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24.01.2022 Its a new chapter in our lives and I’m so relieved. Everything I’ve worked towards m with the support of such an amazing tribe is finally slowly paying off. It’s been a crazy few months, we have all been so exhausted. We’re really looking forward for what’s coming, plus we are having a few relaxing days ahead in the next few weeks. Definitely counting down the days. I’ve received some pretty upsetting news about someone I care so much for, but I’m just hoping the universe s...tarts bringing happier news to everyone I love. This year has been rough, but appreciating the small things has helped through some really dark periods of time. Thought I would share my favourite area of the kitchen, the Nanna coffee nook; the handmade Mum O-Meter I op shopped last month and Corby enjoying the weather and most of my babies enjoying the jumpoline. With this new chapter, comes a new name. I’ll be making some changes online and in real life and since I’m still on a writers break, I’ll just be sharing the parts of our families life and updates until I’m able to write again and get back to the one amazing thing that’s always brought me joy. But in the mean time, I’m finding so much joy in other aspects of my life. . . . . . #creatingahome #mumlife #newchapter #parenting #motherhood #familylife #mumssupportingmums #handmade #opshopping #catsofinstagram #findingjoyinthejourney #thankful

24.01.2022 Happy birthday, little Miss N! You finally decided to join us. You have been brought into the world by the most incredible parents in the world. You are already so loved and we can’t wait to meet you. The world is a weird place right now; but you’ve just brought the biggest ray of sunshine into the world. I know you are going to do some amazing things. Your Mum is so incredible, loving, caring and strong; so I can only imagine how much you could change the world if you are ...anything like her. Welcome to the world, princess. We all love you so much already. Love from us all. . . . . #babybirthday #welcometotheworldbabygirl #mothersdaybaby #happybirthdaybabygirl

23.01.2022 Life has evolved so much and it’s so bizarre thinking about what our life was like just over six weeks ago. There’s still so many changes ahead in the next month and I’m so excited. For everyone who is in any kind of dangerous, anxiety inducing situation that is affecting your mental and physical health, please reach out to someone for help. With the lock downs happening all over the world, there has been such a huge increase of domestic violence and even death. It took me a... long time to realise that my son and I needed help, despite our loved ones begging me to leave. What was meant to be a few weeks away to breathe, quickly turned into us moving away for good. My biggest piece of advice to anyone who may resonate with what I’ve shared along the way; if someone you love starts begging you to let them help you, please don’t feel guilty by saying yes. We still are being offered so much support and I’m now allowing myself to say yes. I’m terrible at it, but I’m learning. My boy has shown so much strength, more than any child should have to. We continue to grow closer and I’m slowly seeing him smile more. This journey will be a long one, but as I learn to not just survive but also thrive; I hope I’m a good teacher to my son. I’ve never been a prouder Mum of the choices I’ve made. I have exciting things to share but for now, I just wanted to share this little update and our nightly cuddles (which now happens in our living room). Life gets better, thank you for all my favourite people for loving us so much. You helped get us here. To anyone who needs help, send me and I’ll find a way to help you as much as possible, I promise. As my son always says, I never break my promises. . . . . #domesticviolencesurvivor #domesticviolencesurvivors #familyviolenceisnotok #familyviolenceadvocate #protectkidshealth #protectourkids #familyislove #dontkeepsilent #protectyourselfwithpride #protectyourselfandothers #selflovejourney #selflovematters #mumlife #mumandson #cuddletime #nightcuddleswithmyboy #youandiriseupforchildren #safetyfirst #mentalhealthmatters #recoveryispossible #staysafe #pleasegethelp #selfworthjourney #selfworthmovement

21.01.2022 Despite all the awful things in the world right now, I’ve learnt so many lessons about myself, my relationships and especially the bond I have with my son. Lock down has brought us so much closer together and we have such a good night routine already. We have made exciting plans over the next twelve months, and he’s already making some friends in our new area. I’m really proud of him for the strength he has shown, despite the fact that he shouldn’t have to be strong. He’s st...ill a child. I’m so grateful that I get to be his Mum, he teaches me more about myself and the world every single day. He’s going to be incredible at whatever he chooses to do as he grows up, but he’s always going to be my baby. I wish we didn’t lose so much to come to this point, but we have gained more than I ever realised was possible either. The best thing he’s said to me so far was today when he said, ‘See Mum, everyone told you that you couldn’t do it and you’ve proved them wrong.’ It’s so very true. I really have, but I’ve shown him that I’ll always hear him; which is the most important part. As I said to him, the darkness can be so scary, but sometime soon; the light will begin to shine through. . . . . #momandsontime #momandsonbond #motherhood #motherhoodrising #parenting #momlife #tattooedmom #happinessfromwithin #babyboy #motherslove #mothersloveisforever #familylife #parentinglife #homeiswheretheheartis #motherhoodunplugged #buildingourhometogether #positiveparenting #parentingdoneright #safetyforusall #newhome #ourfamilynest

