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Maggie Whitley

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{Psalm one hundred thirty nine verse thirteen.}

August 15, 2012 · 226 Comments
Filed Under: baby, Faith, family, mamahood

photos c/o White Peach Photo | dress c/o Francesca’s

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb, Psalm 139:13 NIV

I’m 11.5 weeks pregnant ~ more details coming soon about our little bundle arriving in early March :)

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He Said (Feat. Chris August) by Group 1 Crew on Grooveshark

^ This is one of my FAVORITE songs [lyrics here]

PS. the warmest hug to each + every one of you.
My heart could burst; we are so thankful for your prayers // encouragement!


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Comments

  1. Chichi says

    August 15, 2012 at 5:33 am

    Yay for Baby Whitley – this is fantastic news!

    God is forever faithful – so happy for you guys!

    Reply
  2. teri lynn says

    August 15, 2012 at 5:41 am

    Congratulations Whitley Family! Such an amazing blessing and answered prayer! I am so happy for you guys!

    Reply
  3. Colletta says

    August 15, 2012 at 5:51 am

    Congrats! God is so good!

    My bday is March 24th, just in case you were trying to pick a good day ;)

    Colletta

    Reply
  4. Cindy says

    August 15, 2012 at 5:54 am

    WooHoo!! Congrats to you both :) What wonderful adventures await you in the coming months! A big move and a cutie-patootie baby. Enjoy every minute!
    Cindy

    Reply
  5. Jane @ The Borrowed Abode says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:02 am

    Oh my goodness, I’m so happy for you! You must be ecstatic!!

    Reply
  6. Rachel says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:11 am

    Wow, that is wonderful!!! I saw the scripture as your title and thought, “could it be…?” Congratulations!

    Reply
  7. Jillian says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:40 am

    Congrats!!!! That’s so awesome!!

    Reply
  8. Alli says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:42 am

    Eeep! How cute! What an awesome way to announce your pregnancy! All my best friend!

    Reply
  9. Nadir@StitchSense says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:42 am

    Oh Maggie!!!!!! I literally blubbering like a fool in front of my computer right now! I’m BEYOND elated for you!!! Congratulations to you both & much love to you all! :-)

    Reply
  10. amanda says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:53 am

    Congratulations!!!!! What wonderful news!!!!

    Reply
  11. Emily E says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:57 am

    Congratulations!
    Such an exciting time :) when we had our baby it brought to our minds Hannah’s prayer thanking the Lord for giving her the child she prayed for (the verse escapes me).

    Reply
  12. Megan Lane says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:57 am

    Oh my GOSH!! Congratulations girl, my heart is swelling for you guys! Eep!

    Reply
  13. Jess :) says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:04 am

    Tears are just streaming down my face….

    He is SO good! SO faithful! And always keeps His PROMISES!!

    Congratulations, sweet friend (and Zack and Bauer)!!

    Just means I’m going to have to come visit by plane now instead of car!

    Love you

    Reply
  14. Emily K says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:07 am

    A big congrats to you!! Prayer always works.

    Reply
  15. Tara says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:10 am

    Congratulations to you and your family!!! What amazing news :)

    Reply
  16. Heather says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:16 am

    Couldn’t be happier for you both. Have been hoping to see this post… <3 <3 <3

    Reply
  17. Kasey M. says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:22 am

    I knew it! I had a sneaking suspicion when you tweeted about my monster booties. Congrats to both of you, this is so exciting!

    Reply
  18. ebony says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:24 am

    OOOOH I am so happy for you two!!!! There is no greater gift. You truly deserve it. i just know baby Whitley will be beautiful.

    Reply
  19. Nicole J says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:27 am

    Congrats! My heart is so happy for you guys :) I also absolutely adore the pics!

    Reply
  20. Virginia vann says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:28 am

    YEOW!!! A California baby! How exciting! Congrats!

    Reply
  21. missy says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:34 am

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!! My prayers and good thoughts are with you on this incredible journey.
    Fab picture.

    Reply
  22. emily says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:34 am

    yay!
    yay!
    yay!
    yay!
    yay!

    Reply
  23. caroline {Sew Caroline} says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:43 am

    OH PRAISE THE LORD! So excited for you two!! xoxoxo

    Reply
  24. Hillary Dunham says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:46 am

    WONDERFUL! Woot!! Fantastic! YAY!

    Reply
  25. Amy Lynne says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:47 am

    Oh my goodness sweet girl that is fabulous news!!! Congratulations!!!

    Reply
  26. Mary says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:49 am

    {hugs} and even more congratulations, my dear. I love you and your beautiful heart.

    Reply
  27. Beth @ dot in the city says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:50 am

    Congrats, Maggie! What exciting news :)

    Reply
  28. Melissa G says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:50 am

    This IS big news! How fantastic! I know how you’ve longed for this and now God has given you the desires of your heart as you trusted in Him. He is so good!

    Reply
  29. Suzanne says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:51 am

    Congrats Gussy and family!! So excited for you xox

    Reply
  30. Elisabeth says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:52 am

    YAY! I’ve been praying praying praying for you guys! I’m so happy to hear this. Congratulations!

