I usually like to think that I have it together, and if I don’t I pretend. Don’t we all try to do that? I mean everyone has struggles right? I love my family, I like to be involved in school, the community and activities and I am happy to do it. But, that isn’t always […]
One of the most memorable moments, and hardest transitions during my sons almost 6 years of life was when he jumped from his crib. I remember it so vividly. He was just over 20 months, and I woke up one morning to him by my bedside saying “down!” . Kind of like…”.Mom..I have been calling for you […]
I had a “friend” on facebook say that they wish they could speak to a white woman who “unbelievably” voted for Trump. I wanted to comment there, but then I decided what’s the point? So here I am. An educated, white female who voted for Donald Trump. I am a mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend […]
And the hits just keep on coming! Do you know what today was? It was my son’s LAST Halloween parade at school. You know the one….where the kids get adorably dressed up and walk past you and smile and wave? Ya…today was my last. It’s over. Never will happen again with my son. NEVER! Sorry […]
Today was a hard day. It was a Monday and it was one of the first times I realized what a different role I play in your life….and it as hard. The morning was as usual. We got up and we rushed. I wanted to take you to school because it was easier for me […]
After the Alter is a blog about my "life after the alter" meaning after being married, and the changes that go with it. I am a mom to a beautiful boy and girl who are the stars of this blog, and a little Pomeranian named Tinkerbell. I LOVE being married to Captain Awesome, and here I share stories of my life as I learn how to be the best wife and mom I can be, and all my crazy thoughts along the way.
