 Today is Ben's 36th birthday! When we first started dating he was a spry young 22, so this is mind-blowing to me. I won't go on and on about him here (I'll save that for my bday social media posts, haha), but I will say that I am just so, so, so, so grateful to have Ben as my companion/partner-in-life and the father of my children. He is one special guy and I'm excited to celebrate him this weekend. But for now, let's get to #SJOTW. Here's what brought me happiness over the past 7 days... HEAR: Charlie Mae on Easter Charlie Mae LOVED Easter. In fact, she loved it so much that for the past few mornings when she's woken up, she's said [sadly], "I want more Easter." We even did an Easter egg hunt in the house yesterday before day care to appease her longing (lol). Anyways, on Easter, what I loved most was hearing her squeal with complete and utter excitement every time she spotted another egg. It was PURE childhood joy and it was magical. SEE: Longbourn by Jo Baker This book was recommended to me by my friend + favorite book critic (of course), Jessica Christensen, and it has not disappointed so far. It's the story of Pride and Prejudice from the point of view of the servants of the household, and it's really, really good. I've been having to force myself to stop reading and go to bed each night this week. It's also making me want to read P&P again when I'm done! It's been too long since my last reading of that classic. TASTE: Easter Treats (obviously) I think the only time I ever have jellybeans is on Easter--and even then, I try to eat them very sparingly--but man, are they tasty and do they take me back! Charlie Mae doesn't like them for some reason (weird?) so I got to enjoy a few of hers this year and they sure were delicious. SMELL: Spring flowers Cliche, I know, but true! We're finally starting to see some actual flowers blooming here and it's beautiful. It's also super fun to show Charlie Mae how to smell the flowers--she gets a big kick out of the different scents. TOUCH: S l e e p ! ! ! I've still been pretty under the weather from the everlasting flu that I caught at the beginning of the month (just found out I have pneumonia and a sinus infection, which are both common leftovers from the flu), so getting as much sleep as possible has been crucial this week. I was coughing so much that it was hard to sleep, but the past few nights the coughing has been a bit better so I've really well and I'm extremely thankful for that. Nothing like sleep to make you feel better! ...And that's it for this week! I hope you can find the time to look back and reflect on your #SJOTW today, too... Have a great weekend!   I've been pretty slow to post the work that we're doing over at Starr Struck Design Studio lately. In fact, some of the projects featured in today's roundup are a couple of months old! But, better late than never, right? So, I'm sharing a handful of "recent" branding projects today and another handful next week so you can get a glimpse into what we've been focused on over the past few months... Project #1: Logo Design (Primary + Secondary) and Website Design for Georgia Birth Advocacy Coalition I grew up with the now-founder of the Georgia Birth Advocacy Coalition, Zawn Villines, and was excited when she reached out to me about working on this project. The organization has an amazing mission; did you know that Georgia’s maternity care is the worst in the nation, with the highest maternal death rate? The Georgia Birth Advocacy Coalition wants to change that (check out their site to learn more!). But anyway, Zawn approached me about needing two versions of her logo--an inclusive version that spoke to the feminine energy of pregnancy and a more professional and buttoned-up version. In the end, we settled on the logos above + below.  And here's the website that we pulled together for her! Click on the image below to peruse the live site.  Project #2: Website Design for Delicious Living Nutrition Nicole Cormier is an amazing Cape Cod-based anti-diet dietitian, local food enthusiast, author, and intuitive eating nutrition therapist. DLN is her ever-growing business and it was a fun challenge working with her to completely overhaul her website (we started from scratch and re-built it on a new platform). Her goal was a much cleaner, more organized, more focused website, and I think we made that happen! Click on the site pic below to visit + see for yourself...  Project #3: Logo Design + Website Design for Better with Butter I went to college with the owner and baker behind Better with Butter (shout-out Diana Freeman) and am really excited for her as she gets going with this new venture (in TX). All of her baked goods look *DIVINE* and it was great getting them up on her site for the world to see (and order!). She was fairly clear on the color scheme she wanted for her logo and branding, and it was wonderful working with someone who had such a distinct aesthetic and eye for design. Here's the logo we came up with in the end:  And here's her new website (would you look at those scones? My pregnant taste buds are going crazy, haha!)!  Oh, and one more fun design element that we created for Diana--this pattern that mimics the tiles used in the backsplash in her kitchen where she does all of her baking! This is just a snippet, but she's used it on the back of her menu card, her business card, and more.  Project #4: Website Design for Lynn Campbell Art Lynn is an Atlanta-based abstract artist who wanted a shoppable home for her art online. Her work is gorgeous, so it was quite enjoyable looking at all of the colors and soothing paint strokes while pulling her site together; we tried to keep it simple + clean so her art can shine. You can check our Lynn's work + site by clicking on the link below:  ...And with that, I'll be back with more of our recent work next week! Thanks to all of our amazing clients for hiring us to do these fun projects and for putting your design trust in us. Interested in working with us? Learn more about our services and view our full portfolio here.  