    Reply
  31. crystal says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:53 am

    love that picture!

    Reply
  32. Randi - Dukes and Duchesses says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:54 am

    Congratulations … what exciting news!

    Reply
  33. Bridget says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:56 am

    Great News! Congratulations!

    Reply
  34. Evie from St. Paul says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:56 am

    Yay God!!! In His perfect time He has placed this baby in your womb & heart!

    Reply
  35. Christina says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:56 am

    Congratulations!!!

    Reply
  36. Erin @ Home with the Boys says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:58 am

    I could not be more happy for you sweet girl! I got all teary-eyed! God is SO GOOD! You and Zack will be amazing parents – just like you are to Bauer :) I will continue to pray for you and little Baby Whit {hehe}!

    Reply
  37. Peggy says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:59 am

    Congratulations!! I am so excited for you!!

    Reply
  38. Tonya says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:59 am

    Congratulations! What a blessing- you have had a wonderful year!!

    Reply
  39. Kacia says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:02 am

    WOOOO HOOOOOOO!!!!

    Reply
  40. Melinda says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:04 am

    Congrats congrats congrats!!!! So happy for you!!!! :)

    Reply
  41. Emily says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:05 am

    just have to tell you my heart is FULL for you guys.
    cant wait to see you rock this pregnancy :)

    Reply
  42. Beth Anne says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:05 am

    MAGGIE!!!!!!!!!!!!! I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!!!!

    You’re going to be such a kickass momma. Love you & that baby.

    Reply
  43. Paige Whitley says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:07 am

    Yay babe. So excited. Can I just say baby Whitleys are the bestest babies in the world!!!

    Reply
  44. Jolanthe says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:08 am

    This just made me cry and shout out in excitement for you all right now!! This brought me right back to that moment in Tanzania when you asked that little girl at one of the centers to pray that God would bless you and Zack with a family.

    LOVE YOU!!!!

    Reply
  45. Diana says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:09 am

    Congrats and blessings!!! So happy for both of you and baby Whitley! Can’t wait to follow your new life in California as your family grows. Hugs…Diana

    Reply
  46. Annie says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:09 am

    Hoooooooooray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m so glad the cats out of the bag!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    The picture is adorable!!!

    And…I have that dress! I {heart} Francesca’s! AND YOU!!!!!

    SO SO SO SO SO THANKFUL GIRL! This is such a blessing and an answer to SO MANY prayers!
    You will be a WONDERFUL mom and Zack a great daddy!!!!!!!!!!

    LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU!

    Reply
  47. LoveFeast Table says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:10 am

    Oh sweet friend!! Congrats on your newest addition! It’s so amazing, with every big move in our lives, or big change, God usually threw in a new baby! :) It’s His blessing mama!
    So excited for you!
    ~Kristin

    Reply
  48. Sarah says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:10 am

    Yay! I am so happy for you! Congratulations on your little blessing!

    Reply
  49. Stephanie Marsh says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:10 am

    Congratulations! How very exciting! Enjoy the journey :)

    Reply
  50. Laura M. says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:11 am

    Yay! Congratulations!!!

    Reply
  51. Laryssa says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:11 am

    SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!!!

    Reply
  52. LeAnna says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:12 am

    This is such fantastic news! Congratulations, guys. :) Yay for March babies!

    Reply
  53. Stephanie says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:12 am

    That is wonderful. I know that it has been a long journey! I am exactly 11.5 weeks pregnant too and look forward to the baby bump growing. I sure hope you are feeling better than I have been. But, it is all worth it!

    Reply
  54. Leigh says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:14 am

    Yeah Maggie!! Congratulations, that’s amazing!! I’m so excited for all of the amazing things in your life the next year. I know you’ll be the most amazing mom. Xoxo

    Reply
  55. Mela Kamin says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:14 am

    YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY! or Yeow! What wonderful news … bless you as you prepare & plan & pray. So happy for you all!

    Reply
  56. jen says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:18 am

    congrats! and – this picture? is awesome. i could never got our dog to pose so nicely :)

    Reply
  57. Lindsay Girl says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:19 am

    so so so happy for you Maggie

    Reply
  58. Shelly says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:19 am

    Congrats! I’m SO happy for you!!

    Reply
  59. Heather @ Sunshine And Some Tea says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:22 am

    Congrats to you!

    Reply
  60. Kaylan McCord says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:24 am

    Congratulations!! I hope you’ve been feeling well and continue to feel good!

    Reply
  61. Pocky says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:25 am

    Maggie, I’m so incredibly happy for you & your adorable family! Congrats to you all & sending lots of hugs + love your way.

    You are going to be such an amazing mother!

    Reply
  62. Jelli says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:25 am

    WOW! Many hugs (if you’re a hugger) of congratulations on this amazing blessing! Enjoy your pregnancy to the max. What a sweet and cheery family of three!

    Reply
  63. Ashleigh Baker says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:25 am

    I think I just hyperventilated. MAGGIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m over the moon for you and Zack. Huge, huge, huge congrats!!

