My attempt to be an authentic woman in an inauthentic world
Posted in Life, Motherhood, Random on Oct 5th, 2009
When Mama’s sick life comes to a screeching halt.
Three weeks ago I decided it was time for Jackson to say “bye, bye” to diapers and “hello” to the big boy potty. We bought him super cool pull-ups and made any venture to the bathroom a reason for a full-blown party, treats included. He was catching [...]
Most hospital memories tend to conjure up a host of negative emotions: individuals feel like a slab of meat on a metal tray, poked, prodded, and covered indiscreetly with a two-sizes-too-small paper gown. However, whether it was the strong narcotics, a pain pill-induced euphoria, or simply the unbelievable amount of relief post-surgery, my hospital experience [...]
I had nary a care in the world until it was pointed out to me in the sixth grade that my profile was the same as that of a large Greek man. Then it was again reiterated to me in high school when I was called “Parrot Nose Hayburn” (this didn’t go over so well [...]
What changes people’s lives? Who are the catalysts for that change? Do they know who they are? Do they realize change is happening because of them? What is their message – their platform? Did they set out to intentionally change the lives of others? Are those changes for the best? What makes their message significant [...]
Posted in Current Events, Faith, Life on Sep 11th, 2009
I wrote a post yesterday. I felt really good about it. I edited, reviewed, and scheduled it to post this morning.
Then this morning came. Today is 9-11. I felt convicted that I had not taken that into account yesterday as I feverishly worked on my post for today.
I removed today’s original post. I’ll re-post tomorrow [...]
Posted in Faith, Life, Motherhood on Sep 8th, 2009
They say confession is good for the soul. Okay. I’ve got a confession to make. Throughout the long summer months, the challenge of keeping my three little banshees from tearing the house and each other apart has been a major undertaking. Somehow they have this innate ability to discover Mommy’s weakness, and daily, they zero [...]
Once upon a time I was a model. Try as you might to find a picture of me hidden in the pages of an outdated fashion magazine or in a pile of resume head-shots, you will only end up disappointed (perhaps) and confused. Stating, “I was a model” is using the term “model” very loosely. [...]
Posted in Life, Motherhood, Random on Aug 29th, 2009
The countdown is on. School starts in (a little over) a week, and I can already feel a slight shift taking place; not just in our home, but in the weather too. I find myself waking up to a familiar autumn chill and, if I could actually smell, the scent of transition lingering in the [...]
At the tender age of six I received my first pair of “Underoos”. They were Wonder Woman. When I donned this remarkable underwear ensemble, I felt powerful and unstoppable. My little sister, too, received a matching pair. Together we were a force to be reckoned with. We would run around the house, wearing only our [...]
There is nothing more unnerving than sitting in a hospital waiting room with the theme music from “Terms of Endearment” playing in the background. (I think someone messed up on the music selection.) As I was waiting to have a CT Scan of my sinuses such music was playing overhead, and – while I was [...]
Welcome to my blog. My name is Amy, and I wear a lot of different hats: wife, mother, daughter, sister, missionary, teacher, friend...and the list goes on. Life is a balancing act, and one I do not excel at. I find that each new season brings about more opportunities to learn, grow and allow God to continue the refining work in me. The pages of this blog are a glimpse into the lessons I am learning and the journey I am taking. I hope you enjoy!