Author Archives: Sasha Brodeur
Parting is Such Sweet Sorrow
You know what they say.. Parting is such sweet sorrow.
I've come to a great place in life where I know all the things that make my heart sing. I understand my areas of strength ...
Sasha Brodeur Aug 10, 2014
As They Grow
When my kids were small it was so easy to slip toys that were no longer being played with into a Goodwill pile. I even remember certain birthday parties where duplicate items were received and I...
Sasha Brodeur Jul 20, 2014
Don't Give Up Making Moments Count
Date nights. Those two words might as well have been spoken in a foreign language over the past decade for all I cared. Actually that's not entirely true- I did care, it just wasn't the re...
Sasha Brodeur Jun 29, 2014
Fatherhood
Father's day makes me think long and hard about the man my kids call 'Dad.' I wasn't sure what kind of father my husband would be, as his real father wasn't a part of his growing up life, and he...
Sasha Brodeur Jun 08, 2014
Catch Your Breath: Abide in Me
It's been one of 'those seasons' around my house and I hope we've become good enough friends now that I can share this and be raw and real, and not have you think I'm a frazzled mother all of the time...
Sasha Brodeur May 11, 2014
Seasons of Motherhood
Two summers ago, as Adrain and I collapsed from an action-packed weekend, we talked about the fact that we have hit a new (and great) place in parenting, and it has encouraged me so much as our kids j...
Sasha Brodeur May 04, 2014
Quick decorating tricks & clutter busters
As a mom on a budget, I'm all about finding a thrifty way to turn my house into a comfortable, welcoming environment. I love browsing decor magazines and gleaning good ideas so I've gathered my top te...
Sasha Brodeur Apr 14, 2014
The Secret of Waiting
My husband and I have been in a season of waiting for a long time, and I'm coming to realize a few things about waiting. Mainly, that I don't much like it. But also, everyone has to wait for som...
Sasha Brodeur Apr 06, 2014
Being the Keeper of Traditions
March is a very busy month for me, as it marks the start of what I call 'birthday season' in my home. I've got a mother, dear girlfriend, sister in law, son, husband and daughter, all with birth...
Sasha Brodeur Mar 30, 2014
What We Say Matters
Words. Aren't they the most powerful tool on earth? I've been incredibly blessed with a circle of girlfriends in similar stages of life. We joined together and formed a monthly book club where we meet...
Sasha Brodeur Mar 23, 2014