying to explain the abstract concept of baby loss to a toddler or young child. When William and Noah died almost 5 years ago, we knew that if we had any subsequent children, we’d talk openly with them about their brothers. They would know their story, their place in our family. Henry grew up seeing…
5 Minute Makeup for Glowing Summer Skin
During the summer months, I like to keep my makeup routine basic and use lightweight products that help give glowing, radiant skin. It’s been a while since I shared my current makeup routine, so I thought I’d do a little step-by-step from start to finish. I love this quote from François Nars; “makeup shouldn’t cover your skin, it should enhance your natural beauty, not mask it.” Since having children, the…
A Terminal Diagnosis
My mother is dying. How is it that I am writing those words, that hold such horror and truth? This fact comes to me in nauseating waves; this all encompassing grief that is all too familiar. It has been 4 weeks since my worst fears were confirmed: incurable lung cancer. My sleep is fretful; my dreams murky and unsettling. I lie awake; unable to succumb to the exhaustion. It is only when…
Simple Springtime Activities for Toddlers
This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. The other day I found myself sorting through my little girl’s closet once again, reluctantly selecting the baby clothes that no longer fit her and folding them to later put away in storage. This activity always tugs on my heartstrings. Each piece of clothing holds a memory, a moment in time; and packing it away signifies the end of…
