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And Then There Were Four…Soon!
Caralyn shares her excitement about her second pregnancy, expecting a baby boy by June. Unlike her first, this pregnancy is less centered on herself due to having a toddler! While navigating motherhood, Caralyn also reflects on her feelings about the transition from one to two children and seeks advice from readers.Continue reading And Then There…
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Motherhood: the Art of Emptying
An aspect of motherhood I didn’t appreciate was how sanctifying the work is — emptying oneself of anything that impairs against being a useful vessel for God’s glory. Continue reading Motherhood: the Art of Emptying →
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Wide Eyed and Mystified
The author reflects on the joy of running with her daughter, Penelope, in a stroller while experiencing the beauty of fall. As Penelope encounters various “firsts,” the author contemplates how to maintain childlike wonder towards faith and the meaning of Christmas, emphasizing the importance of renewed awe and appreciation for God’s love.Continue reading Wide Eyed…
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Back to Blogging: Life Updates & Motherhood Joys
After a long blogging hiatus, Caralyn shares updates about her new home and daughter, Penelope Grace. Celebrating motherhood, she describes Penny as joyful and relaxed. The family has settled into a neighborhood reminiscent of Mayberry. The author reflects on Trump’s victory in the Presidential election.Continue reading Back to Blogging: Life Updates & Motherhood Joys →
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Baby and Postpartum Update!
Hello friends! Oh my goodness, wow! Here we are, Penny is SIX WEEKS OLD today and I am absolutely in love! Here’s a little birth video I made on Instagram: And wow I am absolutely octopus’d out! I just coined that term: octopus’d. Meaning: all eight of my arms are completely occupied with something. This…
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Hello Motherhood! She’s Here!
Hello my dearest friends 🙂 I’ve been absent for a little while, but for good reason, I promise. We had our daughter last Monday!!! Penelope Grace. She is the sweetest, most precious little lady I have ever laid eyes on. And as I’m typing this on my phone, sweet Penny is napping on my chest…
Wow, it’s good to see you’re doing well, Caralyn. All of you. Just a little male perspective: Steven doesn’t want…
I was so happy to see your blog and to hear your wonderful news of your little son soon to…
Hi, Caralyn! I am thrilled to see a new post from you; And to hear how God is continuing to…
Congrats to one and all. I know this is super exciting for you. As far as a suggestion on a…
BeautyBeyondBones 
I missed you too! Good to hear that you’re doing well! I’m doing a lot of the same old thing,…