Blogging is so weird.
I woke up this morning and knew that I had to write a post, because it’s Wednesday and I post on Wednesdays. ROUTINE! And my life existence could be summed up as coffee, spicy food, and predictable routines. Just how I like it.
But I’m also puffy-eyed and foggy-brained Tired with a capital T, not to mention I’m feeling a little dried up in the food words department right at this 9:58am moment, and the reality is that I’m the boss of the blog and so I don’t actually HAVE to write a post. Right? I mean, I definitely have a recipe ready that I’m excited to share with you, but at the same time, I don’t really feel like writing about zucchini noodles right now and I’m finding it hard to imagine anyone in the world who wants to hear me talk about said zucchini noodles and how o-m-g awesome they are. I think the world would be a better place for all of us if I just got back into bed right now.
But that’s not the full story – back it up a little bit.
A few months ago, Bjork and I started volunteering for an organization called Safe Families. We haven’t been doing this long, but we essentially sign up to act as hosts for children whose families are in a place where they could use an extra set of hands.
We’ve done one short placement already, and a few days ago, we were asked about (and said yes to) a second placement for three kids – ages 4, 3, and 1. WOWSA. We’re on day two of our life with three littles, and we will have a few more weeks together, and each day gets a little easier and sweeter. Okay, fine, we’re only on day two, but just let me.
The kids are the precious and I’m dying to take some sweet pictures of them, but so far I have literally zero pictures of the kids on either my camera or my phone because, um, how to say this? I only have two hands? It’s just been a tiny bit crazy around here, and I can barely get everyone fed, clothed, and bathed, much less think about TAKING ONE SINGLE PICTURE. But I have been snapping a few videos and pictures on SnapChat in my two seconds of free-hands-time, so if you’re looking for a sneak peek into our craziness, that is where you can find it right now (just search and follow pinchofyum).
I’m not a mom myself yet, so I haven’t quite mastered the art of Do Everything On 2 Hours Of Sleep. Plus my regular blog post for those yummy zucchini noodles just isn’t what’s in my heart at the moment, so when I woke up this morning, I just knew I couldn’t force it. I mean, come on. No one should ever have to be forced into a zucchini noodle situation, you guys. Not even me.
What’s in my heart this morning are our three new little friends, and maybe an extra dose of rest and/or coffee, and, obviously, my sweet girl Sage (who, by the way, loves our new little friends because she’s the nicest sweet girl ever).
Wednesday. Okay. Focus. It’s Wednesday.
No more words from me starting in five seconds! Here’s my Wednesday sleepy post, only a few hours late and kind of off topic, so you can get your dog fix (read: so I can show off my fur baby). Here’s what Sage has been up to in May! Spoiler alert: it is 90% couches and snuggles and sleeps.
PS. Ummm May was nice, but is June everything or is June everything? SUMMER YOU DA BOMB. ā”
I love this post so much! And those are some incredible photos, you really are talented! x
Thank you for this nice post…….. very great article
You guys are so sweet! And SAGE!!! Is she the most photogenic dog ever, or have you just secretly developed amazing dog photography skillz?? Probably a bit of both, right? Love it.
sweetest.puppy.ever.
Attending the little ellies is the best thing on earth ever. Love the way you are spreading the word about joy in doing it, though you already have so much going ! Good luck !!!
doing good is the key to humanity, excellent work much appreciated.
Sage is obviously the best cuddler in the world. My two cuddle on occasion, but they would much rather we spend the majority of quality time petting their belly.
Thank you for volunteering for Safe Families! Such a great community act to strengthen families!
Beautiful beautiful dog.
Good for you managing 3 under five’s. I couldn’t. I barely managed with my two when they were small plus a full time job but now they’re parents themselves and manage quite well.
Oh my gosh she is just the cutest! That face just so adorable!
I love what you are doing with Safe Families! Just looked it up and it sounds like a really great ministry. Thanks for sharing so that we can learn.
I also loved the photo of the “knock” to come in. When our rescue dog ‘Noki’, came to live with us. She didn’t bark at all. We had to figure out a way for her to ask to come in or out so we taught her to knock. When we later got a rescue puppy, Noki taught him to knock too! Sage is beautiful. Thank You for sharing her with us.
Dude! You never have to apologize for delaying a food post to us- it just keeps the anticipation high! Zucchini noodles – can’t wait! plus I love hearing about the other parts of your life outside of food – is there life outside of food? Hmm. Who knew! š Great pics!
So, I totally understand how you feel. I have been blogging for years – I finally just started my food blog a month ago. I have so much I want to share! Yet, there are times I am just wiped. Thanks for the share. It’s nice to know that you aren’t the only one.
PS – your dog is too cute. Those eyes!!
What a wonderful thing you are doing for those children. You have so much going on I think your readers will understand if you just give us pictures of dogs, kids, legos and dirty socks all over your house. We don’t need zoodles. Keep doing what you are doing, we’ll be here.
That is really sweet, Mo. We appreciate it!
I would love to hear more about this program. I could definitely imagine my husband and I doing this in the future. Blog post? š
That’s so great that you’re interested in this, Brittany! I’ll pass along the idea to Lindsay. š
New to this blog today…what a breath of fresh air! Everybody loves Sage and Sage loves everybody from the looks and sounds of things. Super cool! Enjoy the kids!
Thanks, and welcome to POY! š
What an inspiring post! How amazing for you to open up your home to children and families in need. And your puppy…my gooossshh! Kiddos and dogs in one post. Best one ever I say š
Thanks, Jessie!
One of my friends has recently been going through the process to get approved to do Safe Families. Such a neat program and selfless thing to do! I’m sure you will be blessed and changed from it and will get to be a blessing to many with your love and of course, good food! š
This is beyond cute <3! i adopted a 5 months old puppy 3 months ago, and for some reason i relate a lot with you and your story with Sage, she is beautiful. If you guys ever come to Chile, Sage and Walter -my pup- would be the best of friends!
this is pretty neat you guys..getting you ready for the real motherhood š please soak in every moment with these kiddos, we will wait for the noodles. On a completely unrelated note, where is your couch from? im in love with it and have been searching for one like that.
HOM furniture! š Thank you!
I’ll have Lindsay get back to you on the couch! š
OMGosh Sage is the cutest and she looks so happy with you guys! And that is awesome of you guys to volunteer in that way. Enjoy your snuggles with your sweet pup!
Aw Sage looks so happy and settled in! And believe me puppy updates are always welcome.
Good to know! Thanks, Julie!
The subject of this post = FINE BY ME! Can Sage be the regular Wednesday subject? Thankyouverymuch.
I’m with Sally! The picture of Safe scratching at the door cracks me up. Such an expressive face!
And clearly I meant Sage, and clearly it’s time for coffee since I read that three times before I noticed my mistake.
Haha! I’ll run it by Lindsay. š
safe families is awesome as there is so much beauty in brokenness through it, the gospel in action. and three kids: go big or go home. I think you did both! so beautiful!
This is very sweet, Danielle. Thanks for the comment!