That Mama Gretchen

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WAHM of two from the Pacific Northwest. Freelance writer. Attachment parent. Basically just a girl trying to find a reason to wear something other than yoga pants on a daily basis :)

That Mama Gretchen

Mama, We're So Close!

Awhile back I entered this photo of Max and I into the Natural Parents Network Flickr Photo Contest. The prompt for entries was, "What Does Natural Parenting Really Look Like?" And this ... this is...

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Currently

Eating / / / Mongolian beef for dinner. Chocolate chip cookies for dessert. Because life is not living without dessert ... after the kiddos bedtime, of course. Loving / / / Jemma's infatuation with...

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Hi Ho Hi Ho, It's Back To Work He Goes

It's true! Dominic has been back to work for three weeks now! Praise the Lord!!! He was actually offered two different positions by two great companies about a week apart in late April. We weighed...

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"I Love You Soooooo Much!"

This is Jemma's new phrase. I hear it a few days each day or so and it melts my heart. Especially since it's accompanied by a giant leg squeeze, kiss or bear hug. I mean, she is awesome. Like,...

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Leak Free Is the Way To Be

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Parent’s Choice Overnight Baby Diapers.This month I embarked upon my 31st month of diapering. It's been a wild ride filled with fluffy bums,...

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19/52 & 20/52

a portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013 Jemma / / / We broke out the "outside chalk" this week. Jem. is. a. fan. Max / / / Incessant giggles came from this boy during his first...

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Style File | Barefoot, Not Pregnant

CHURCH ... dress, target | lace cardigan, pink blush I first wore this dress when I was 32 weeks pregnant with Max. I love love love maternity clothes and other closet treasures pieces that can...

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Starbucks Copycat | Sausage, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich

I've always been a breakfast girl. French toast, yes! Pancakes, even better! Toast with apricot jam, one of my favorite! But recently, I've come to realize that I feel much better throughout the...

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{GUEST POST} Confessions of An Elementary School Teacher

Leah is at it again. I pretty much stare at my inbox most of the day waiting for a fab email from her witty mind. It's besties like her that make the rough days less rough and the good days more...

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A Day In the Life

a little project, goodwill silver platter painted with chalkboard paint and "what was intended for harm, he made good" genesis 50:20 | my after nap babies | the newest member of our family, socks...

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Someday Hair

I'm sure you've noticed, but I did it! I got a fresh new look and am oh so happy with how light and fabulous it is. Plus, taking the short{er} hair plunge seemed worthwhile when I had a good 12...

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Progress & Permanence

Lately we've accomplished a few projects that are really making us feel settled. It has been coming slowly because we've been doing other boring house things like installing a garage door opener,...

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Loved

It's been a lovely little break from blog land! I definitely need to do this more often. Unplugging is a great feeling, very peaceful and calm ... even if I did stumble along the way and Instagram...

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16/52 & 17/52 & 18/52

a portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013 Jemma / / / Making cake. Chocolate to be exact. Her favorite. Max / / / Jemma's old nanny came to visit (she's practically part of the...

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A Break + Links

Screen-Free Week starts tomorrow and I'm taking the opportunity to sign off for a little while. Haven't heard of Screen-Free Week? I wrote all about it over at Baby Gizmo in case you're interested...

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Spring Fashion Week | Take Two

I made it back with a few more outfits! This has been a successful week of real clothes for two reasons - 1) THE SUN! 2) Lots of errands. I do kind of miss my yoga pants, but there is always next...

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Two and Half

Half birthdays have always been a celebration around here. Jemma's second was no exception. I even cancelled her dentist appointment and took her for "pink birthday cake" which she had been...

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Little Letter Lover

In early December I was sitting at a stop sign and I heard Jemma whispering to herself. I tipped my head and listened closer and this is what I heard ... "T-E-X-A-C-O". My baby was reciting her...

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Spring Fashion Week | Take One

So, being true to myself in this crazy role of mothering I'm a little behind. But I still wanted to jump in and prove that I actually get dressed on occasion. Like twice in two days! Thanks for the...

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You Never Forget a Beautiful Thing You Have Made

More than any other experience in my life, becoming a mother has changed me. It's breathtaking to look at these babies. The ones who started so small, grew in my belly and still, many days, cling...

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"Mom's Taking Us To The Zoo Tomorrow ..."

Oh, Raffi, you have a song for every life event. What would we do without you? With the unfortunate events of Dominic's unemployment, we've been blessed with some extra family time these last few...

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Boy Mama

This little man brings so much joy to my heart. He is a constant source of snuggles and smiles and the bond growing between he and Jemma is absolutely darling. They are the sweetest brother and...

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Home Sweet Home

Buying a home ain't no simple thing. Most days I'm still reeling a bit that this place is actually ours. I mean, aren't we mere 20 year old love birds just graduating from college? Oh, no, that's...

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The Crockpot Club | Award Winning Chili

AWARD WINNING CHILI Brought to you by Lauren from The Crafty Ginger INGREDIENTS 2 lbs ground beef, browned & drained 2 cans each of Kidney Beans, Red Beans & Black Beans (with the juice) 1 jar each...

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Mother's Day, Surprises + Chili

With Mother's Day just four weeks away, I'm kind of impressed that I've got all my ducks in a row. We're planning an excursion to the zoo --- again, because it has become Jemma's happy place. And...

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{GUEST POST} A Prayer For My Son

I think we've all read Tina Fey's Prayer of a Realistic Mother, right? Oh .. you haven't? Get on that, girl! And then, enjoy Leah's version of a prayer for her son (and my prayer little Max too)!...

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14/52 & 15/52

a portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2013 Jemma / / / XOXO sweet girl, Mama could swoon over you all day long. Max / / / Plaid shorts? Little piggies in the grass? We can't wait...

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I Write At Night

Lately, bed time has been like clock work around here. Pajamas, teeth, stories, Bible, prayers, milk and then lights out. Max at 7pm and Jem by 7:30pm. It's glorious. We're raising little sleep...

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Short Hair for Mama + Max

I promise, as soon as I get my hair cut I'll back way off on all this talk about my long hair woes and short hair ideas and how annoying my bangs have gotten and where-oh-where could my perfect...

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Mama, We're So Close!

Currently

Hi Ho Hi Ho, It's Back To Work He Goes

"I Love You Soooooo Much!"

Leak Free Is the Way To Be

19/52 & 20/52

Style File | Barefoot, Not Pregnant

Starbucks Copycat | Sausage, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich

{GUEST POST} Confessions of An Elementary School Teacher

A Day In the Life

Someday Hair

Progress & Permanence

Loved

16/52 & 17/52 & 18/52

A Break + Links

Spring Fashion Week | Take Two

Two and Half

Little Letter Lover

Spring Fashion Week | Take One

You Never Forget a Beautiful Thing You Have Made

"Mom's Taking Us To The Zoo Tomorrow ..."

Boy Mama

Home Sweet Home

The Crockpot Club | Award Winning Chili

Mother's Day, Surprises + Chili

{GUEST POST} A Prayer For My Son

14/52 & 15/52

I Write At Night

Short Hair for Mama + Max

Style File | Sip + Swap

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