    Reply
  64. Beth says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:28 am

    I AM SO EXCITED FOR Y’ALL!!! :) YAY!!!! And a March baby too!!! :) Maybe my birthday!!! ;) Congrats to you both!!

    Reply
  65. Emily says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:28 am

    That’s wonderful news Maggie! Thanks so much for sharing your news with us. I’m so excited for you & Zack. What a big year this is for you both!

    Reply
  66. Catherine Denton says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:30 am

    What precious news!! The onesie between your shirts is an adorable way to announce it.

    Reply
  67. amy cornwell says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:37 am

    Congratulations Maggie! So happy for you guys!! Enjoy the move and the adventure the next year will bring!

    Reply
  68. Melissa Howell says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:37 am

    Zack, Maggie, Bauer and this beautiful, fearfully & wonderfully made baby…we are SO incredibly happy for you. Our prayers for your journey to CA are fervent and even more so now that I know you’re growing a baby!! :) All our <3

    Reply
  69. Jen says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:38 am

    Congratulations! What an answer to prayer. I am just so happy for you.

    Reply
  70. Katie S says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:38 am

    Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!:)

    Reply
  71. Kelly @ Love Well says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:43 am

    HOLY BUCKETS GIRL! Talk about some big life changes! May God’s grace pour all over you and Zack as you jump into the unknown with faith and JOY! So happy for you.

    Reply
  72. Hannah Braboy says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:45 am

    Maggie! Congratulations! I’m so very happy for you an Zack!

    Reply
  73. Jacky {The Sweetest Petunia} says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:48 am

    Oh my goodness, sweet girl!!! I am SOOOO excited for you!! & Maggie, God knew all along what His plan was, isn’t that the most wonderful part? :) Sending you & Zack & baby love and hugs from Florida! xoxoxo

    Reply
  74. becca @ sewLOVED says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:48 am

    oh, maggie, that’s such wonderful news! what a new and fabulous journey you guys are about to go on – not to mention the move too. such an exciting time in your lives. so very happy for you and zack!

    Reply
  75. Kathy says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:48 am

    Congratulations! Huge news!! Super exciting!

    Reply
  76. Alesha says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:49 am

    I’m so happy for you! Congratulations! =)
    Alesha <3

    Reply
  77. Sydney S says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:49 am

    Congratulations!! So excited for you and Zack. Praying that you and baby Whitley have a safe, healthy, and amazing pregnancy. Becoming a parent is lifes most precious gift, you and Zack will be amazing parents. God Bless!

    Reply
  78. Jen says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:50 am

    YAY!!!! Congratulations and bestest wishes!!!!

    Reply
  79. Carrie says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:50 am

    How wonderful!!!!!!!!! Congratulations to you both!!!

    Reply
  80. Jessica says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:50 am

    God is so good, and his timing is perfect! We tried for almost 2 years for our first and looking back, that statement is so very true!

    I am so happy for you and Zack! What an amazing blessing! You will be a wonderful mommy!
    Xoxo

    Reply
  81. Sydney S says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:51 am

    ps, My birthday’s March 7th – I’d be happy to share it with your little bun, lol.

    Reply
  82. Teri says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:52 am

    I had this feeling that we would have a wonderful announcement from you soon:) Congratulations to you and Zack! Best wishes for a happy, healthy pregnancy! Can’t wait to meet Baby Gussy in March!

    Reply
  83. Mel @ The Larson Lingo says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:53 am

    Yay!!!! Congrats!!! Praying for a happy & healthy 9 months!!!!

    Reply
  84. ellen says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:57 am

    you know. you know how i rejoice with you! so, so very thankful that precious little nugget of a thing.

    Reply
  85. Alle says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:58 am

    Bauer is gonna have a sibling! I’ll admit that after reading this, I jumped up and squeeled while doing a “happy dance” and completely freaked out my 16 month old! God is so good and I cannot wait to follow your journey into motherhood! I’ll continue to pray for you, Zach, and that precious gift you’ve received!

    Reply
  86. Ashley Urke | Domestic Fashionista says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:00 am

    GUSSY!!! Congratulations! What wonderful news!!! And can I say this is one of the cutest baby announcements I have EVER seen! Perfect! It helps you, Zack, and Bauer are absolutely adorable! So happy for you girl! xo

    Reply
  87. sunshinemeg says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:11 am

    OMG! YAYAYAYAYAYAY! So happy for you Gussy! You will be one great mother! Congratulations to your whole family.

    Reply
  88. Amanda says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:12 am

    YEOW!!! :) Congratulations to you and Zach!! I’ve been praying for you, and am so excited that God in His perfect timing has given you a baby bump! :) I love that song too… He might let you bend, but he won’t let you break…

    Reply
  89. Sarah says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:12 am

    No stinkin’ way! How exciting! Congratulations miss Gussy! So happy for you!

    Reply
  90. Maribel Reyes says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:14 am

    Congratulations! That’s wonderful news! Exciting adventures you are about to take for sure! When is your big move? I can truly see your excitement on the announcement. God bless you Gussy, your husband and your baby. May he help you find the perfect home in Santa Monica. :)

    Reply
  91. Candace says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:14 am

    Sooo happy for you!!