21.01.2022 Please educate your children on the ramifications and legalities of cyber bullying. Cyber bullying is a crime. You can’t hide behind a screen and expect to not get caught out for bad behaviour. Monitor your children’s phone, do mental health check ins with them and make sure they know if someone is hurting their feelings; you will listen. My son was having a horrible night, he passed me his phone and I was absolutely gob smacked to be honest. I remember kids being mean, but ...now we have so many forms of social media, text and phone calls; unless they ask for help, how is it not meant to hurt them emotionally? Words do hurt. The sticks and stones metaphor has always rubbed me the wrong way. It’s just untrue. Words do hurt and leave scars on our children’s hearts. Teach your children to be kind, please. My son was threatened and harassed. This pandemic has really brought out the worst in people and it’s not acceptable. We need to teach our kids better humans. We are raising future adults after all. Pay attention to what they have access to and who they speak to, and last of all, keep your kids safe! . . . . #cyberbullying #stopbullying #bullyingawareness #antibullying #nobullying #cybersecurity #bullyinghurts #socialmedia #onlinesafety #bully #bullyingprevention #mentalhealth #standuptobullies #internetsafety #bullyingsucks #thebullyexposed #parenting #bullyexposed #childabuseawareness #cyberbully #youthsuicideprevention #endbullying #stopbullyingnow #kidshelpline #cybersafety #cybercrime #bekind

21.01.2022 Mister Morrie met our two babies last night and to say they were excited is an understatement. I wish I’d known more about rabbits before I considered adopting one; he is so loving, calming and hilarious. Despite how difficult this past year has been, our family has never been closer and I couldn’t be more grateful. We are finally building a home, and it feels amazing even if it’s scary. Thank you for joining our family, Morrie. I can’t imagine life without you. .... . . . #adoptdontshop #bunniesworldwide #familyiseverything #loveourfamily #adoptionsaveslives #rabbitsunited #foreverhome #furbabies #furbabymum #savinglives #freeroam #freeroamrabbit #freeroambunnylife #rabbitlife #animalloversunite #bunnylife See more

18.01.2022 I know you’re thinking, Oh cool, Jes, you got gloves for winter. Why thank you. They keep my hands warm right now, but these are arthritic gloves. Good old flare ups means I’ve had to invest in gloves, compression thigh high socks to add to my collection of compression aids. I’m feeling pretty old today, but at least my hands are warm! Can someone please make a compression body sock, like a sad cotton body condom. I might be onto something... On a serious note: can society ...please start understanding the difference between getting old pain and chronic pain in younger people being just as valid and important? That would be swell. . . . . #osteoarthritislife #arthritisgloves #arthritisgang #chronicpainlife #chronicpainmanagement #compressionwear #chronicillnesscommunity #arthritisproblems #spoonielife #spooniecommunity See more

18.01.2022 Life hasn’t been perfect, that’s impossible. But love can help heal all wounds. Building our family together and getting to love you every day is more than I ever could have imagined for myself and our babies. Thank you for loving us. (Spot one of our angels!) . . .... . #reallove #themanwholovesme #family #partnerincrimeforlife #loveyou #loveourfamily #ourstorybegins #loveisloveislove #lovestory #spoonielovevibes #mylove #parentingtogether #ourfamily #iloveyouforever See more

17.01.2022 The woman I love constantly surprises me with such incredible and perfect surprises. I’m so lucky to have so much love and support in our lives. I am becoming more and more grandma-esque every day. It’s great that the lady I’m so in love with totally supports surrounding me with my weird obsessions. Sunflowers are the only flowers I like, and since most people know I dislike receiving flowers as a gift; she got flowers for us to grow together instead. I don’t know how I got s...o lucky to be so loved, my heart is so full with a family that’s stronger than blood could ever be. How great is love? How amazing is this cat bag!?! Have any of you got anything unique or interesting lately? . . . . #sunflowers #catbag #catlovers #uniquebag #loveher #lovelanguage #loveforever #lovebirds #oldlady #partnergoals #girlfriendgoals #mylove #quirkybag #quirkygifts See more

