I can hardly believe an entire year has passed since I packed away my military uniforms and donned my full time mommy gear. A decision, my husband and I worked towards for three very long years before we could justifiably make me staying home full time with our children work for our family. Each and every one of those days leading up to that monumentus three year mark grew harder and harder for me to get up in the morning and force myself to go to work.
I know this is an issue each and every mother goes through when returning to the work place. I also know, each and every one of us has our own distinct set of circumstances, but I’m here to tell you if what you really want is to be with your children, the Mother Bear inside of you will find a way to make it work. Even if you are about to have your third child by the time you get there 
All the saving we did, the sacrifices we made, the changes we’ve implemented. Each and every one of them …. was worth it. A million times over, a trillion times even.
Nothing could have prepared me for the rewarding, invigorating, awe-inspiring journey I was about to take and while I won’t claim to admit its all sunshine and roses, my memories are far more filled with special moments than dirty diapers or tantrums (today’s breakdown at the supermarket included).
I’d like to slowly let you in on my secrets, how we did it and why, in almost every aspect, we’re thriving now on a one income family and not sacrificing any of our wants for our children.
One of those, “If we can do it, Anyone can do it” type of feel good stories.
I hope you’ll find something in our story you can take with you and incorporate into your family’s way of life.
But for today, I thought I’d share a few of the reasons why I couldn’t imagine life any other way:
That Brotherly Bond
See what I mean?
The Three Musketeers
Afternoons of Puddle Jumpin’
And All-Together Family Outings
That’s what my dreams are made of
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I remember feeling that way 21 years ago. I was a stay at home mom for pretty much the first 10 years of my daughter’s life and would not trade it for anything. Great story and beautiful family!
I love this post! Your children are beautiful and so is your attitude. I worked as a teacher until my oldest was two. Then twins, a boy and a girl, came along. I thought I would take one year off and go back to work. The decision to stay home and budget our money was the best decision I’ve ever made. My kids are in school now. I volunteer at their school everyday and get to be home afterschool everyday. Check out my blog in my profile if you want advice on teaching reading to your children. Thank you for your uplifting post!
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Beautiful and touching post my friend!!!! You worked hard and sacrificed much—- and now precious time with your sweeties— nothing could be better!
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You have beautiful family! Congrats on making your dream come true. I’m looking forward to you sharing more of your story.
Stacy, what a wonderful story! Your adorable little ones are so blessed to have you for their Mommy. It’s the mosy demanding and most rewarding “job” there is. Thank you for sharing!
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