When Callie was younger, she was always super eager to share the highlights of her day at school—spilling to me about who needed a bandaid because they fell down, who got in trouble, or who accidently peed their pants. But…
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After Callie was born, they transported her to a Level 5 Trauma hospital downtown. It was there that we spent the next three months in the NICU. I would take the same elevator every day to travel up to the…
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If you’re like me and normally the week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve is generally a hazy blur of sweatpants, cheese platters, cat naps, and wondering what day it is…..welcome to the club. This week is so precious and…
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The most wonderful time of year is filled with joy and celebration—for most of us. However, I’ve had many holidays where I experienced the exact opposite set of emotions. There have been countless holidays we’ve either been in the hospital,…
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If you’re looking at your calendar and feeling like the next few weeks are going to be absolutely jam-packed, you’re not wrong. As a parent to a disabled child, the end of the year is HECTIC. It’s a scramble to try…
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The holiday season has arrived, and there is nothing I love more than curling up under a blanket with a steaming cup of coffee and a few good books to read. And whether you’re looking for a traditional holiday romance, a…
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Normally, the first time I hear a Christmas song every year is always the same: I’m usually sitting in a Starbucks or walking in a Target, about a week after Halloween, minding my own business and not thinking about the…
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I didn’t know what to say the first time Callie asked me, “Mommy, how come I have one leg and you have two?” Although I had definitely anticipated and prepared for the conversation, I temporarily froze in the moment. Talking…
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I am a huge advocate for doing anything you can to cultivate a stable and positive space for your mental health. I believe that your mental health is foundation of your wellness routine, sometimes even above nutrition and exercise. Everything…
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When it comes to seeking happiness, I know I’ve found myself in the past buying into the trap that buying the next big item, taking a vacation, or getting a promotion will be what finally gives me the satisfaction we are…
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Hi Y'all! My name is Jaime and it's so nice to meet you! Welcome to The Princess & The Prosthetic! This brand is inspired by my daughter Callie who is a lower limb amputee. We're dedicated to inspiring others to embrace their own perfectly imperfect fairytale. We advocate for people with disabilities and hope to inspire everyone--regardless of ability--to love and accept themselves just they way they are! I am a story teller at heart and this blog is a virtual scrapbook of our crazy beautiful life. You're in the right place if you are a huge book nerd, drink coffee like your life depends on it, and run on dry shampoo and Amazon Prime. We live a semi-crunchy lifestyle but still love a good Texas BBQ. Inclusion is our love language. You can find us either on the archery range, at the stables, on a hiking trail, or walking our rescue dog, Jack! We are so grateful that you’ve found us—welcome to the fam. Read More
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All of these things can look like rest 🌙✌️✨️
I'm learning all I can about how important rest is for me (#hashiwarrior ) and I'm discovering.....it's not just about sleep.
Taking time for me, prioritizing things that are truly important, and getting rid of pesky perfection are some of the things I'm implementing!
#hashimotosdisease #autoimmunedisease #restday #perfectionism #timeforme
Practicing some self care today....
With my recent diagnosis, I've gotten really intune with my body.
Which is an awesome thing ✨️
Equally importantly, is actually giving my body the things it needs, and after a crazy week, I need to slow down, be still, and get some rest today.
I plan to go take a magnesium bath and go to bed early! In a previous season, I would have just pushed myself harder and tried to just outwork the fatigue, so I'm proud of the growth I've had over the last few months!
#energygiver #energy #recoveryseason #hashimotos #hashiwarrior ##autoimmunedisease
If I do anything as a mother........
It will be to make sure she knows that she is loved beyond measure ✨️✨️✨️
#ksmomsday
Slice of life.....
Spring Potting
New Workout Space
Grounding + morning coffee + vitamin D
Puzzles + Coffee
Farming co-op pick up day
Life After Gluten
25lb draw + 50 meters
ERG Mixer
Board of Directors meeting
Walks on walks
Sharing all the beautiful things that happen when you set (and hold!) a boundary!
#boundaries #boundariesarehealthy #toxicfamilymembers #toxicfamily ##toxicrelationship #toxicrelationshipsurvivor #relationshipadviceforwomen
SIXTEEN YEARS......
It's a lot of showing me what a mature love is...
Laughing so hard at your jokes, I pee my pants.
Making me feel gorgeous when I roll out of bed in your oversized academy tee and a messy bun.
It's a lot of pushing me to be 1% better every day....
Believing in me when I have nothing left in the tank.
Couch dates, the space in-between my fingers that your hands always seem to be, and pulling me back to bed pleading for just five more minutes.
It's a lot of when I doubt myself, you walking side by side with me through the darkness....and quietly pointing out the places I shine the brightest.
It's a lot of choices, promises, commitment, and loyalty. It's a lot of stolen kisses, inside jokes, and catching your eyes on me from across the room.
It's a lot of work. Long walks with the dog on Sunday. "I'll be late. I love you." texts.
It's a lot of five page love letters in a world full of status updates, dream come trues, and waking up next to you.
It's a lot of falling in love with each other's chaos. Conquering our demons and wearing our scars like wings. Unpacking childhood wounds, setting boundaries, and seeing each other for the perfectly imperfect humans that we are.
It's a lot of sighs, eye rolls, heartaches, and comebacks. Wiping away tears and promising to try again. Wanting to be close instead of wanting to be right. It's a lot of grace and forgiveness. Healing and inner work.
It's a lot of figuring out if we're wild wrapped in fragile or fragile wrapped in wild when it comes to our love. Because in some ways, this feels so incredibly strong--unbreakable. In other ways, I want to fiercely protect this beautiful, delicate, amazing once in a lifetime thing at all costs from the world. You and me, baby. Always.
And as we go to sleep tonight, my head tucked neatly into your shoulder....
Every thump.
Every drum.
Every pump of your strong steady heartbeat....
Reminds me of one thing.
Home.
Home.
Home.
Happy Anniversary ❤️