    Reply
  92. Megan says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:17 am

    Congratulations. This is wonderful news. God has blessed you. Best wishes!

    Reply
  93. Lisa S. says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:20 am

    Yay! So happy for God’s blessing in your life – and in many ways lately!

    Reply
  94. Pam says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:20 am

    Amazing! So happy for you two!

    Reply
  95. Rachel Reeves says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:20 am

    Praise the Lord for His goodness and timing. They are both perfect!
    So happy for you, Gus.

    Reply
  96. Bethanygp says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:20 am

    Praise the Lord!!! Congratulations to you both!! May God bless your pregnancy from start to finish.

    Reply
  97. Dyan says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:21 am

    I’m literally crying with joy for you! I am so happy the Lord decided to answer your prayers sooner rather than later!

    Reply
  98. Tiffany A. Nelson says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:26 am

    Smiles from PA, congratulations on your new journey. It’s a double bubble!

    Reply
  99. Kristin S says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:27 am

    EEEEEEEKKKKKKKKK! That’s so exciting!

    You posted an Instagram pic holding a baby this week and I prayed for your heart at that moment.

    YEA!!!

    Reply
  100. Amanda W. says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:28 am

    AWWWW Congratulations!!! Hope this first trimester hasn’t been too tough on you.

    Reply
  101. sarah says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:29 am

    Thrilling news! I’ll bet there’s a line of baby bows rattling around in your brain :)

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  102. Claire says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:29 am

    Yay :)

    I am sooooooooo happy for you both :)

    Congratulations…

    Claire x

    Reply
  103. Lisa Mac says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:30 am

    I am beyond thrilled for you two. Praise the Lord! God is Good and He is Faithful. Blessings and congratulations. :)

    Reply
  104. alison chandler says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:31 am

    OH!! I’m SO SO SO excited for you and your little family! I literally almost started to tear up at my desk! Congrats!

    Reply
  105. Gretchen Louise says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:33 am

    Awwwww….!!!! Excuse me while I cry happy tears about the coming of this little person I have prayed for. :) HUGSHUGS

    Reply
  106. Cathy Kelemen says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:33 am

    aww….congratulations! So happy for you! Babies are a wonderful thing! Enjoy your pregnancy :) March is the best month to have a baby!!!

    Reply
  107. Melissa @jonahbonah says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:36 am

    Omgoodness Maggie! I’m so excited for you!!!!!! I can’t wait to meet your little bundle!!!!!

    Reply
  108. Rachael Barclay says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:41 am

    Wonderful news! P.S March is a good month, I have a birthday then too;) I hope you have a safe, healthy and happy pregnancy and good luck with your move!

    Reply
  109. Marcie Seery says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:43 am

    Yay! So excited for you and your husband…what an exciting time! Blessings on this new baby being formed minute-by-minute.

    Reply
  110. Becca @ One Girl says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:45 am

    Yay! Congratulations Maggie & Zack! God is so good! So happy for you both!

    Reply
  111. Krystina / lollipops says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:47 am

    i just got chills! I am so excited for you and your family!!!

    Reply
  112. shelia says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:50 am

    That is SO wonderful!! I prayed for you that day you poured your heart about wanting a baby bump! God sees are hearts’ desires and answers the most desperate pleas! What a sweet testimony this child has already!! :) Blessings on your precious family!

    Reply
  113. Nancy L. says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:51 am

    Congrats to both of you!!!

    Reply
  114. Jennifer says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:59 am

    YEEHAW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SO exciting!!!!! :-D

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  115. Karla Porter Archer says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:59 am

    so excited for you both!!
    (and those photos are beyond precious!! )

    Reply
  116. Andrea Worley says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:05 am

    that’s so exciting!! congrats!! my first baby was born in March, very nice month to be born! :)

    Reply
  117. Carissa says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:07 am

    Can’t tell you how excited I am for you!!!!!

    Psalm 118:1-8
    Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! Let Israel say, “His steadfast love endures forever.” Let the house of Aaron say, “His steadfast love endures forever.” Let those who fear the Lord say, “His steadfast love endures forever.” Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free. …

    :)

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  118. Kyla Roma says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:07 am

    Congratulations, Maggie!!! You guys must be so excited- I’m so happy for you, I wish I could drive over and give you a big hug! You two will just be the best parents- what a lucky little child :)

    Reply
  119. Erin says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:08 am

    YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!! Seriously, if the comment section could allow me to continue writing more “Y”s on that, I would!! SOOOO happy for you, friend! Love you! :)

    Reply
  120. Nicole says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:10 am

    Congratulations! Being a mom is the best. It’s so much fun! Wishing you a happy, healthy pregnancy, and quick labor & delivery in March!

    Reply
  121. Kacey says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:12 am

    That is wonderful news! Congratulations to you guys!

    Reply
  122. Susan says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:13 am

    Congratulations to you both.

    Reply
  123. Sarah says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:14 am

    Congratulations!

    Reply
  124. Sarah says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:15 am

    Ps, I love that you have a clothsline! I have one and love love love it!

