As I sit here tonight, the house is finally quiet- the littles are tucked in and tuckered out. And honestly, this mama isn’t far behind. Mothering is the most exhausting, emotionally taxing, and absolutely daunting “job” I’ve ever had.

I had so many ideas for what to write for my “first post” and now I sit here fighting for the words to come out at all- much less in any eloquent, well versed way! This part of my brain, once so well utilized in writing Masters-level research papers for education and well constructed newsletters detailing the best practice strategies used for teaching, is now a mashup of midnight feedings, too many diapers to count, and the almost constant “mommy brain” phenomenon.

But, like anything in life, sometimes the hardest things are the most rewarding. And I know the writer is still in there, albeit buried in grocery trips, to-do lists, spit up and toddler tantrums. (Add a dash of sleep deprivation, too.) So, will you walk with me on this journey of sharing my heart, finding my way, and re-discovering the woman I was before becoming “mama”? Can I share with you words to encourage, strategies for teaching your kiddos, ways to walk alongside your husband, and truth from His word? Can I be real and honest about the messiness (and the beauty) of life?

I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, too. I’m listening! Thanks for reading, and for joining me as I learn and grow. Follow me on Instagram (@sandboxdiary) and Facebook (Sandbox Diary) too.

With love,

Jenn