Sometimes in the blogosphere, you get to know other bloggers and mothers through their compassionate and inspirational writing.
This happened to me, when I got the chance last year to check out Kerri’s blog, Undiagnosed by Okay. I was hooked from the first post, I met and try my best to read and keep up with each of her blog posts about her life with both of her daughters.
Kerri from Undiagnosed but Okay
As luck would have it. Kerri, recently e-mailed me to ask if I would be up for sharing my greatest challenge in my life right now. See she has been running a weekly blog series on people’s challenges and asked me to contribute. To say, I was honored would be an understatement as I have been reading and following along with her series quite captivated but all the tales shared.
But I wasn’t sure how I would answer the call of duty on this one, as my recent days have been just downright chaotic.
Why you may ask, well to find this out and my challenge, please click here or the image below now..
Last, but not least I am feeling quite honored and humbled tonight that I received notification, that I was nominated for one of the top 50 Stay-At-Home Mom Blogs at Voice Boks. I was nominated either by another blogger or a staff member. Not sure which, but huge thank you to whoever did and not begging, but if you could spare a vote for me, please click the badge below DAILY (yes you can vote more then once each day!):
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
Heading over to read, Janine! Hope you had a great weekend!
Bill says
Thank you for sharing your challenge with us. I think a lot of parents/writers can relate to your story, Janine, and sharing is so helpful for all. Have a great day my friend.
Melanie Chisnall says
You my friend are a HUGE inspiration! I still don’t know how you do it. Keep going – your blog is looking fabulous 🙂
Pure Grace Farms says
Great piece Janine. You do an amazing job. Thanks for sharing a bit of you today.
Blessings,
Shari
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Heading over to check it out now!!
Jen@JENerallyInformed says
Heading over to read right now!
Brittnei says
Sounds like you two have a lot in common. Heading over to read now. 🙂
Kristi Campbell says
Just read it and loved it!!
Chris Carter says
I love this series- and I too am invited to share my challenge! I have been too crazy busy to even think about it!! ACK! I can’t wait to go read yours, Janine!
Love you SO. MUCH. XOXO
The Dose of Reality says
Heading over to read about your challenge…:D –Lisa
Diane Roark says
Janine,
I cannot wait to click over and find out more about you. You are so encouraging to me. I love reading all your posts.
Blessings,
Diane Roark
Kathy Radigan says
Just hoped over! Lovely post and lovely site, thank you! xo
Christy Birmingham says
What a great post over there, Janine. I totally get you about feeling ‘over your head’ sometimes and can relate. Great writing and I know you will find balance xo Love you!
Kate says
I’ll definitely be checking you out over there!
Echo says
Going to check it out now!
Kim says
You always make everything look effortless even when it is a challenge for you.
Nellie @ Brooklyn Active Mama says
headed to check it out now!
Tamara says
I love Kerri’s blog.
Heading over now!
Aunt Gloria says
You do have a challenging life, Janine! But you are doing well and everyone is surviving. As stressful and demanding it is to work from home….especially during summer vacation with the girls home and the puppy to train……you are juggling it all and keeping your head above the water. I admire your fortitude…..I never could imagine being a working mom and keeping my sanity! You’re doing it all and doing it well! I’m very proud of you! Lots of love….and keep up the good work…..
Christina Morley says
Hi Janine! I visited your link to read about your greatest challenge. I’m so glad that all will begin to settle down soon for you with kids going back to school. I sent your American Girl Doll post link to my friend’s two daughters who are seriously into it over here in South Africa. Rozelle, the eldest daughter, even makes lots of clothes for their dolls. Here’s her YouTube channel with all things American Girl Doll, short movies that the two sisters make along with one friend… https://www.youtube.com/user/Rozelledance
Rabia @TheLiebers says
My challenge this summer has been juggling all the kids’ camps and trips. They are fun for the kids and work out as great child care so that I can work, but some days I get a little dizzy trying to remember who needs to be where and when!
Kenya G. Johnson says
I totally missed you getting a puppy if that’s what the new chaotic is. Going to click over…
Rosey says
What a cute puppy. 🙂 You’ve got cute chaos, really cute chaos. 🙂
Heading over to vote!
Emily says
Just went over and commented – Kerri’s blog is awesome and so many of us can relate to your challenge! And that puppy? That is one cute dog!! 🙂
Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedly says
Guess what? We’ve got our regular internet back today 🙂 Can’t wait to follow-up on everything I’ve missed during the last two months! Heading over to Kerri’s blog now!
April says
Man, oh man, I thought summer would be easy breezy with having my elder child home. Although I get a few minutes to sit and think, I also spend more time monitoring, directing, asking, and chasing. When I finally get the down time, I just sit. I know I have work to do, but I just sit there and do nothing. On top of not getting sleep, I just don’t know how long I can last. But school starts in a couple of weeks and D’s schedule is 45 minutes longer in the day. So, hopefully all of that will help!
The Pinterested Parent says
Sometimes having to work at home, I know how impossible it can be when your little one is asking for your attention. It must be even harder with two. Great post as always & what an honor to be asked to share your story.
Jenny.U says
Great post and I voted!