It’s been 1 year…

I woke up just after 4am, and realised last year this time was my "calm" period. I felt something, it was in fact euphoria. And in that moment I realised it was in fact my last time with Mamma. On 28 August 2016 @ 04:22 (I know the exact time as I just checked my phone and used the torch app to look at Mamma) , she breathed her last breath out over my hand. It was bittersweet but I am extremely grateful and honored that I got to share her last moments with her. If you missed my list you can read it here Cancer Won...

Motherhood round 2…

Becoming a mom for the second time, albeit 7 years later, was like becoming a mom for the first time. The adjustment from 1 to 2 children, for me, was and is major. It feels like I have a house full of kids now. Never ending laundry...how can we have SO much laundry? Even though …

Comfortable in my own skin

Once upon a time, I was the skinny girl. In fact all throughout my schooling. BUT I've always loved food. There is WAY too much good food in this world to NOT try it. I used to be able to eat whatever I wanted, I even had cake for breakfast on most days, until my …

The hours in my day

Hello, in this little Spirited Family, if you have read some of my posts, nothing is uneventful. Sometimes, I wonder if what is actually happening is real or a dream. By golly, I sometimes sit and reflect on our life and literally end up laughing out loud at some of the shit that happens. This family …

Calories and my fitness Apps

I never have to worry about calories.... Because I never get the full calorie intake for anything anyway. I.KID.YOU.NOT. Someone always wants what I'm having. A consumable can lie in the cupboard heck even on the table in plain sight and NO one will take it...until I do. Then everyone wants it/some of it. Also, …

10 Years ago…

Today, 10 years ago....we became Mr & Mrs ❤️ To be joined together as one. The one phrase that stuck in my head since 10 years ago is "They are no longer two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let no man put asunder" Matthew 19.6 (Dude seems comfused. As if this is …

Currently in the Spirited household…

Here's an update of life in Spiritville currently: I am currently #37weekspregnant and awaiting the arrival of our resident alien. I saw my doctor on Wednesday and it seems things are starting to happen, I.e. My cervix is softened and I am 1-2cm dialated...eek this boy might be here by the weekend. Having healthy breakfasts, …

Learning to value MY own opinion

I am learning to value and appreciate MY own opinion more and more each day. There was a time where I too was looking for my parents' recognition BUT I am happy to report that those days are long gone. And guess what Life has been so much better since. However, I am my worst …

7 Tips to make your hospital stay more comfortable and enjoyable

When you are admitted to hospital for an extended stay, like I currently am - I am on Day 6 now, #36weekspregnant and all is good with my and baby's health- you may want to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Well, otherwise you may very well stand with your face pressed …

Starting 2017 from my hospital bed

I'm amazed at how calm and accepting I am of my current situation, being hospitalised at #35weekspregnant. My doctor has been monitoring me closely, as I've had traces of protein in my urine since 29weeks of my pregnancy. I've had more than average swelling but my blood pressure has been stable. Just last week, on …