I SO love Sean! He was really fun to talk to and has been through a lot with his local apparel business since he started it back in 2014 (shortly after Ben and I moved to the Cape!). Here's a quick rundown of his episode + listening info:
Sean Fitzpatrick started Cape Cloth in 2014 with the goal of making a quality clothing line that represents and supports Cape Cod. Inspired by his desire for a brand with an actual connection to his home, Sean embarked on quite a journey to launch and grow a sustainable apparel company here on the Cape. In this week's episode, Sean shares his entrepreneurial story, a lot of wisdom, and what he's focused on today as he continues to grow. Learn more at CapeCloth.com. This episode is sponsored by Cape Cod Home Remedies. Brought to you by LoveLiveLocal and yours truly. How to Listen: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Podcast Landing Page | Stream below... Thanks for your support! 
This has been such a great week! Nothing super special or out of the ordinary, just our first non-drama, non-sick, non-total-stressful-life-event week in forever! And for that, I am extremely thankful.
Plus, Charlie Mae was home with me for the past two days in a row (daycare schedule change) and we've just had THE BEST time together. She's been in a great mood, I've been in a great mood, we've been outside and playing and running errands and it's just been fun. There's nothing like truly loving your child's company and loving spending time with them (insert all of the heart emojis here). Thus, simple joys! Here are a few more simple pleasures that have made me happy over the past 7 days... HEAR: "Waatea" by Clem Beatz I finally returned to teaching yoga this week and it was so nice to be back (besides my cough that is still lingering and quite annoying). This song is on my April playlist and it has been giving me lots of energy when it comes on: SEE: Kids at the new playground in town {Luke's Love} On Wednesday, Charlie Mae and I ventured over to this newly-renovated playground in the area. It was BEYOND packed--which shows how excited all of us parents are for a new playground--and it was the perfect day. We spent two hours there and I loved watching Charlie Mae nervously explore and then eventually settle in and get down to playing. On the way home she said, "I want to go to that playground every day forever!" So sweet. TASTE: Trader Joe's "Hold the Cone" Mini Ice Cream Cones Charlie Mae and I went on a new snack-finding mission at TJ's yesterday and it did not disappoint. And because she is beyond obsessed with ice cream cones lately, we got these mini ice cream cones as a treat. They're so tasty and just the right size (for her...not Ben, who ate three, haha). Yum! SMELL: Cape Cod Home Remedies "Frost" Body Butter I posted about my love for all things Cape Cod Home Remedies on Instagram this week, but if you missed it, I must shout them out again here. Their products are incredible! And the scent, feel, and result of this body butter is divine. I've been super dry and itchy lately as my skin stretches out over my expanding pregnant body, and I can't get enough. Check them out! TOUCH: Sunshine The sunshine changes EVERYTHING. Everything! I don't think I realized how much I've been missing it this winter but now that it's been coming back, I've noticed a huge boost in my mood and energy. S I M P L E J O Y. ...And that's it for this week! I hope you can find some time to reflect today and that you have a *wonderful* Easter weekend! 
 It's been too long since I've posted a reading list, but not to fear, this doesn't mean I haven't been reading! In fact, since I just got over being sick for so long (and for part of that time I was on Tamiflu, which gave me insomnia) I've been reading more than ever lately! So, here are 4 books that I've read recently and recommend + 4 that are on my list for this spring...
 
Today's BOCC interview is a pretty amazing one. I loved talking to Sarah Brassard and I think you'll love listening to her journey and what she has to say--especially if you're in the wellness field, too, or have any interest in writing a book one day. A quick recap of her episode is below:
Sarah Brassard has spent the past 20 years of her career focused on healing. She's been on both a personal and professional journey of physical, emotional, spiritual, and energetic growth and learning, and most recently, she's authored her first book that explores these topics in more detail. In this episode, Sarah shares her story and how she went from boutique owner, to massage therapist, to yoga studio owner, to coach, author, and speaker. Learn more at SarahBrassard.com. Brought to you by LoveLiveLocal and yours truly. How to Listen: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Podcast Landing Page | Stream below... Thanks for listening! 
