by Amanda Read Sheik | Sep 19, 2020 | Journal
The summer seemed to be a promising time for blogging. But I delayed and delayed again because I had planned my next write-up to be introducing a delightful homestead in the Florida countryside. I had the header photo of the new home’s exterior prepared. I picked up...
by Amanda Read Sheik | Feb 19, 2020 | Health & Beauty, Journal, Motherhood
A quick tip from Theodosia… Last night was restless for her because her nose was a bit stuffy which made her panic. I let her sniff Eucalyptus Globulus and Peppermint to help her breathe (excellent treatment, appropriately used!). This evening she was feeling...
by Amanda Read Sheik | Feb 6, 2020 | Journal
I’ve been a nostalgic person since childhood, and generally credited that to growing up as a military child. Rather than forming attachments to people and places that I knew would be left behind whenever we moved, I became attached to the memories – writing...
by Amanda Read Sheik | Dec 9, 2019 | Journal
Perhaps like writing an academic essay is an exercise in comprehension, writing a personal journal entry is an exercise in gratitude. My fondest memories of blogging center around that very thing – it’s an activity that prompts reflection and acknowledgement of...
by Amanda Read Sheik | Jan 15, 2019 | Journal, Motherhood
Theodosia Christine “God dedicated, follower of Christ” December 27, 2018 6 lbs., 12 oz., 18 1/2 in. Photography by Abigail Read
by Amanda Read Sheik | Oct 31, 2018 | Journal, Reminiscences
I’ve tended to live with my head in the past or the future, and difficulty focusing on the present. It came more naturally to me to strive against seasons than appreciate them. I made a conscious effort my last two semesters of graduate school to absorb every...
