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A letter to my daughter for her 4th birthday {Five Minute Friday}
It's Five Minute Friday!* Where a group of us join together for five minutes of writing without worrying about if it’s just right or not, hosted by the lovely Lisa-Jo. Because, "...often our perfectionism gets in the way of our words." -Lisa-Jo Baker And I'm...
what you need to know when your baby comes home from the NICU {Life After the NICU}
It’s Five Minute Friday!* Where a group of us join together for five minutes of writing without worrying about if it’s just right or not, hosted by the lovely Lisa-Jo. For today's Five Minute Friday I'm doing something a bit differently than my usual five minute...
A guest post, link love, and a youtube video
As I mentioned, I enjoyed a much needed break during the week of Spring Break, but I'll be honest I'm having a hard time getting back into the routine of writing and blogging. Currently, I have several posts in the works and looking forward to sharing them with you...
when raising your {special needs} child seems mundane
It's been kind of quiet around here because I was enjoying our Spring Break! We spent a week visiting family in North Carolina while enjoying a much needed time of relaxation. It was refreshing. Well, except for the trip to the emergency room. Surprisingly, it...
100 Ways You Know You’re A {Special Needs} Mom
This past September, I got a good laugh out of Lisa-Jo Baker's 100 Ways You Know You're A Mom (not to mention I had personally experienced #8, #44, #71, and #80 on her list). I am blessed with the privilege of being Mommy to three beautiful children, each of whom I...
When all you need is rest (Five Minute Friday)
It’s Five Minute Friday!* Where a group of us join together for five minutes of writing without worrying about if it’s just right or not, hosted by the lovely Lisa-Jo. Today's Prompt: REST GO Gently, I tuck back my daughter's hair behind her ear, tracing the outline...
Finding comfort when you doubt
It's easy to doubt decisions you've made in parenting any child, but when it comes to parenting a a child with special needs those worries become amplified. All decisions are crucial, each one affecting your child's overall health and progress for good or bad. ...
About me
Welcome fellow pilgrims. I’m Rachel. A writer, sojourner, pastor’s wife, and special needs mama. Join me on the journey?