 Oh you guys, it's been quite the week and a half. In case you missed it on social media, I'll catch you up: last Thursday, I came down with a bad case of what turned out to be Flu B. It landed me in the hospital over the weekend and I've been sick ever since--the sickest I've been as an adult, I believe. Then on Tuesday, Charlie Mae started showing some symptoms, so I took her in on Wednesday and found out that she has it now, too. Luckily, hers doesn't seem to be as bad since she got the flu vaccine, but it's still super sad. {Keep your fingers crossed for Ben!} But during this time, I was mostly in bed, feeling like I was dying, falling further and further behind on life, work, baby preparations, and taking care of my child, and it was no bueno. I'm finally back to functioning (although not quite 100% yet) and am hoping to be back to teaching tomorrow morning. PHEW! So, simple joys. These are going to be *really* simple because I haven't been able to do much or experience much since I got sick... HEAR: Maren Morris' New Album, Girl Maren Morris put out her second album last month and I've been enjoying it ever since. It's quite poppy, which doesn't bother me at all but does make me wonder if she's on the T. Swift trajectory...either way, I def recommend it! SEE: Charlie Mae eating ice cream If there is one thing that makes our girlie happy even when she's sick, it's an ice cream cone. I took her to get one after her pediatrician's appointment on Wednesday and it was adorable watching her eat it and seeing how much joy it brought her. I have to say, when it comes to ice cream, I understand the feeling ;) TASTE: Getting my taste buds back ;) I always forget how much it sucks to lose your sense of taste until I lose it and then get it back...taste buds are amazing! Sure is nice to taste my food again. SMELL: Throat Coat Tea I haven't been able to smell anything since I got sick, so I'll just say this tea, since it's a favorite when my throat hurts and I'm coughing as much as I have been. My mom sent it to me when I first got sick and I was so appreciative. TOUCH: Sleeping When I was super sick, I was coughing so much that I couldn't sleep (plus Tamiflu causes insomnia for me, so that didn't help). All I wanted to do was sleep and I couldn't. For the past two nights I've finally been able to sleep again and it has been heavenly. THE LITTLE THINGS, AMIRITE!??! And there you have it! The most basic of basic simple pleasures. I hope your week was better than mine and full of life's little joys! See you back here next week.   Dear Second Child of Mine,
I started writing this letter to you in my head last night, during a fever dream of sorts (I'm getting over the flu and therefore, so are you, I guess...). I felt you kicking in my belly and was reminded that while I've been super distracted by my sickness and taking care of a toddler and all of the work that's piling up around me as I rest in bed recovering, what matters most right now is keeping you safe and healthy amidst all of the chaos that surrounds us. What I want you to know is that while it appears from the outside that we're not ready for you at all, that we haven't thought about your impending arrival and are unprepared, this is not the case. We've been waiting for you all of our lives. Sure, at this point in my pregnancy with your big sister all of her clothes had been procured, washed, folded, placed in labeled drawers in her newly-painted dresser in her newly-decorated nursery--and all I've done for you is hastily go through her old clothes and pull out the unisex items, throwing them into paper grocery sacks--but you'll be a July baby and will be wearing only your diaper for the majority of the first few months anyway, so it doesn't really matter. What I didn't know the first time around, I made up for by obsessing and perfecting all of the small, controllable details; but with you, I know how little these details actually matter once you're holding a new baby in your arms. Your sister taught me that all of the planning and painting and buying and folding will not make it easier to adjust to a new baby's presence in our lives, but will just add to my to-do list before you arrive, which is long enough and overwhelming enough already. [Although I do promise to wash and fold the clothes that are currently sitting in the grocery sacks--pinky swear.] In many ways, you're lucky, because you won't have the pressure of 10 months of planning and waiting rush in on you the second you enter the world. You'll have the love and the excitement, but not the same amount of figure-it-outs-as-you-gos and nervous unknowns (although everything about you is an unknown, from your eye color to your personality to your sleep habits; oh please be the laid-back baby I've only heard about in Parenting Fairy Tales!). Your sister likes to press her ear against my belly and tell me about the noises that she hears "you" making. She fed you popcorn and milk from her sippy cup onto my belly the other night and she's already started planning the games that you'll play together and which toys she'll share with you. I know your experience of our family will be so different than hers has been thus far; you'll have her as your guide, your companion, your distraction, and in many ways, your competition, but she's just as excited as we are to meet you, and you're as wanted and as loved as a baby ever could be--despite our lack of preparation due to the curveballs that life has thrown our way in the 6.5 months since finding out that you were growing in my belly. You should also know, Dear Babe, that there was another baby between you and your sister, but that he or she didn't make it this far. I have to think that this is because you were the baby that we were supposed to have, supposed to meet, and supposed to love, and for that reason I'm even more confident that we're ready for you to be a part of our little family unit (in another 14-ish weeks, of course!). We're not perfect; we've all got a lot of growing to do, but we're your family and we feel so lucky that you're going to be ours. Thanks for dealing with all of the loud coughing, fevers, and sniffles over the past week or so. Thanks for picking us. And thanks in advance for your understanding about your lack of exciting new clothing and hand-me-down everything... See you in July! Love, Your Mama 