    Reply
  125. Cassie says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:20 am

    This is such amazing news, congratulations and many blessings to you and your sweet family. God is so, so good!!

    Reply
  126. Emily says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:22 am

    Congratulations!! So excited for you!!

    Reply
  127. Shelly W. says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:23 am

    Oh Maggie! I’m so excited for you! You are perfect “Mom” material!

    Yea, God!!!!!

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  128. Lisa says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:24 am

    Eek!! So excited for you and your husband! Such sweet news!

    Reply
  129. Jennifer says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:29 am

    Congratulations!! I hope you are feeling okay. You are a rock start to be doing the first trimester and a huge cross country move. Hope everything is going smoothly.

    Reply
  130. Lisa-Jo@thegypsymama says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:30 am

    Ahhhhhhhhhhhh dying with excitement for you guys!!!!! Whoot whooot!

    Reply
  131. Miranda says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:30 am

    Yeow!!! Congrats Gussy :). I was one that commented on that post about my struggles and after a year and a half of prayer, the Lord is also blessing us with a little one in March! He was good then & He is good now! Congrats <3.

    Reply
  132. Mary says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:30 am

    THIS IS AWESOME!! God is good all the time!! Blessing and grace to you and your new family!! May God protect you all and bring forth a beautiful little soul come March!! What an answer to prayer!!

    Reply
  133. Erinn says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:31 am

    Congratulations to you and your husband on the baby news! I also wanted to THANK you for posting that song. I really needed to hear those words today. Uplifting. Rejoicing with you in this exciting season of life. <3

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  134. Sarah says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:33 am

    Yayyyyyyy! Congratulations, sweet lady!

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  135. Joy says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:35 am

    so excited for you!!! Congrats!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  136. Amy says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:36 am

    Yea!! I’m so happy and excited for you!! Congratulations to you both!!! :)

    Reply
  137. Allison says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:37 am

    Congrats on the exciting news!!!

    Reply
  138. ememby says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:40 am

    Congrats to you! What an exciting time in your life new life in so many ways, yet still the same in the ways that matter!

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  139. Michelle says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:42 am

    Fabulous news! I’ve been following along with your blog and I am so happy for you! (Pssst….I’m also 8 weeks along myself!) Hope you are feeling great!

    Reply
  140. Elizabeth M says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:46 am

    WOOO! This is so exciting! Congratulations:)

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  141. Sarah says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:50 am

    Many Many congrats to you! I know this journey hasnt been easy for you which makes this baby that much sweeter!

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  142. Jessica says

    August 15, 2012 at 11:45 am

    AHHH! So excited for you! Congrats times a million! :) Can’t wait to hear more. :)

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  143. leasa says

    August 15, 2012 at 11:52 am

    congrats! this is awesome news

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  144. Anna says

    August 15, 2012 at 11:53 am

    Congrats! How exciting. X

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  145. Megan says

    August 15, 2012 at 11:54 am

    Oh I’m so happy for you!!! I feel like I know you personally! It’s the most wonderful and amazingly terrifying thing you’ll ever do!

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  146. nicole says

    August 15, 2012 at 12:11 pm

    Thrilled! So exciting. Happy for your family.

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  147. Valerie says

    August 15, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    I am so so so excited for you! Y’all will be excellent parents :) Aww…words can hardly express how excited I am <3

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  148. kk @ the mom diggity says

    August 15, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    So thrilled for you!!!! I’m 12 weeks today so we are right on track together!!! :)

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  149. Amanda says

    August 15, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    Hip hip hooray! Sent you an email because commenting here didn’t seem quite enough of a congratulations! This is BIG.

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  150. Kathy says

    August 15, 2012 at 12:39 pm

    Congratulations! Faith in God includes faith in his timing! What a way to start a new chapter in your life with the move and a baby! Congrats to you both again!

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  151. Kishah says

    August 15, 2012 at 12:49 pm

    Congrats! I’m so excited for you :)

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  152. Sandy a la Mode says

    August 15, 2012 at 12:51 pm

    ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh congrats!!! welcome to the mom club!!!!!!!!!!! you will love it!!!

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  153. tricia says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:03 pm

    SO HAPPY FOR YOU! <3 Congratulations!!!!

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  154. jessica says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:05 pm

    this is such exciting news!!! congratulations to you, and your hubs and the pup! what a blessed little babe. :-) congratulations…so so exciting!!!

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  155. sandy says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    OH MY WORD!!!!! CONGRATS CONGRATS CONGRATS!!!!! So excited for you both god bless and good luck!

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  156. Laura says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:14 pm

    Congratulations!

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  157. Morgan says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:16 pm

    EEK! Yay! SO excited for you!

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  158. Mrs. Jen B says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    Congratulations!!!!!

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  159. Diane | An Extraordinary Day says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:33 pm

    Yippeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Wow girly!! You have sooo much goodness going in your life!
    Doing the dance of joy with you!!1

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  160. heather says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    again, congratulations! :)

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  161. kristin says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    congratulations!

