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Who am I?
I am Human. Flawed. Passionate. Overwhelmed. Creative. Tired. JoyFilled. Messy. Colorful. Sinful. Redeemed. As a woman living in a world that seems to spin faster with each passing day, I wear more hats than I care to count, but there are a few favorites...I am the wife of an all-too-human Prince Charming and the mother of two beautifully-imperfect children. My soul belongs to Jesus, and He is the reason I am able to find Petals of Joy in this journey I call Life.
Tag Archives: Daughters
I’m Already Proud of You
Oh, my sweet girl. My young, beautiful ballerina. This week I’ll watch you walk into the studio for hours and hours of rehearsal for your part in next week’s performance of Coppélia. After the final curtain falls, and your muscles … Continue reading
Posted in Beautiful Life, Joy, Motherhood
Tagged ballet, Dance, Daughters, Mothering, Parenting, Proud
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When Did We Stop Twirling?
The other night, music softly playing in the background, I watched you dance. I peeked around the corner so you couldn’t see me because I knew if did, you’d stop. I was right. When you were just a little bug-of-a-girl, … Continue reading
Posted in Beautiful Life, Beauty, Motherhood, Struggles
Tagged Dance, Daughters, fear, Mothers, Sisters
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When You Need a Cure For Withering
We drove to the ballet studio, chatting away. In a moment my wedding dress filled our girl talk. Your little girl wedding dreams glowing on your face. As you stepped out of the car, and I watched you walk away, … Continue reading
Tea With My Princess
Elegant teacups mingle within lace and vintage clothing. White twinkle lights dangle from nooks and crannies while antique windows with peeling paint hang amidst silk roses and hydrangeas. Doilies and old-fashioned hats strung about like a kaleidoscope with purpose. The … Continue reading