I missed #SJOTW on Friday because I came down with the flu late last week! Bleh and sorry! I'm still not recovered (typing this while lying in bed sucking on a cough drop) but I was able to get this podcast edited and out into the world in time, so there's a tiny win from flu-land ;)
Here's a quick rundown of this week's episode: Catherine and Dave Ferraresi opened Gustare Oils & Vinegars in 2009, just 4 years after moving back to the US from Europe, where they had lived for 10 years. In this week's episode, Catherine shares the process of opening up + running a very niche, European-style business on Chatham Main Street and what it was like to both expand and later, to consolidate that business as it grew and changed over the course of 10 years. Learn more at GustareOliveOil.com. Brought to you by LoveLiveLocal and yours truly. How to Listen: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Podcast Landing Page | Stream below... Thanks for listening! 
 I think you all know by now that I struggled with an eating disorder for most of my teenage years. I have memories of hating my body + appearance from around second grade on, and I started acting on those feelings by controlling my eating starting in 9th grade. After going through treatment for anorexia and bulimia a few years later, I was "better," but still struggled with eating issues well into college. I've talked about this here many times before, so I know it's not news to any of you regular readers. But what I haven't talked about *quite* as much is the exercise addiction that went hand-in-hand with my disordered eating and body image issues. And that's because this addiction continued for much longer than the eating disorder did...and was often hard to identify because exercise is healthy, right!?! When someone is addicted to exercise, it can often seem like she's just really into fitness and "taking care of her body." Exercise addicts are often praised for their commitment to the gym, to staying in shape, to putting their health above everything else. But what it often overlooked is that for many (not all) exercise addicts, those trips to the gym or to class aren't about being healthy at all, they're about making up for eating or drinking, for "overdoing it," or even as way to beat themselves up for not being "perfect" [often subconsciously, of course]. For many years I went to the gym or went running religiously; not because it felt good to exercise, but because I was petrified that if I didn't go--for even one day--I would get fat, lose control, be labeled as "lazy." There have been times in my life when I didn't have an active eating disorder, but when I was working out twice a day, or spending over an hour on the elliptical (waiting to hit a certain number of calories burned), or going on a run when I was so hungover that I could hardly move [hello, college self!]. Even after I found yoga--which I found because I had literally run my pelvis into the ground and had a stress fracture in my sacrum from pounding on the pavement--I still had to do it EVERY DAY because if I didn't, I was afraid I would spiral out of control. Clearly not healthy. But obviously, my relationship with exercise has changed a lot over the years. I credit most of that change to yoga, which taught me to love, listen to, and honor my body, but it has also happened naturally as my life situation has changed, and as my focus has shifted off of myself/my body and onto my business, my family, raising my child, etc. Late last week, I took a really challenging cycle class (shout-out Elite Nation Cycle!) and it felt so darn good. I was sweating, I was tired, I was breathing heavily, and my big, pregnant belly was bouncing, but as I pumped my legs I couldn't help but think about how different this workout felt than similar workouts did in my past life. I still like to push myself, but I like to do it now because it feels good (afterward), because it's good for me, because I want to be fit and active enough to play with my children, and because I need a mental break from all of the thinking + care-taking in my life. Some days I like crazy intense workouts, some days I like family walks, some days I like yoga, some days I like doing nothing (LOL), but no matter what I'm doing, the end goal is no longer "to keep myself from getting fat." And that's super freeing. Are there still days when I feel bigger than I want to be? Absolutely. Do I still feel myself slipping into those negative, self-critical thinking patterns sometimes? Oh yeah. Do I still wish I was smaller? Sure. But these thoughts don't consume me now and frankly, I have too many other [much more important] things to think about today. Now when I think about exercising, I think a lot about what I want to model for my daughter (and eventually, my son): I want my children to see that being active is simply a lifestyle, and part of being an active person is moving your body and moving it in ways that are sometimes challenging--but that movement can come in lots of different forms. Exercise is not a punishment for eating. It's not something you "have" to do. It's something you choose to do because it makes you feel good inside of your amazing body. Case in point: the other day, Charlie Mae was playing with her stuffed animals, and she made one of them say to the others, "Bye, I'm going to yoga now!" [heart = melting]. I hope she always thinks of movement like this--as just another part of everyday life, something so basic that even her toys do it regularly.  