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  162. Cindy says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    I’m just so excited for you! I know all about the waiting on God’s timing. After being together for nearly 10 years we finally got married. I am 36, not really a spring chicken in terms of baby-making, but God has blessed us (I’ll be having our son in ELEVEN weeks!) Each moment has been the best thing I’ve ever experienced as I move through this pregnancy. You just wait til your belly really is round. JOY! And then the butterfly kisses when Baby first moves= amazing! And now, when he’s really moving and kicking, well, God is all about miracles. I pray for you to have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy little nugget growing inside of you. Be blessed.

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  163. Rosi says

    August 15, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    so happy for you Gussy! congratulations! my heart jumped with delight when I saw this on FB!!! may the Almighty bless you and your baby and allow for a healthy and safe development!

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  164. Ashley says

    August 15, 2012 at 2:07 pm

    So, so happy for you. It took us longer than we had wanted to get pregnant with our first baby, and now that she’s 3 1/2, I feel like if I had known that it was HER I was waiting for I would have waited for as long as I needed to. I know you will feel the same way about your precious baby! And now… I’m 33 wks pregnant (unexpectedly!) with baby #3… God works in funny but amazing ways! I never would have dreamed that in 3 1/2 years I would have THREE babies while I pined for just one. His ways are PERFECT! xoxoxo!

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  165. Jenny says

    August 15, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    AAAAHHHHHHH!!! NO NO NO WAY! I’m so happy for you two! What a blessing! Now, you know I’m obsessed with pregnancy and birth, so any questions you have are welcome in my inbox! I’ll send you a copy of my ebook too. :)
    XOXO

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  166. melissa stover says

    August 15, 2012 at 2:29 pm

    what an exciting year this will be for you! congratulations maggie.

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  167. Mariah says

    August 15, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    Oh Mags, so pumped for you!! You’ll have a little california baby!

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  168. carina says

    August 15, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    YAY! congratulations! babies are the best thing ever! so happy for you :)

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  169. Kelli says

    August 15, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    Congratulations, sweet friend! So excited for you guys! :)

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  170. Nicole at Mommy Moxie says

    August 15, 2012 at 2:40 pm

    Maggie, that is AMAZING news! Congratulations! I have followed your blog for (geez) years now and admire you so much. You are going to be an adorable family <3

    If you decide you'd like a maternity hospital gown to deliver in, let me know. I'd love to send one your way, especially after all the free advice you've handed out over the years.

    ((HUGS))

    Nicole

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  171. Heather @Domestic Extraordinaire says

    August 15, 2012 at 2:54 pm

    Congrats!!!

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  172. Natalie says

    August 15, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    Awe!!! CONGRATS!! What a cute way to announce! Happy Healthy pregnancy to you and your baby!

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  173. Julie S. says

    August 15, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    AHHHH! Congratulations!!! :) This is SO SO exciting!

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  174. Kassi @ Truly Lovely says

    August 15, 2012 at 4:23 pm

    Aw yay!!! Congrats!!! :) What a cute photo too! The clothes line was an adorable idea!

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  175. amy says

    August 15, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    YES. Love. Just love. :)

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  176. katie says

    August 15, 2012 at 4:31 pm

    CONGRATULATIONS! I absolutely adore your photo announcement!

    Reply
  177. Maddie Mae says

    August 15, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    You are so cute! Love the photo announcement!!
    Congratss!!!

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  178. Breeann says

    August 15, 2012 at 5:13 pm

    I am so freakin’ excited for you, sweet Gussy!!! What a blessing :) Our God truly knows best. Yay!!! Congrats xoxo

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  179. Cody says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:49 pm

    Yay, I am so happy for you! Congrats!

    Reply
  180. Sonya says

    August 15, 2012 at 6:55 pm

    Congrats!

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  181. Monique says

    August 15, 2012 at 7:57 pm

    AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! Yay. Lady, I am so happy for you & your hubby. Congrats!

    Reply
  182. Karen J Moseley says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Praise the Lord! I am SO happy for both of you. I’m not sure how your doggie is feeling though! His little face makes me smile. Hugs ~ Jo

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  183. Marcy says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    SO excited for you guys!! Congratulations!!

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  184. Genevieve says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:35 pm

    No words for how exciting this news is! You are going to be the BEST mama!

    Reply
  185. Martha L. says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:42 pm

    Oh my goodness!!! Congratulations!! Your bundle of joy will be the most fashioned forward on the block :)

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  186. erin says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:45 pm

    YAY!!! im so happy for you !!!!!!

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  187. Ada says

    August 15, 2012 at 8:54 pm

    Congratulations Gussy! Wishing you a happy, healthy pregnancy!

    Reply
  188. Alanna says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:19 pm

    So stinkin’ excited for you! Hurrah! May God bless you with a fuss-free pregnancy, but most of all, a safe and healthy baby who will grow to be a man or woman of God! xoxo
    Alanna

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  189. Magen says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:22 pm

    Congratulations to you and your family! Been praying for you and will continue!! My friend is struggling, and I shared her blog with you :) You are such an inspiration!!

