I haven't written in nearly a year. How did that happen? For my 30th birthday here are 30 random things about weird little me...1. I'm terrified of sinkholes. Really everyone should be. I mean the earth can open up beneath you and swallow you whole, burying you alive, never to be seen again. 2. I have a light freckle on the … Continue reading 30 Random Things About Me
Author: jessbuildingjoy
Dear 2015
Dear 2015,You were such a beautiful year for our family. You were full of joy, healing, growth and smiles. You were full of flower gardens, pixie hunting, bug studying, book reading, happy tear crying, and bursting-heart hugging. I have loved you so.Thank you, Jessica
Degrees of Predictability
A friend is waiting on news from a potential employer. With this new opportunity they could stay where they are, they could be moved across the country, they could be near family and friends, they could be far from anyone they know, they may not even get an offer which would then bring a myriad … Continue reading Degrees of Predictability
Ezra is 1!
Our little Ezra turned 1 a few days ago! He is such a happy boy and is almost always giggles and toothy grins. 🙂 He loves books and being read to, crawling after the dog and cat, snuggling and playing with mommy and daddy, and thinks his big sister is the funniest person around. He is … Continue reading Ezra is 1!
Talking to Kids About Foster Care, pt. 2
While writing the last post (Talking to Kids About Foster Care) I realized there was a lot more I wanted to cover about the topic. I covered how we explain difficult things in an age appropriate way to our four-year-old. Here are the things we tell her but in a very general way to protect … Continue reading Talking to Kids About Foster Care, pt. 2
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