Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Intro

What started this blog?  Today I looked up what it meant to be a "crunchy" mom.  I have heard the term before, but didn't realize it had a significant meaning.  So, I googled it and found that it was in reference to a parental choice to be all natural.  Meaning that they cloth diaper, baby wear, use organic products etc.  Where do I fit in with this term?  I thought about it, and realized that I am not "ALL natural." However there are things I am passionate about-like cloth diapering-that are environmentally conscious. So, I wouldn't say that I am a "crunchy" mom, but I can't say that I am not.  Then, it hit me.

 As mothers, we research so many decisions we have to make. We measure the pros and cons of every choice, and I would venture to say that most, if not all, of us ask others their opinions.  Personally, I know that talking to other moms was a huge part of my research.  In fact, their REAL life experience is what I valued the most.  So, I want to offer my two cents.  It may be worth nothing to you, but this blog is all about what I do as a mother, who inspires me as a mother, and where I aspire to be--AS A MOTHER. I will make mistakes, but will learn from them as I go.  Hopefully, these experiences can benefit someone else.

My name is Sara.  I have an amazing husband, Josh, of three years.  On May 17, 2011, I was given the most amazing gift-Claire Elizabeth.  I am so blessed to have experienced pregnancy, successfully have an all natural birth and be a stay-at-home mom.  The past six and a half months have been crazy intense. Full of so much wonder, excitement, knowledge and everything in between.  Since a young girl I wanted to be a mother.  To finally have a child of my own feels like a dream:)

I will close by saying that basically, I have SO MUCH TO SAY. HA