I could write about myself, but how do I do that in a way that isn't self seeking? Has not social media forced us to be more self focused and image conscious than we already are on our own? I am not sure I know the balance of writing about myself without wanting to glorify myself. So, there's that.
I could write about my kids, but I am already guilty of being a total Mom Instagrammer. Or, Mommagrammer if you will. If you look at my social media sites you may very well think I don't have a life outside of my kids, which isn't true. But let's face it... they just are too cute not to share.
I could write about adoption and how the Lord has completely lavished our family with blessing and grace since Moses came home. Yet, his story is not mine to share so how do I write openly about our journey while still honoring my son? And besides, some things are just too sacred to share. Yet this is a huge piece of our story and something I love to advocate for and talk about! I just need to figure out the balance of what that looks like first. What goes on the internet stays on the internet and I need to be mindful of that always... but especially when it comes to this.
I could write about my opinions. My lanta, has the internet not become a war zone for that? But I just don't think that's my platform. My personal conviction is to share my thoughts and beliefs about all the controversial things over a cup of coffee with a good friend who can hear the warmth of my voice and see the smile on my face. And, the internet just doesn't allow for that. So, don't expect much of that on here.
So, how do I write something interesting when my interesting things have limits? I honestly am not too sure. For today, I'll leave you with this. In honor of my all time favorite podcast, The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey, here are three things I am loving right now as well as what I am reading. Enjoy!
Three Things I am Loving Right Now
1. Bulletproof Coffee. Coffee + Butter. What's not to love? You can learn how to make it here.
2. New American cuisine. What? Where have these restaurants been all my life? My mom works in the hotel + restaurant industry so for the entirety of our marriage we have enjoyed the luxury of fancy steakhouses (all on her dime, I might add. Thanks Mom!). But after a while, they just start to all taste the same... which is saying a lot from this steak and potato loving gal. But New American food? So fun. Me and my handsome have been frequenting new joints on the rare occasion that we can sneak a brunch date in. But the best part? How DJ makes us coffee before we go and we leave with enough time before our reservation to have an extended coffee date in the car. It's like two dates in one, because duh.
3. Supper Club. First, why are all of my favorite things about food? I think that might say something about me. Second, this is totally and obviously stolen from Jen Hatmaker, but whatever. Good food, good friends, good conversation. Once a month. Without the kids. It is spectacular and everyone should join one.
As for what I am reading, I just finished Girls & Sex by Peggy Orenstein. I promise it's not porn. Ya'll, it's about the sexual landscape that teenagers are navigating today. It is fascinating. And by fascinating, I mean horrifying. If you have kids, or know kids, you should read this book. Granted, it will be completely outdated by the time my kids hit that age bracket, but if nothing else, it was an eye opening, albeit heartbreaking, read.
The second I publish this blog post, I'm picking up a new book called Nobody's Cuter Than You. It's a memoir about friendship and was referred to me by a friend. I'm excited for a happy lighthearted book after the weighty read that Girls & Sex was.
I have no idea what to write about next. And knowing me, this might be the lone blog post before I give up and quit. But I'll go out on a limb here and open up a little Q & A. If there is anything you've ever wanted to know about me, my life, my family, my faith, etc., shoot me a comment. I need some prompts and I'll consider using your ideas as future blog posts. Good luck!
xoxo,
courtney
