Something about her gaze, this shot, that moment…makes my heart stop. Wow, this life goes fast. … [Read more...]
Almost August
I can't believe July is already behind us. This summer has been packed full thus far, but there are still four weeks to savour and enjoy and that is exactly what I plan to do! Howdy, August. May you trickle by us like molasses: slow, warm and thick. (OK, bad analogy; that sounds really … [Read more...]
Third World
My two older girls are off on an adventure with my husband's mom, so for the past few days we have been hurled back in time, to a day when we just had one kid. How did I ever think this was HARD? We have been playing at the beach, getting stuff done around the house, and it's … [Read more...]
The Pieces, There Are Two of Them
I had to get documentation of this, my wearing a two piece bathing suit after nearly a decade of being too self-conscious to dare bare my gut. Sure, there's a little overhang. Sure, my belly is whiter than snow. Sure, my stretch marks peek over the top of my waistband to greet you. But who … [Read more...]
Do You Bikini?
Summer is nearing and it's time to break out the swimsuits! Yay?If you're like most women, the thought of flaunting your body in a revealing bikini is a little intimidating, especially after the effects of pregnancy. My struggles with weight and body image have gobbled up far too many summers and in … [Read more...]
Beach Bum(p)
They say that wearing black has a slimming effect. Wouldn't you agree?We're in the middle of a heat wave and that means I have no choice but to swallow my pride, squeeze into my swimsuit and join the girls in the water. Life is grand! … [Read more...]