Best Toys, According to My Toddler
Calling all parents of toddlers and under! If you’re seeking out the best toddler toys, here’s some solid research-based suggestions from my own toddler. You…
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Give Courage to Others – Be an Encourager
I got my first lesson in how to encourage a soul in second grade. My school counselor shared that it takes ten compliments or affirmations…
Why You Want to be Strong as a Baby (Seriously)
Every now and then I wish I was as strong as a baby. Seriously. I’m not nusto. Let’s talk about group baby therapy and not…
Falling hurts, but you CAN do hard things
Spending my days at home with a newborn and now active baby has daily reminded me, “you can do hard things.” Little man practices standing…
Not Sleeping No More
This month, my husband and I decided to overhaul our family sleep dynamics. While our current arrangement had worked for some time, it wasn’t working anymore….
A New Season
Tonight while rocking my infant son to sleep, a wave of memories and emotions sweeps over me. I flashback to the months leading up to…
When Life is Hard, Make a List
Think about what’s going on in your life. What does it look like right now? What are your big fears? Are they realistic or blown out of proportion?
Author | Cortney Loui | Play | Purpose
Locked in the Bathroom Pre-Job Interview
Things were going swell. The interview was for a promising position. The campus was pretty. I was right on schedule. I “knew” this building even if I’d never been there. And I found the bathroom. The day was bright with possibility.
Unfortunately, the bathroom wasn’t.
Kicking Myself for Choices Made
Realizing that you’re not going to make perfect choices is easy (well, sort of). Accepting that reality can seem impossible.
Author | Cortney Loui | Passion | Play | Purpose
Falling on My Face During a Job Interview
Literally. In fact, I fell for a prospective employer earlier this year. I just couldn’t help myself. I blame my fancy black Payless heels. On…
Living beloved | Author | Cortney Loui | Passion | Purpose
Holding on to Your Inner Voice While Waiting
Lately all I’ve wanted to do is write. I want to clearly articulate my thoughts, lessons and everything else in-between. I want to be totally…
Backward Glances: A Ripped Off Rear-view Mirror
My driver’s side rear-view mirror fell off a couple nights ago. After my most recent post about failures and falls, I assume this is symbolic and an…