MY FIRST MOTHER'S DAY IS APPROACHING...

As I approach my VERY FIRST MOTHER'S DAY, I am so filled with gratitude and love for the opportunity to be A Mum. But I am also very much reminded and thinking of all the other Women and couples who are still in their season of waiting. A place we were for a very long time. I can still feel the disappointments, the anger and even resentment. All those emotions as we were in our season of waiting. I guess a .little part of me feels sad to be feeling happy.

But I felt so drawn and compassionate to writing this to send a message to all the other women and couples who are still waiting. You are certainly not forgotten. My prayers and thoughts are with you as I hold our little shining star in my arms. I am thinking of you. And I believe with all my heart your season will come. And I truly hope that you keep believing it too. Through our almost 12 year wait, I felt hopeless, I lost my faith. But through it all....I never lost hope....... And This Sunday I will close my eyes and remember how it felt and respect that you are feeling this.

So My message to all the women still in their season of waiting this Mother's Day. You are not forgotten and not alone. You are in my heart. And may the love and support of family and friends offer you comfort through the dark clouds of disappointment. And the strength of hope to keep you believing. And I wish all the beautiful Mummies out there a wonderful Mother's Day especially if it is your VERY FIRST MOTHER'S DAY. And I encourage you to take a minute to think of those who are still waiting for their miracle.  If this has helped you I would love for you to comment below.

All My Love
Kristi Xx

OWNING MY STORY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE..

OWNING MY STORY.... At one time in my life this would have been the last thing from my mind, talking about and sharing things that I have been through. All I wanted to do was hide from i and forget it. But as I got older I started to see that people were connecting with and listening to my story and it was actually helping other women with confidence to own their own story. And this felt really great. It helped me see what I had been through so far in a completely different light.

I guess in among the mess we don't think of how we can help others. How sharing our story can make a huge difference and impact in the wold. Especially if your story is messy and not at all rainbows (Does that actually happen?)

STOP LOOKING FOR VALIDATION..
You don't need validation...there is someone out there who has been through or going through the same and needs to hear your story to know they are not alone. I found that when I first started sharing my story the most comfortable way was writing about it. This was an effective way to say what I was feeling and say what I wanted to say with no reservations. Give it a try and see how it works for you.

BE REAL AND AUTHENTIC....
The number one thing I found when sharing my story is to be authentic. Speak from the heart this is what inspires and changes lives. Never think people won't listen to your story. Like I said there is always someone who need to hear it. Tell it from the heart and soul and from a place of compassion. You don't have to share a photo of yourself with the world if your not comfortable It's about sharing the things that you are proud of in your life. My story is always evolving and growing..

Until next time
Kristi Xx

MUMMY LIFE.. AND ME

MUMMY LIFE....I'm not sure I could even begin to describe how perfect it has been. I wanted to do this to share with you how I feel about being our little girl's Mummy. Of course there are some trying chaos driven days. A normal Mom life am I right? But when I look into her eyes or hold her all the messiness just seems to disappear. To all the Mum's out there do you feel this too?

As I write this our little shining star has just woken from her sleep and is sitting at the table eating her banana for afternoon tea smiling at me with Banana all over her face!! I love moments like these. But there are moments where Mummy Life can get really challenging!! Moments like dinner time when they refuse to eat what you've made (Yep we definitely fall into this category!!). Or when they won't stay out of the toilet and bring you the toilet block when your back was turned for just a minute!! Anyone else?... But this is all part of making memories as a family, And some pretty good tales to tell for her 21st!!

BIGGEST TRANSITIONS SO FAR..
Before I was a Mum I used to hear other Mum's all the time say "they are growing so fast!" Putting herself in her big girl bed was a really big moment so surreal with a few tears shed. Now that I am a Yummy Mummy myself (I always wanted to say that!) I truly know what they mean. Every day I wake up our Little Shining Star is doing something new and looks so much like a little lady. But let me clear this up she is NOT. My girl is such a tomboy, she loves shirts and shorts and tells me "No Thank you" to wearing a dress. Yep attitude and terrible two stage has begun!! Another huge transition is Daddy going back to work full time and Mummy working full time. The day's schedule has to be down to a fine art!!. All preparation is super organised lunches, dinners, clothes. SUPER MOM and SUPER DAD has it covered.. We are still a great team thanks SUPER DAD Xx.

ENTERING MOTHERHOOD IN A DIFFERENT WAY..
Well I can honestly say yes It was scary. after years of fertility struggles and going through processes it was like a whirlwind come through and instantly within days our lives changed forever. Instant planning and WHAM our Little Shining Star was here!! But you know We wouldn't have it any other way. That was they way God intended and it was perfect in every way. MUMMY LIFE is the most beautiful experience. Did you struggle with Infertility? Have you started your family through Adoption or Fostering. I would love to hear your story . Comment below and subscribe to this amazing community. Until next time..

Kristi xx