monday musings #2: how I really feel about baby #4

This post is a sensitive one. It might be an emotional trigger for those who are struggling with fertility issues or child loss. I wrote this with intended love and respect and I sincerely hope that I do not cause further heartache for anyone.  You can always feel free to email me at justine@littledoveblog.com *****************************… Continue reading monday musings #2: how I really feel about baby #4

monday musings #1: …and then some

  When I was pregnant with my son I gained 50 pounds. 50. Keep in mind that I was not underweight to begin with so this was well over the recommended weight gain for a woman that starts at a “normal” weight. 32 weeks, spring 2010. With ONE baby. Not twins. But maybe we should… Continue reading monday musings #1: …and then some

self image & self worth (& free printables!)

There is a picture in my scrapbook of me from about a year before I got married. I’m standing with my upper body out of a pool and at the time I felt a little “bigger” than I’d like to be, not quite as lean as I would have liked.I laugh now because what I… Continue reading self image & self worth (& free printables!)

August mantle and a to-do list

For my August mantle I decided I wanted to do a beach and turquoise theme, mostly because I knew I had a bunch of stuff that would work, ha! 🙂 With this mantle post I thought I’d talk a little bit more about where to find your decorative items from, because you might be thinking… Continue reading August mantle and a to-do list

I’m not supermom, and that’s okay

A few weeks ago I saw a funny e-card on Facebook and I shared it to my profile. I don’t repost many things that I see on other people’s profiles but this was one I could totally relate to. Obviously it got many likes because, hey, it’s funny. And I’m sure that most moms have… Continue reading I’m not supermom, and that’s okay