On this week's episode of Built on Cape Cod, we've got another discussion with the show's founders! Here's what we're chatting about:
When you're a Cape Cod entrepreneur, it can feel impossible to separate your work from your life--especially when your business is greatly affected by the seasonality of our sandbar. In this episode, Mary Catherine, Jen, + Amanda discuss time management, "work-life balance," and how to take care of yourself when running a business on Cape Cod. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or at BuiltonCapeCod.com. Brought to you by LoveLiveLocal and yours truly. How to Listen: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Podcast Landing Page | Stream below... 
Here we are at the end of March and I can hardly believe it! Now that I'm pregnant, these weeks passing so quickly have an entirely different meaning; what do you mean I only have 4-ish months left to prepare for this little babe joining our family? How can that be possible? And yet, here we are, knocking on the door of April.
Thus, I'm thankful that this blog forces me to slow down + reflect on my #SJOTW, which in turn helps to ground me + keep me from getting too spun up about what lies ahead. What made you smile over the past 7 days? Here are a few of the little things that brought me happiness... HEAR: "Saturday Nights" by Khalid Have you heard this song? Ben and I are both obsessed and it's been in our heads all week--ever since he asked me to dance to it with him when I came down from putting Charlie Mae to bed on Tuesday night (LOL but also very sweet). You can listen below: SEE: Amy Schumer Growing Fellow pregnant ladies + Amy Schumer-lovers, you NEED to watch this Netflix Special about being pregnant! It's so great. I watched it on Friday night while I worked on the couch (Ben was coaching) and it made me laugh so many times. She's spot-on. TASTE: Hard Boiled Eggs Buying this Dash Quick Egg Cooker a few years ago was one of the better $16 investments I've ever made. I've been eating 1-2 hard boiled eggs almost every single day of my pregnancy and they've been such a great source of protein when a lot of other protein sources turn me off. SMELL: Aloe Gel Welp, I've now had a bizarre itchy rash on almost my entire body for almost 2 weeks and of course, I'm blaming it on pregnancy sensitivities + hormones because I cannot for the life of me figure out what's causing it (and it's not getting better--ahhhhhhh!). Because I hate putting medicated cream on my body while pregnant, I bought some 99% pure Aloe Gel at Whole Foods this week and it's been providing a lot of relief. Hooray for natural remedies! TOUCH: Pedicure Life has been so insane over the past few months that I haven't even been able to find the time to sneak out and get a pedicure. I usually go during a work day when CM is at daycare (and just bring my laptop and work), but even that had proved to be too much until yesterday. I finally found a window of time (and the motivation to make it happen) yesterday afternoon and it was great! No more dry, creepy toe talons on this girl. You're welcome, yoga students (HAHA). And there you go! Another week of simple joys in the bag. Hope you can find the time to reflect on your #SJOTW today, too. Locals: I'm teaching my Spring Awakening Detox + Restore workshop at Centerville Yoga tonight (6-8pm) if you're around. Would love to see you there! Hope you have a great weekend *full* of simple, sensory pleasures... 
Another week = another episode of BOCC! Here's the description of this week's show:
Wellfleet resident Bruce Bierhans has been practicing law for 34 years and practicing on the Cape since the late 90's. Since then, he has not only grown his legal business, but has also become quite the mover + shaker in the nonprofit scene on Cape Cod, serving on numerous boards and as President or Chairman of a number of organizations. In this week's episode we learn about Bruce's business journey and what drives him to give back to his local community with such vigor. Learn more at BierLaw.com + BuiltonCapeCod.com. Brought to you by LoveLiveLocal and yours truly. How to Listen: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Podcast Landing Page | Stream below... 
