TAKING A SIX MONTH BREAK OFF INSTAGRAM - THIS IS MONTH 6
/Well friends…we’re here.
It’s been 6 months since I signed off the gram and…wow. I can’t believe this break is over.
I’ll be super duper duper duper honest…
Last week this post was going to look a lot different.
I was going to hop on here and let you know that I’d be continuing this break for 6 more months. I was sick to my stomach to have to share that, but it felt right.
…but God has a way of working in the most mysterious ways, and after speaking to my old Pastor this weekend, I heard the Lord loud and clear:
“YOU ARE READY AMY. IT’S TIME. AND YOU CAN NOT LIVE IN FEAR OF THE FUTURE.”
I’ll be sharing ALLLLLLL about what I learned, how I felt, what the Lord taught me, what He spoke to me, and so much more here in about 2 weeks when I gather all of my thoughts, so be on the lookout for that.
Until then, let’s share what all we’ve been up to this month!!!
First things first…who’s missed #HawthorneGirlsChalkArt ?!?!?
I think it’s time to start that back up!
And now we have another 4 paws to join in on the fun!
We started the month off with Nona’s trip to come visit Texas from Washington State!
With the unexpected wildfires and smoke, the timing of her trip couldn’t have been better. We are so thankful she got to experience TX!
We got to show her one of our FAVORITE areas of Austin, The Domain! I didn’t think anything could compete with The Plaza in KC, but Domain definitely gives it a run!
The girls’ outfits are from No Small Miracle!
And here’s some fun pics from her trip!
Shopping with the girls, lake trips, lots of Korean food + more!
And of course, we watched Derby! So so weird experiencing it in the fall, and with no fans in the stands, but as a Kentucky girl…Derby day will always be special regardless of the circumstances!
I always make a charcuterie snack tray for Derby day, and the girls love it! We also play with their toy horses all day too!
With the weather cooling down a bit, we haven’t had the chance to go to the lake as often or set up the water slide…soooo….we’ve had some “pool parties” in the shower and the girls have LOVED it! I talk it up a bunch and we wear swimsuits and it’s been a ton of fun making the most of what we have!
This is the kids’ body wash and shampoo that we use all the time!! We love all of their products!!!
BE SURE TO USE THAT LINK CAUSE YOU’LL GET 15% OFF THERE!!!
Andddddd HOW BOUT THEM TIGERS!!!
Oh what I’d do to be able to talk to my daddy about that game! I’m so excited to see football again!!!!!
And so thankful for families who get to experience their hometown Friday Night Lights.
It’s been so fun seeing the girls light up about Auburn when they play. It’s music to my ears hearing their little “War Eagles”! ;)
When I signed off in March/April, I had a big wish to see some football come fall. Here we are, ready for kickoff. Be still my heart.
Speaking of my daddy. September 25th was the 3 year anniversary of his passing, and it stung so bad waking up that day. But…ironically…that same day, this purse arrived in the mail from his ex wife. I don’t know if she meant to send it that day (I don’t think she did) but it was the purse he bought her when he was married to her. And she wanted me to have it. 😭😭😭😭😭 Oh bless it. I can’t even deal! It is now SO SO SO special to me!
I got these sweet pictures on National Daughters Day, and they mean the world to me. How lucky I am to have these babes, and how lucky I am to be their mama.
Our sweet pup is still doing AMAZING and he’s truly just the perfect addition to our family!!!!
He’s so attached to his big sister Bella, and it’s just the cutest. Everywhere she goes, he follows. And he always pushes his nose into her neck. It’s just the cutest. My heart!
Here’s some more backyard updates!!! We have a roof, a patio, and now some landscaping back here! It’s all continuing to come together!!!
Just some cute pics of the girls before Everly’s therapy one day.
If you haven’t tried apple cider mimosas, do it now!!!! Just apple cider + your bubbly of choice! The perfect fall adult beverage!
The girls were playing outside one day, and they set up all of their barbies on daddy’s scrap wood pile, and I had to get a pic of this cuteness.
Our Sunday morning worship sessions are so sacred and special. The girls are OBSESSED with Run to the Father and a few other songs, that are very special in this time of our lives. I’ll be sure to share a playlist, but here’s the link to my spotify one if you wanna check it out!
Here’s our fall porch thus far! I just need to add some big mums!
We have some major tests coming up for Hadley this next month, so your prayers are SO appreciated!!!
I think this may be one of my fave pics of E in the history of EVER! She is INCREDIBLE at building legos!
And lots of walks with the dogs every morning and night. This is our happy place.
And some final pics of our home decked out for Halloween! I love adding these pops of orange throughout the home! This is our entryway!
And our living / kitchen areas with a few touches of fall.
Well…I guess it’s until tomorrow friends! I can’t believe it! So surreal.
If you’re pondering whether or not you should take a longgggg break from IG. Here’s my advice.
DO IT and don’t you dare look back.
It is SO SO SO SO HEALING!!!!!!
I’ll share all about the journey in the next couple weeks as I gather my thoughts. There’s just so much to share!
P.s.
If you missed the month 5 update, you can click here to read!
2. Be sure to pin this image above or any image in this post so you can reference it in the future if there was anything you don’t want to forget!
XX, Amy