Motherhood is better when we stick together.

Motherhood is far harder than I expected, and these struggles led me to want to connect with other moms who are in the thick of it, too. As moms, we are always on the go, keeping our kids entertained while also trying to squeeze in a little bitty something for ourselves (because we know that’s healthy, right)? I’ve put together my best posts for keeping kids busy, as well as my writings on motherhood – and – warning: it isn’t always the happy stuff. Take a look around!

Behind the Adventures

Hi, I’m ANN MARIE

I’m a mama to three fiery gals, ages 4, 6, & 8. But I’m so much more than that. And I bet you are, too, mama.

My deepest passion and clearest calling is to encourage others, and I am so, so happy to be here, sharing stories freely, cultivating connections, and walking hand in hand with you. I hope that what you find here will help you on your own journey to grow and dream big and better yet, to make actual progress on reaching those dreams, my friend.

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    “I realize that in this season, something that wasn’t previously available to me has suddenly become available: the courage to be uncomfortable. I can actually have all the things I long for. Kids who feel valued. Kids who know God. A thriving marriage. AND a business of my own, if I choose. I can have pursuits that challenge and inspire.

    I have been forcing myself to pick, unnecessarily, between personal excellence or thriving in motherhood. And I find myself certain, at this moment, as I launch myself toward the finish line at a 7:15 pace, that both are possible for me now. At the very same time.

    The light switch has been flipped.

    I choose courage over comfort.”