 Some weeks are such a blur! And this one definitely was. I have an astounding amount of work on my plate right now (which is great--I'm thankful for it!), so I basically spent every "free" moment of the week on my laptop, working on logo designs + websites and emailing clients. But it's all fun work that I love so I'm not complaining ;) How was your week? I hope lovely and filled with simple joys! Here are some of the little things that made me happy over the past 7 days... HEAR: "Yoga Feels" Playlist on Spotify I can't remember how I found this playlist (I didn't make it, I just stumbled across it), but I found it about a year ago and have been following it ever since. The person who created it adds a few new songs to it every month and it's not your average yoga playlist--a lot of the songs aren't songs I would actually play in my classes, but I love flowing to them. I did a home practice to this playlist earlier this week and it was just the lift I needed. If you're on Spotify check it out! SEE: The Marvelous Ms. Maisel You know how when you're part of a couple you have the shows you watch together and the shows you watch separately--if your partner isn't home or has fallen asleep on the couch? Well, this is my new only-me show and I'm loving it. It's just the lighthearted, fun little piece of entertainment that I need right now and I'm already looking forward to watching it tonight while Ben is out coaching. TASTE: Lemon Ginger Energy Bites At the Yoga + Ayurveda Mini-Retreat that I co-led last weekend, my co-leader, Maria, made these amazing Lemon Ginger Energy Bites for us. The recipe above isn't the exact same one she made, but it's close enough. They were SO delicious! Now I just need to motivate myself to make them at home... SMELL: Interior house paint drying While I don't actually like the smell of paint drying, I do love when a house project is finished, so this week the scent of paint was welcome one. In preparation for Baby #2 we're going to be moving Charlie Mae's bedroom downstairs, and as a part of that we had to convert a weird former-closet-turned-shelving-unit in our guest bedroom back into an actual closet. We had our favorite local handyman do this for us and he finished the project this week. It may be the most expensive basic closet anyone has ever paid for (lol), but we're excited about it. Hooray for home improvement! TOUCH: Sunshine + bubbles We've had a few sunny days in the past week that were just warm enough for us to put on our coats and get outside for a few hours. During this time we spent LOTS of time blowing bubbles, swinging in the hammock (or on the swings at the playground), and coloring in chalk. And truly, one of my favorite things is just sitting in the warm sun with Charlie Mae, blowing bubbles. There's a meditative quality about it that slows me down and gets me grounded. She's my little mindfulness teacher! Also, thank goodness for spring weather. And there you go! I hope you can find some time to reflect on your SJOTW today, too...   Starr Struck turned 8 on March 5th! <Whoops.> I knew there was an important date I was forgetting in earlyish March, but I just couldn't remember what it was at the time... And if there was ever a symbolic forgetting of a date, this one is it. Since starting this blog 8 years ago, my life has gotten progressively crazier + crazier (in the best of ways), and I'm now at a point where my blog no longer fits as neatly into my life + my work. Don't get me wrong, this doesn't mean that I don't love this little blog + community, but it's just that my daily priorities have shifted *big-time*. I feel horrible actually writing this and admitting it to all of you because this small space on the interwebs has done so much for me and meant SO much to me over the years, but life changes. That's what it does. Am I going to keep the blog going into year #9? Absolutely. Am I going to keep going at the steady [albeit slow] rate at which I've been going for the past year? I'm not sure. I probably will up until Baby #2 arrives, but then...I don't know. I still don't see this blog going away entirely any time soon, but I also don't see myself writing Simple Joys of the Week every single Friday for the next 8 years, either (I'm sorry, SJOTW! Please don't hate me for saying that!). I'm thinking that sooner rather than later, this blog will become a place where I post when I have something that I feel it's important to say or share (that doesn't fit easily into a post on social media), not necessarily a place where I'm posting regularly on pre-scheduled dates (as it has been for the past 8 years, although slowly declining in frequency every year since year #1). But you know what? It's really hard to say where everything is going to go. I have no idea what life as a full-time, working, yoga-teaching, part-time-stay-at-home-mom of 2 will be like. I really don't. I'm thinking pretty hard for the first year or two!?! Which might mean that some things, like this blog, take a way back seat... So for now, I want to say how grateful I am for the past 8 years of blogging and for all of you (3 cheers for anyone who has been here since the beginning!). It's incredible what sharing and writing can do for your soul, your spirit, and your sense of community. And sorry, sweet little bloggie, for forgetting your birthday all together this year! Eek! <Insert embarrassed/apologetic emoji here.>  |
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