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Author Archives: NinjaMom

Are You Haunting Your Past?

I adore Fall, like I simply can’t get enough of all the things that make this season so spectacular. I love the brisk air, the cider, the pumpkin farms, the leaves and all the sweaters. Call me basic.. I don’t even care! I love Fall! One of the best parts of Fall is the yearly […]

Posted byNinjaMomOctober 20, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Are You Haunting Your Past?

Dear Step Daughter

I wrote the post below 5 years ago now. It’s crazy how much has changed and how we’ve grown even in that time! There’s so much I could add to this letter to our oldest, but just re reading it now shows me that my intentions and feelings for her haven’t changed. It reminds me […]

Posted byNinjaMomSeptember 19, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Dear Step Daughter

How I am Learning to STOP the Judging and START Living

Why is it so easy to judge? Why is it, that it’s more difficult to take a moment and try to look at the picture through someone else’s eyes? Why are we so quick to defend ourselves, even when wrong.. to the point of hurting others? For the people reading this who know me, you […]

Posted byNinjaMomSeptember 19, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on How I am Learning to STOP the Judging and START Living

In This Story, I Play the Villain

In This Story, I Play the Villain We’re all familiar with the wicked step mothers portrayed in movies. It’s a known fact that the villain will usually be the step mom. It’s funny to me now, but in the beginning of my  blended family journey it kind of sucked. You see, I felt completely alone. […]

Posted byNinjaMomSeptember 13, 2019September 13, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on In This Story, I Play the Villain

Discouragement or Gratitude?

Recently my blog was featured on the Top 50 Family Blogs ( https://blog.feedspot.com/family_blogs/) and it got me thinking, I bet most people agree that some version of family is important to them. I think a lot of people had an idea for what that would look like as they grew up too. Maybe they wanted […]

Posted byNinjaMomAugust 31, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Discouragement or Gratitude?

What I Wish I Could Say

There’s a place, deep in my heart, that is filled with compassion for you. A place of longing for your relationship with your daughter to be one of joy and love. I wish you could see that, for me, it’s never been a competition. I never intended to step on toes, hurt feelings, or compete. […]

Posted byNinjaMomAugust 29, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on What I Wish I Could Say

Finding Comfort in Your Own Space

Posted byNinjaMomAugust 28, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Finding Comfort in Your Own Space

Been There, Traveled with Them, Now I’m Tired…

I love vacations! No, I mean I really LOVE vacations. I live for planning a trip somewhere. Whether that is a short weekend an hour away, a cruise to a new exotic location or a family trip to see grandparents, I LOVE it. There is something about getting out of our day to day routine, […]

Posted byNinjaMomAugust 28, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Been There, Traveled with Them, Now I’m Tired…

Hi! I’m Stephanie

Hey there! Thanks for stopping by. Let’s start off on the right foot, I’m Stephanie. I am a self proclaimed coffee lover, Jesus lover and a bit of a spaz. I am honest to a fault and love all things outdoor and adventure. (Although I am TERRIFIED of flying!) I am passionate about hard work, […]

Posted byNinjaMomAugust 28, 2019August 28, 2019Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Hi! I’m Stephanie
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