There are lots of things I like about holidays with my kids. Seeing their excitement and joy definitely makes anything better. However, I also find holidays with kids to be stressful. The 4th of July is no exception. Before children, we would go to a parade, walk around the city festival, maybe come home for a nap, then hit the fireworks. It sounds like we could do all … [Read more...]
Recovering from trauma, but still experiencing triggers
If you've ever experienced a traumatic event, which I sincerely hope you haven't, it really sticks with you. At least, it has really stayed with me. Many of my blog posts come from that event, which was my twin pregnancy and everything that followed. Because it's always right there in the back of my mind, things I see, things I hear, and even things I smell, bring me … [Read more...]