Category Archives: Parenthood

An Xavier Update

Posted on May 15, 2017 by

For those of you who have been following our saga of Xavier’s never-ending illnesses, here is an update for you. After countless trips to the doctor and one hospital stay, a few blood tests from Riley revealed that X has … Continue reading →

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I am a D.Min Dropout

Posted on April 29, 2016 by

Well, it’s official.  I am a D. Min dropout.  Most of you know that I started working on my doctor of ministry degree from Candler in August of 2014.  I was very excited to be part of the first cohort … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Maternity Leave

Posted on March 1, 2016 by

I’ve been on maternity leave since Dec. 21 when Xavier decided to make his appearance 3 weeks early!  I feel like I have learned a whole new way of life since then, and I have learned more about myself, parenthood, … Continue reading →

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Dear Xavier, I want to introduce you…

Posted on February 24, 2016 by

I included this letter that I wrote to my son as my “pastor pondering” in this month’s church newsletter.  I wanted to share it with you as well, my dear readers! Dear Xavier, I can’t believe that you are already … Continue reading →

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Time

Posted on February 21, 2016 by

I feel like over all, I was well-prepared for the changes that having a baby would bring- the sleepless nights, the feelings of both joy and frustration, the thoughts of “what did I get myself into?” and the concept that … Continue reading →

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Parenting: A New Adventure!

Posted on January 10, 2016 by

On December 21, 2015, Corey and I welcomed our son, Xavier Thomas, into the world!  He was 3 weeks early, but strong and healthy.  If you have been following my pregnancy journey, you will remember that I was having some … Continue reading →

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Life and Babies…They Happen

Posted on November 28, 2015 by

It has been a rough few days.  Last Wednesday, at my doctor’s appointment, I was told that I am having some minor contractions and possible signs of early labor (at 32 weeks!).  My doctor put me on what I’m calling “partial bed … Continue reading →

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