Sometimes life doesn’t ask politely if it can interrupt you. It just barges in, plops down on the couch, and starts rearranging the pillows. That’s exactly what happened this past month.
We hit pause on blogging, thinking it’d be a short, quiet breather. Instead, the universe decided to host its own variety show in our lives!
First up: Tristan was in an accident. (Everyone’s okay, thank goodness!) But that moment shook us. It was a reminder that in one heartbeat, life can shift your whole perspective. Gratitude has a way of roaring louder after close calls.
Next act: Eva started school. Brand new routines, new faces, new energy. It’s wild watching her step into this chapter, it feels like handing over the pen and watching her start writing her own story, one page at a time.
And then there was Missouri… Oh Missouri, you tricky character. We took a trip with my mom that tested patience, stretched boundaries, and reminded me that family vacations are rarely just about sightseeing. They’re about resilience, humor, and the occasional deep breath while muttering, “I love these people, I love these people…”
Here’s the thing: while I was away from the keyboard, life kept showing up with lessons. And that’s the beauty of stepping back. You don’t stop living; you start listening.
Now we’re back, blog family. A little more seasoned, a little more stretched, and ready to share it all with you again. Because sometimes, when you step away… life steps in, and hands you exactly the stories you were meant to tell.
What I Learned This Month (a.k.a. Life’s Free Souvenirs):
Gratitude shows up loudest after a scare. Tristan’s accident reminded me to hug tighter and say “I love you” more often.
Every new season is a fresh chapter. Watching Eva start school taught me that beginnings are both messy and magical, and definitely worth celebrating.
Patience is a muscle. Missouri stretched mine in ways I didn’t know it could be stretched. Family trips are basically emotional boot camps with snacks and pee breaks.
Breaks aren’t blank spaces. Stepping away isn’t wasted time, it’s gathering time. All the best stories are out there waiting while you pause.
So here’s to pausing, gathering, and returning. Thanks for waiting for me, friends, the blog is back, and I can’t wait to dig in with you again! 🤗🥰
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