This is me!

I became a mom at 20 years old. I have spent most of my life being known as someone's mom: Blake's mom, Emily's mom, Robby's mom, Jake's mom. We are also military so we have moved thirteen times, to 9 different states. Each time we move, we quickly fall into step with those around us. There is nothing better than having a slew of kids to help you meet other fellow moms.

 

I blinked. 

 

When Blake left home for the United States Naval Academy in 2017, I did NOT know what hit me. The emotions are REAL. How can a person be SO excited and joyous and utterly heart-broken all at the same time? If you are a mom of a kid that has flown the coop, you know exactly what I am talking about. If you are not there yet, hang on, you are in for a ride! 

 

If I am being honest, I have been on the ride of my life and it has been quite the roller coaster the last few years. The changes are hitting me faster and faster - body changes, home changes, life changes. Becoming a NanaBoo (southern roots coming on strong, I know!) has been the most exciting and awe-inspiring change over the last year! I am slowly learning to adjust to my new normals. I call it 'normalS' because nothing stays the same for long these days. I adjust to a new normal, I blink, and it changes again. 

 

I want to encourage moms, like me, as they learn to thrive and find joy in their slowly emptying nests. There is HOPE. 

 

It is time to rediscover your purpose. The sky is truly the limit. There is HOPE.

 

It is time to focus on your health (your body will be sure to let you know this is true!) There is HOPE. 

 

Let's do this together! 

 

My name is Beth. I've been a Registered Nurse for 22 years, a mom for 24 years, and a NanaBoo for less than a year! 😀

 

Please fill out the form below and say hi! I would love to connect with moms far and wide and give you all a virtual hug as we navigate this windy road together!  

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Make One, Break One: My 30-Day Challenge

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