Single Mom Mother's Day

I'm no Mother's Day expert (Sunday was only my fourth Mother's Day ), however I am enough of an expert to know that it just felt strange. I'd like to think there is no stigma attached to single parenting, however I swear I felt the stares yesterday. Literally, every mom I saw along our walk and at the park was there with an entire family; kids, and husband in tow.

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The Real Reason I'm Sick All the Time

The Real Reason I'm Sick All the Time

I've been posting a lot recently about Hudson being sick, and then me being sick. I receive countless messages of concern, suggestions, and sincere love, so for all of you, thank you. As I have been off of work today sick (again), I was in bed reflecting on why I have been struck with so many viruses lately, so I decided to let you all know my secret... I have been off of work today sick (again), I was in bed reflecting on why I have been struck with so many viruses lately, so I decided to let you all know my secret...

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My Recent Battle With Mom Guilt

Last night, after a weekend spent with Hudson, I was left feeling sad, emotional, and drained. I have him every weekend (Thursday-Monday), and make it my top priority to ensure we play, make memories, go on adventures, learn, and snuggle. We typically "do it all", and then I'm literally exhausted by the end of the weekend, just in time to start a fresh work week. Adversely, on a given day when we don't "do it all", and we stay home most of the day and do chores and watch movies and play (like yesterday), I'm left feeling guilty and empty. "Did I do enough?"... "Maybe we should have gone somewhere, or done something!"

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Try On Love!

Try On Love!

In light of Valentine's Day quickly approaching, Hudson and I teamed up with TRY ON LOVE + Nicholas Ram Photography for a shoot inspired by nothing but love. 

This local Vancouver shop produces locally screened, eco-conscious shirts, pullovers, and hoodies for women + children.

Their vision is to wear love, spread love, and just LOVE! 

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Today Was a Hard Day

Today Was a Hard Day

 "Bye-bye Mommy's house. See you in a few days!" Mommy, member when you used to live at daddy's house?"

Those were the words I heard as we rushed out the door today on our way to daycare and work. Mondays are my day to drop Hudson off, and then I won't see him again until picking him up late Thursday afternoon.

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Separate Lives, but Not Separate Goals

Separate Lives, but Not Separate Goals

It has taken me a while to get to a place of comfort to be able to share this piece of my life with others. I finally feel ready to open up about the adversities that I have faced this past year, and I welcome nothing but positive vibes from posting these feelings and emotions.

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