by Becky Thompson | Jan 6, 2020 | For Mommas
For the Momma Who Just Can’t Keep Up I wander around my house and there is continual proof that I can’t keep up. I can’t always keep up with the dishes. I can’t keep up with the laundry-covered guest bed (even when I promise myself I’ll do one load a day.) I...
by Becky Thompson | Dec 22, 2019 | Christmas, For Mommas
For the Moms Who Will Be Up Late This Week It’s 12:36 a.m., and I’m the only one awake in my house. I had to wait until everyone was asleep so I could sneak presents in from the car. I have a feeling this won’t be the only night this week that I stay...
by Becky Thompson | Aug 26, 2018 | For Mommas
The Pass/Fail Test I Wasn’t Prepared to Take He had watched his older brother and sister stand on the front porch for their first day of school photos for years. He knew exactly what he was doing Monday morning when I said, “Okay, let’s take a picture before we...
by Becky Thompson | Apr 26, 2018 | For Mommas
When All of Those Moms Were Right… Mostly Jax, my three-year-old took a nap the other day – something he hasn’t done consistently in over a year. Consequently, he was up late. At about 10:00 pm, after books and stories and sitting with him, he said, “Momma?...
by Becky Thompson | Apr 23, 2018 | For Mommas
My Body Broken For You I had this mission. Lose all the baby weight. It seemed like a simple goal. Nursing helped. Watching my sugar intake helped. Eating healthy and getting exercise… it all helped. Even though I should be clear that my version of exercise is chasing...
