Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
Working From Home: The Transition
For those that have worked in an office during their careers, working from home may seem like a dream. I know, for me, it always did! I never actually wanted to work from home completely but had visions of two days from home. I never thought I'd be lucky enough to...
Dear Jacob Part II
Previously, I wrote "Dear Jacob Part I" but I knew this was the Part II I wanted to write. I've mentioned numerous times how blessed we are to have so many people in Jacob's life who have loved him from before Day #1 -- when he was but a dream in our hearts. Now, he's...
First November Weekend in Indiana
So far, moving back to Indiana has been what I imagined -- which is good! We are getting familiar with our surroundings but already, it's been great to see my family several times. My sister Lindsey lives in Indianapolis, about 25 minutes from me, so I have seen her...
The Adoption Option: My Friends Are Ready
Adoption is an option. I couldn't come up with a less cheesy way to start this post...because it's such a true sentiment that is so rarely discussed when it comes to unexpected pregnancy. From what I've read, the number of mothers with unexpected or unwanted...
Third Trimester Workouts for the Win
*36 weeks, 1 day Weight: 172 pounds No, I haven't given up working out yet! I'm sure I won't but man, I have days when I feel like it. After taking a full 7 days off during our move, I was SO ready to get back into the gym. There is nothing like a week off to make a...
Apartment Living With a Newborn: My Sudden New Fear
I was up for no good reason last night lying wide awake in bed when it occurred to me how loud our life will soon become. Now, that's okay with me -- but what about my neighbors? I've dealt with noisy neighbors for years. For the four years, I've lived below stompers,...