Tag: My life

My Sister’s First Single and Running Woes (TOL #55) 

My Sister’s First Single and Running Woes (TOL #55) 

It’s never a good idea to save a blog post that needs to be written for the morning of. Of course, that’s what I did today, so I apologize if my thoughts are even more scattered than usual. Usually, my creative juices start flowing much 

Two Years of Knowing One Another = A Taco Date (WIAW 11/8)

Two Years of Knowing One Another = A Taco Date (WIAW 11/8)

Hey, hey, hey! Is anyone else glad this election is over? Wheh, it was a whirlwind and I’m just thankful it’s behind us. 😉 So, yesterday Benaiah kept me on my toes. I blame the broccoli I ate the night before for his fussiness. He 

How I Get Through a Hard Run (And How You Can Too!) + A Few Tangents  

How I Get Through a Hard Run (And How You Can Too!) + A Few Tangents  

So, yesterday started off amazing. I got up early, ran, showered, and made Landon breakfast all before 7:30. I love productive mornings. Although the morning went great, my afternoon was less than stellar. I think the rough afternoon, began with waiting in line for two 

Three Things I’ve Learned Since Benaiah’s Birth 

Three Things I’ve Learned Since Benaiah’s Birth 

Ever since I found out I was pregnant, I received more advice than I could even take in. Most of it was super helpful, while others I took with a grain of salt.  During these first eleven days that Benaiah has been in the world, 

First Big Trip Out! + Lots of Benaiah Snuggles (Weekend Recap 9/12) 

First Big Trip Out! + Lots of Benaiah Snuggles (Weekend Recap 9/12) 

Since Landon is still off work and I’m constantly feeding Benaiah all day, my days are so mixed up. I woke up this morning, trying to remember what day it was and if there was anything happening today. Thankfully, I think Landon, Benaiah and I 

Sentence per Picture: Birthday Style! 

Sentence per Picture: Birthday Style! 

When you make it through the first week of life with a newborn, naturally you celebrate with lentil soup, rolls, and ice cream.  What a ham. Celebration complete with gifts. (We actually didn’t even plan a party, it just kind happened/ ice cream and gifts 

Benaiah’s Favorite Seat + My Friday Favorites!

Benaiah’s Favorite Seat + My Friday Favorites!

Ahh, Friday, it’s good to be back. I don’t know what it is about Friday’s…Landon and I have been together all week (thank you vacation time from work!) and I’m still excited that it’s Friday. Maybe it’s because the rest of the world is too? 

First Pediatrian Visit and My Plates Look at Lot Different These Days (WIAW 9/6)

First Pediatrian Visit and My Plates Look at Lot Different These Days (WIAW 9/6)

We are still alive! (Mom win!) Being at home has proven to be wonderful and we are loving it. Hospital life = lots of interruptions, which means 0 sleep.  Thankfully, these last few days we’ve been savoring time together as a family of three and 

Benaiah’s Birth Story (Part 1) 

Benaiah’s Birth Story (Part 1) 

It’s been only four days since Benaiah was born and I’m still amazed that he is ours. Every little cry, coo, and snuggle is a reminder that life is such a miracle.  Bringing Benaiah into the world was not easy, but is was so worth 

Sentence per Picture: Hospital Edition 

Sentence per Picture: Hospital Edition 

Pretty sure I could get used to this view.  Skin to skin contact = the best. Benaiah’s facial expressions are already on point.   My boys- all of the sudden, I’m the minority in the Thompson house.  Obviously taken before the intense contractions began.  We