Three years ago today, we learned we lost a baby we already so dearly loved. It was Mother’s Day weekend, and I felt like I should be anything other than celebrated. I’ve found my way out of the black hole that nearly swallowed me up in grief, but it doesn’t mean I still don’t mourn that sweet soul. I know Mother’s Day can be such a joyous and sad holiday at the same time. And I want you to know that’s okay. It’s okay to be crying both tears of happiness and pain…
As soon as we moved into our new home this past August, we went ahead and set the crib and baby furniture up since we knew we’d eventually have to. We also put all of our miscellaneous items and boxes in that room and just shut the door! Well, the past two weekends, we’ve been doing a little decorating in the new baby’s room. It’s definitely far from finished, but I’m already in love with the scheme. It’s bright. It’s fun. It’s totally out of my comfort zone. I like neutrals and…
Well…it’s no secret anymore. We’ve told everyone that we’re expecting! I still wear lots of flowy tops, though, so you may not notice right away. This pregnancy is already so different from when I was pregnant with Hallen. I hardly felt Hallen kicking at all…throughout the whole pregnancy! This one started kicking at 16 weeks…yes 16…and hasn’t stopped! And I have to pee at least twice an hour. The joys! I’ll take that with a healthy pregnancy, though!These are some of my favorite new pieces I’ve snagged…well, Kevin…