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  190. Nicole B says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:34 pm

    Congratulations to both of you!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  191. Erin says

    August 15, 2012 at 9:53 pm

    Is it possible for one person to be so excited for another person, even though we have never met? I guess so…. When I saw first saw this I got a little emotional (in a good way). I guess because I feel like everyone around me is pregnant or announcing that they are pregnant, and while for some that may be discouraging when you are trying to get pregnant and it just is not happening, that is not the case for me. A lot of these woman I know who are now pregnant all have a unique story to tell about their journey to becoming pregnant, which has been so encouraging to me. Whether it was that they were told that they might never be able to have kids, or that they were trying for so long with no success and then when they finally let go. and relinquished control, it just happened. I just have to trust right now that God’s timing is perfect and right now might not be the right time. I know that with God, all things are possible and I am just believing that He will give me that desire in my heart for a baby when He is ready. Congratulations, I am so happy for you.

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  192. Suzanne says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:04 pm

    Oh my goodness, yay!!! How wonderful for you all!!

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  193. Mary Ostyn (Owlhaven) says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:18 pm

    Congrats! SO thrilling!

    Mary, momma to many

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  194. Dawn Camp says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:36 pm

    Woo hoo! I just screamed and woke up my husband. I am so stinkin’ happy for you. {{{hugs}}}

    Reply
  195. Jordan says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:45 pm

    Yay! A huge congrats!!!! :)

    Reply
  196. karla @ bluegrass jewelry designs says

    August 15, 2012 at 10:58 pm

    congrats! so happy for you and your hubby!

    Reply
  197. Bernice says

    August 15, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    Congratulations!! Those are some pretty sweet pictures :) can’t wait to hear more about Baby Whitley!

    Reply
  198. Heather @ Glitter and Gloss says

    August 15, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    Couldn’t be more thrilled for you guys!! congrats, friend!

    Reply
  199. LoveFeast Table says

    August 15, 2012 at 11:19 pm

    Congratulations from the LoveFeast Girls!!
    Wishing you all the best on all your new adventures!
    ~Chris Ann & Kristin

    Reply
  200. Kate @ Songs Kate Sang says

    August 15, 2012 at 11:50 pm

    Congratulations dearest! I am so happy for you!

    Reply
  201. Shannon says

    August 16, 2012 at 12:14 am

    I am so happy for you!

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  202. Claire says

    August 16, 2012 at 2:45 am

    FANTASTIC news Maggie, I am so happy for you both, congratulations!

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  203. Sarah says

    August 16, 2012 at 6:07 am

    Congrats you guys!!! That is sooo exciting! Praying for the best :)

    Reply
  204. Casey Arntson says

    August 16, 2012 at 8:25 am

    Congrats! I am so happy for you! :) I have followed your blog (and instagram!) for awhile and was waiting for this exciting news! :) Yay!!!!

    Reply
  205. Ti Madame says

    August 16, 2012 at 6:05 pm

    Congrats to you and Zack. God is good all the time.

    Reply
  206. Mary Ann says

    August 16, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    Congratulations, may you have a wonderful pregnancy filled with anticipation and joy!

    Reply
  207. Aileen @ Barker Zoo says

    August 16, 2012 at 8:57 pm

    AHH! I am so so excited for you. Moving to Cali + now a little baby? If you really do end up in Santa Monica, it’ll be a little beach baby. :) I’m going to live vicariously through your uber exciting life!

    Reply
  208. Heather says

    August 16, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    Congrats, lovely!!

    So happy for you and yours!

    Reply
  209. Adventures in Dressmaking says

    August 16, 2012 at 9:08 pm

    Congratulations!!!!! So exciting and so happy for you! Can’t wait to see all the cute baby things you make!

    Reply
  210. Nicki says

    August 16, 2012 at 11:50 pm

    Congrats Maggie! So excited and happy for you and your growing family!

    Reply
  211. Annie says

    August 17, 2012 at 2:10 pm

    Congratulations, Maggie! That’s so exciting!

    Reply
  212. Southern Gal says

    August 21, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    Adorable! Fun times ahead…

    Reply
  213. Donna O'Neil says

    August 27, 2012 at 12:52 pm

    Congratulations! I was wondering if you were expecting. I missed the announcement since I was on vacation in MN. Good luck with the move, too. I am due in December.

    Reply

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Reflecting on this today 💓🕊 When I reflect o Reflecting on this today 💓🕊 When I reflect on the moments I’ve felt my mind spinning, my emotions swirly, it’s almost always when I’m not feasting on the word of God. Not that reading scripture is the cure for anxiety —no! Rather, it’s hard to worry when we’re worshipping.
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Current backyard status: stunning in wonder ❄️ Current backyard status: stunning in wonder ❄️✨
A quiet night: the furnace is running, the tea is A quiet night: the furnace is running, the tea is hot, and the whisper of a page turning. ♨️☕️📖 // We are breaking from school this week, my plan is to read a lot, walk a lot, and rest a lot. How about you?

#mothersofinstagram #tea #winterreading #hygge
I fought every internal comment I could think of a I fought every internal comment I could think of and took my kiddos for a looooong walk today before dinner. ❄️✨ There’s just so much work required to raise children! I’m feeling like a tired lady. But sunshine & fresh air are good companions to keep around. 

