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When Grief Rages

March 4, 2019 By Meredith 4 Comments

Is your grief all over the place? You are NOT alone...here's the truth of what grief can be when it's quiet...and when grief rages. Learn smart truths about grief here to see you through.

Every year around this time, I share what’s most on my mind about my mom. While I’d always love to think my experience might grasp someone else hurting, the therapeutic catharsis has been a gift to myself. It’s been seven years since she died, and it still wows me how grief continues to reveal itself, […]

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Filed Under: Grief, Mom Dying

DIY Flower Bouquets with Kids: A Most Beautiful Tribute

April 23, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

DIY Flower Bouquets are so trendy and SMART! You can save a ton of money and get your kiddos involved, easy-peasy! Check out this smart, money-saving how-to and get cracking on this genius DIY, mama!

Six years ago, March 2nd, my mother took her leave from this earth. One of the greatest gifts since has been celebrating her life in small ways through our day-to-day. When Wayfair suggested creating a fresh flower bouquet, I knew immediately what the perfect Spring project with my kiddos would be!   You see, for […]

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Filed Under: DIY, Grief, Young Kids

Hey There, Lonely Girl

March 2, 2018 By Meredith 8 Comments

Are you grappling with grief over the loss of someone you love? Hey there lonely girl--you aren't alone. Smart truth for processing grief that can help you cope and find emotional healing. I'm walking through this with you--and you'll find comfort in the vulnerability I am sharing here!

When my mom died six years ago, I began writing a post every year on the anniversary of her death. I’m not entirely sure why, to be honest. Maybe to process my feelings. Maybe to remember her. Maybe to experience ongoing realness of a relationship with her. To help others feel maybe a little less […]

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Filed Under: Grief, Mom Dying

Then I Lost My Cheerleader

March 2, 2017 By Meredith 22 Comments

Struggling over the loss of someone? I lost my cheerleader and I get it. The heart and truth in this post will help you feel caught and loved--plus, I'll bet you've never thought of friendships this way!

Five years ago today, my mother took her exit from this earth. When she left, it hurt, in so very many ways. I write this not for those who knew her, nor those who stand on the sidelines, but for those who have been in these same painful shoes. Those who will understand that a […]

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Filed Under: Grief, Mom Dying

The 20 Best Christmas Reads

December 23, 2016 By Meredith 2 Comments

The Christmas season is so busy and full, but this easy go-to collection of the best Christmas reads helps you find exactly what you are in the mood for--laughs, smiles, and comfort all included. And all super-short posts too, so no time stress! Don't miss the one about the near-death experience with wrapping paper!

It’s officially upon us, friends! It’s Christmastime! This season is gorgeous and full–full of love, friends, family, and busyness too. So here’s an easy-peasy touch-down point for you: all of the best Mom of the Year Christmas-themed posts in one spot so you can check in whenever suits you and read them all or just settle […]

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Filed Under: Christmas, Gifts, Grief, Holidays, Keeping a Rein on the Kids, Young Kids

How to Love a Friend Through the Loss of Infertility

April 25, 2016 By Amy Waltermyer 8 Comments

Experiencing the loss of infertility? Have a friend who desperately wants a child, but can't? This gorgeous, real truth will help you sort through all the emotions while you seek hope and comfort through the mess. You aren't alone and people do care. Here's the smart, untold truth of how to know and express that.

I believe God works in this world and that He works in mysterious ways, ways that I will never understand. But when last week, I reconnected with a dear friend whom I haven’t seen for a bit, and she said the words, “Mere, I have these words. These words I have to share because I know other […]

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Filed Under: Babies, Doctor Appointments, Faith, Grief, Guest Blogger, Health

I Want Them to Know Her

March 2, 2016 By Meredith 15 Comments

Losing a parent is so difficult. Here's a way to say goodbye to their memory while still embracing their presence in your life and teaching your kids to love their grandparent after they are gone. Turn grandparent death into a blessing. The death of a parent/grandparent is so hard. Find hope and inspiration for positive grieving here!

Four years ago today, my mom died. When she first left, I relied heavily on this blog as a therapy. My readers, my patient, kind readers, let me say the words I needed to say, often over and over as the processing gave way to bits of healing. There are many reasons I give thanks for […]

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Filed Under: Grief, Mom Dying, Young Kids

The Circus Show

December 30, 2015 By Meredith 6 Comments

Lest you’ve ever felt things have ever been slightly out of control in 2015, this re-post’s for you…and here’s to fresh starts, friends! I’d like to report that Monday, the three year anniversary of my mother’s death, ended up being a day of blessing, a day of reflective happiness spent with my children, niece and […]

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Filed Under: Babies, Grief, Leaving the House, Mom Dying, Young Kids

Airing Out the Sad

August 31, 2015 By Meredith 8 Comments

Sad feelings can be uncomfortable and too often, we don't know we know what to do with them. Here are some smart guidelines to handling your kids' emotions--and your own. Time to start feeling good--about EVERYTHING you're feeling!

Last week was pretty crappy week, as weeks go. A perfect storm of a bunch of far-from-perfect situations, and let’s just say better times have rolled down in our home. We were prepping for my son to start 1st Grade today. In addition to panic attacking while trying to sort a online account for his milk […]

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Faith, Grief, Health, Mom Dying, School, Young Kids

Celebrate Mom with Flowers

May 7, 2015 By Meredith 2 Comments

Flower bouquets are a gorgeous way to say "I love you" and "Thank you" to the special mom, friend, or girl in your life. Every woman loves flowers and what a perfect thank-you gift!

I love my husband. He is a good man, a really good man. But sadly, his bent on being logical doesn’t allow him to understand flowers, “They cost so much and just die. You can’t keep them.” Exactly. This is exactly the point. Ladies want to be special enough to be spoiled with something pretty, even if […]

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Girlhood, Grief, Mommy's Favorites, Online Shopping

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