Life Lately How can I describe life lately? Hmmmm. Hectic? Productive? Exhausting? Unpredictable? Yes, yes, yes, and more yes. With a snap of my fingers and a blink of my eyes, it's finally Spring, almost May, and nearing the end of the school year. How did we get here so fast? I haven't written a post in quite a while because I can barely keep my head above water. … [Read more...]
2017 Review: Highlights from Home and Blog Life
2017 Review This year has been a doozy. It has been a year of change, a year of new activities, and a year of hard work, both at home and on the blog. With that, I couldn't end the year without a 2017 review of both. Let's start the 2017 review with the blog! 2017 Review of Shann Eva's Blog I've been writing and blogging since the twins were in the NICU, and I've gone … [Read more...]
Holiday Gratitude: Why I’m Thankful this Season
Holiday Gratitude Every year comes with its ups and downs. This year was no different. We experienced many challenges, and sometimes it's hard to see the good when you're in that hard spot. But, there were so many things that we are thankful for. That I am thankful for. With the holidays approaching, it's nice to take some time to reflect on those blessings. So, today, I'm … [Read more...]
Christmas Countdown: Grateful during the Madness
Christmas Countdown The Christmas countdown has begun, and it's not been too pretty around here. It's like the boys know they are supposed to behave, so they go completely the opposite way. I think they are actually challenging me to put some coal in their stockings this year! I'm not sure if it's just me, or has the Christmas countdown felt like it's been in warp speed … [Read more...]
Happy Endings: Change your Perspective
Endings It's that time of year where things are winding down. A couple of weeks of school left, one dance performance done, my student's performance in just a few weeks, and hopefully the end of Winter. (Seriously. This Wisconsin weather has been pretty crazy. I think we've had both our heat and air conditioning on this week.) Endings are happening, and I think we're all … [Read more...]