We came home and I made “the best dinner ever”. Max specifically announced, “it’s so great you’re launching new meals to the world”. LOL— kids! 🤣👏🏻💓
How about a little Wednesday night introduction? 😘Social media sure has changed over the years and we don’t always SEE who we’re following or remember WHY we’re following certain accounts. 

So, hello! As you can gather, my name is Maggie ;) 

I started writing online (almost 13 years ago) to share the handmade products I was sewing. My shop was called Gussy Sews. ✂️👛I love the community that has grown from sewing & sharing online.

Let’s FFW to today: Zack and I live in Michigan and have four young children (2 boys & 2 girls). I slowly left the handmade industry and walked right into homemaking, homeschooling, and encouraging women through writing. 💕📝

Motherhood has been very hard on me. (And not just because of how close in age our four children are.) It’s been hard for me because I fought for years to accept that *it’s supposed to be hard*. 

I mean, how do you effectively teach another person to know and love the Lord? Bc that’s how I think of motherhood: a calling to nurture others by studying the One who nurtures me. So I gotta make the first move: study the Bible and seek Him first. As my friend Autumn reminded me, vulnerability births transformation. 

(I’ve had to be really vulnerable!)

So, yes motherhood has fully transformed me. But even more so, Christ has fully transformed me. My list of “all that He’s done for me” is off to a beautifully long start.

Something else I want you to know about me: I stalled for years before acknowledging I have anxiety and depression. It’s hard to talk about this because of course this isn’t forever “my hardship”, but rather because acknowledging this means to heal I have to work through some really difficult things. ✨

But my friend Jesus walks alongside me. He’s already done a mighty work in my heart, including helping me process my anger in healthier ways. I’ve also adopted a heart for sisterhood, mothering, and Titus 2 mentorship.

Sometimes our greatest losses are our greatest gains? That’s what I’m clinging to!

How about you? Tell me something about yourself so I can get to know you on a deeper heart level. 🖤🖤
How do you play in the winter? // We had a really How do you play in the winter? // We had a really great time visiting family in northern Michigan. On my blog I share a few ways we played outside, plus I describe a memorable childhood game ❄️☃️. Did you play it as a kiddo?
We had gotten a bit lazy with our rhythms: screens We had gotten a bit lazy with our rhythms: screens in the morning (HGTV), playtime before lessons, and not enough quiet time after lunch. This made for a really, ummm, unenjoyable learning experience. 

But today! Today we reset the rhythm, and we have had a much happier home & time learning together. 👏🏻
Visit my stories for a quick message from ME — t Visit my stories for a quick message from ME — think outside the box in terms of how you view the definition of “motherhood” 💓😘 (also: look at my little friend, she’s sooooo snuggly)
It’s another cold, winter day. ❄️Today I hop It’s another cold, winter day. ❄️Today I hope to bundle up for another family nature walk, knowing the fresh air sweeps out any & all frustration, inviting inspiration inside. ✨That’s something we all need more of.
seriously LOL: I’ve found the secret to calming seriously LOL: I’ve found the secret to calming the Laundry Beast (as a family of 6). Who wants the inside scoop? ✔️🧺👏🏻
Another batch of “fun mail” is headed out tomo Another batch of “fun mail” is headed out tomorrow :) small celebrations like this are very life giving! PS. thinking of starting a zoom book club — I need more sisterhood in my life. 👏🏻📖
The house is quiet. The heat is on. The pages are The house is quiet. The heat is on. The pages are turning. The tea is calm. 🖤☕️🧺📖
Breakfast with Buzz! If only you could see his ful Breakfast with Buzz! If only you could see his full costume and laser blaster and of course the Buzz action figure he flys around 🌟💚💙💨someone has discovered a superhero crush! #joyinmotherhood #slowmornings #surprisedbymotherhood // Landon @ 2.5yo
Today on my blog I have a list of books I hope to Today on my blog I have a list of books I hope to read this year. Plus my reading goal for the year. And a few practicals ways I fit in reading as a mama of four young children & homeschooling them. Basically, all the good stuff ☺️💓📖 #maggiewhitleydotcom #readersofinstagram #read #readmorebooks
It was the perfect opportunity to rearrange the fu It was the perfect opportunity to rearrange the furniture as we took the tree down Tuesday midday. Def one of my fav things to do.🎄👋🏻 We made it through our first week back to school since mid-December! It was rough to begin but ended with high fives. ⭐️✏️This morning I zoomed with a mama friend and I’m impressed with the many topics we covered. Sisterhood is sooooo necessary! ☕️👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏼

Just a few cheery memories from my week! How about you?
Book reading! One of my best “Maggie” activiti Book reading! One of my best “Maggie” activities. I finished my last book moments before 2020 ended, which brought my started list to a close. Small joys add up to big joys ;)

What are you reading this year? Currently?

How many books are you planning to read? What’s your goal?

I’ll share what’s on my list for 2021 soon as I received some nice titles at Christmas. 📖✨🤍
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