15.01.2022 I’ve never felt less human in my life. This has been the longest eight weeks of my life. . . . .... #mentalhealthquotes #quotesoftheday #quotesaboutlife #spooniemom #chronicpainlife #chronicpainquotes #justlovemeforme #noregretsjustlove #towriteloveonherarms #mentalhealthmatters #supporttheonesyoulove See more

14.01.2022 Corby has gotten so used to us moving and she’s doing so great! She’s loving the huge backyard and exploring, pretending she’s a tiger despite being so tiny. We have had lots of great naps and she has so many places to sleep. I can’t wait to get her some friends. Love you, little lady. You’re the best. . . . .... #adoptionrocks #rescuecat #adoptdontshop #adopt #adoptionjourney #love #family #rescue #adoptionislove #cats #catsofinstagram #pets #adoptme #cat #cute #adoptionstory #foster #bhfyp #lovemakesafamily #foreverfamily See more

14.01.2022 As anyone with BPD knows, when sh*t hits the fan; what do we do? Make a change. Tattoos, piercings or hair seem to be the standard for most people with BPD, Bipolar and also some with PTSD as well. I can’t speak for other disorders, just myself and the pals I have with similar disorders. I’ve decided to lose my stereotypical red hair phase and I’m now going to be all kinds of purple and blue for as long as I want to! Because I can make my own decisions, and for the first tim...e in my life, I feel like a damn good Mum. It’s a new chapter. I can’t wait until lock down has eased so I can go and get a few tattoos I’ve had planned for a long time. I’ve added a very special tattoo to my list which will be at the top of the list. I know the community as a whole still sees anyone with BPD as ‘insane’ and ‘unstable’, but we aren’t. I’m slowly working on an article to debunk some stereotypes. All I can say is that everyone I have met with BPD are the kindest and most empathetic humans. Let’s stop assuming a diagnosis means we fit into a box. I want to tear the boxes apart. If you have or know anyone with any mental or physical health conditions, please do research but then talk to people and ask about their personal experience. Our heads are damn loud, that’s for sure. You can learn a lot just from one conversation. If you have any mental health conditions and need a friend; I’m here always. PS: You’re a damn superhero. ; . . . . #bpd #anxietyisnojoke #depressionawareness #mentalhealthadvocate #borderlinepersonalitydisorder #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #ptsd #borderline #recovery #mentalhealthmatters #eupd #endthestigma #bpdrecovery #selfcare #bpdawareness #trauma #bpdmemes #cptsd #stigmafighter #bpdadvocate #purplehairgirl #purplehairgang #bpdmom #newchapter #yourstoryisntoveryet #yourstorymatters

13.01.2022 SURPRISE! This is Morrie; he is the coolest, most relaxed dude ever. I was a little worried about the transition since Corby has never met a rabbit before but since they are so similar in size, it’s working so well. Corby gently booped Morrie on the nose and she still doesn’t understand why we have such a funny looking new cat. Morrie joined our family on the 5 May, so it’s only been a few days. He’s already learning he doesn’t have to hide in his hutch. He’s only roamed ...in the lounge room so far but it’s such a big space compared to what he’s used to. He loves watching tv, cabbage, pats, the ottoman and soft blankets. I named him after my favourite book; Tuesday’s With Morrie by Mitch Albom and it suits him. He’s definitely wise and well travelled. Welcome to your forever home, Mister Floof. We all love you, and I can’t wait for the girls to meet him this weekend. The amount of research I’ve done on free roaming rabbits has been insane and I’ve found some amazing channels on YouTube. A huge thank you to @lennonthebunny, such an amazing resource for how to properly care for a rabbit and not just assuming that rabbits are fun, easy and cheap. I feel really grateful. Morrie and his belongings were passed onto us by an incredible human being for free who thought he would fit perfectly with us and it’s meant so much to us. Our house is finally going to be a home, we are slowly getting there with all of the support from organisations and amazing human beings I know and don’t even really know very well. I can’t wait to share our home as it comes together. So, here’s Mister Morrie; our new man. I love our family, and I’m so proud of what has been achieved in one month. (Thanks to my partner for taking pictures yesterday while I was passed out since I’m sick on the couch.) . . . . #adoptdontshop #freeroam #freeroamrabbit #freeroambunnylife #furbabies #furbabymom #bunnylife #bunniesworldwide #rabbitlife #houserabbitsociety #rabbitsunited #furbesties #animalloversunite #catloversclub #rabbitloversclub #foreverhome #petadoptionnetwork #corbyandmorrie #saveanimalslives #savinglives #adoptionsaveslives

13.01.2022 Hi, my beautiful sunflowers. It’s been a while. A lot keeps happening in our lives and the lives of everyone I love. Trying to find a moment where my brain isn’t thinking of a billion things I have to do is hard to come by these days. Life could be so much worse, but it is slightly difficult to not want to just crawl into a ball for a while. Thankfully, this beautiful human I created keeps me going, even when we drive each other crazy. But I don’t know many people who have a...ll the hats I now do since March. I wouldn’t change a single thing though. I won’t be posting as often as I used to and things will be changing for a while since I don’t have the time or capacity to work on my manuscript, but I’ve given myself a year to get further stability and answers for our physical and mental health. Then, I think we will be in a really good routine, healthier and happier. I am about to take a few new hobbies up which is super exciting. Do you have one new hobby or passion you’ve discovered during this emotional apocalypse of 2020? I’ll be checking my messages here and on Facebook soon, so please feel free to message me anytime! Sending you all love.

11.01.2022 I’m sorry I haven’t posted, but social media is the last thing on my mind to be honest. There’s a lot going on and so I need to give 100% of my attention to my family and myself. I’ll be back when things have calmed down and I’m not having to pull anything out I can to not lose followers. But I don’t have the capacity mentally, emotionally and physically to do that right now. I hope you’re all doing well and to the companies who want to collaborate, I appreciate it but I c...an’t commit to anything except my family right now. I promised to myself to always be open and honest on here but it’s quite difficult to do since a lot has transpired in my life lately. I’ll be back, don’t worry, but I have a lot to do in my life right now and it’s quite overwhelming. Sending my love.

10.01.2022 Definitely not what I had in mind for today. But an ambulance trip to the hospital, two IV antibiotics, fluid and now home for bed rest with another weeks worth of antibiotics, I should be all good. The joys of having a full blown infection take over my body. At least I only got on the cusp of sepsis before it got out of control. I’m not 100% happy with the treatment from the hospital but at least I’m not where I was this morning physically. I can actually string together whole sentences now. I’m exhausted, back home we go. I’m exhausted.

07.01.2022 This was over a week ago and my bedroom has changed a lot; but this set up is still the same. My amazing partner bought awesome smart lights for mister kiddo and my bedroom that are amazing and so fun. Slowly building our home has been a roller coaster but it’s so much fun. I’ll be in my bed a lot for the next few days since I stupidly haven’t stopped despite having viruses, I’m now paying for it pretty badly. How pretty are the pallets with my fairy lights? Thanks to my won...derful friend who kindly gave me the pallets. I hope you’re all doing okay mentally and physically during flu season. It hasn’t been fun; but I’m so grateful for my family and friends. We’ve had a bit of an interesting and slightly sad day, but kiddo got to hang with some of his friends, I love our neighbourhood. I have a friend who we are waiting very patiently for her baby to come into the world, so that’s really exciting! I hope there is something today that has brought you some joy. Sending you all so much love. . . . . #homesweethome #diyhomemade #myhomevibe #eclecticdecor #lifxlights #pocketofmyhome #cozyhome #mumlife #SMSelfLoveClub #spoonielife #chronicillnesswarrior #chroniclife #spooniemamasunite #supportlife #itsokaytonotbeokay #endthestigma #sicklife #selfcare #sicklessons #bebrave #spooniefamily

06.01.2022 I am so damn lucky every day to get to know that I have the privilege to love three magnificent kiddos. They bring my soul so much happiness. The cuddles and laughter are the best medicine for us all. We never know what the future holds, and the surprise of our present life is pretty spectacular. . . . .... #motherhood #momsandkids #familylife #familypictures #kidsbeingkids #kidsbeingkidsoutside #happiness #mumlife #momlife #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodunited #protectkids #kidscomefirst #familytogether See more

06.01.2022 Dear fellow online learning parents, A lot is going on for all of us all over the world right now. It’s a scary time and we don’t know what’s happening. But the hard thing for parents is we have little people who are so confused about why they can’t just go see their friends or activities. Their lives are on pause. Thankfully my boy has an amazing professional support team and his school are very involved. We’ve been talking about what to do next and we have decided that he... will continue online learning for the unforeseeable future with all the flexibility he needs. Things have been hard when lock downs began, but it’s even harder when you are putting abuse and other fears on top of that. We’ve made some amazing new friends who are keeping him company and checking in on us. I’m so grateful I’ve moved to such an incredible community (social distance of course). Education is so important, he loves school so much and has great friends. But the anxiety that he is going through; I have to follow his lead right now. We need to get him to a better place and we all agreed on that. If your kids are struggling, please consider a little more flexibility. Try learning in simpler ways. We have so much pressure on us and maybe calm that down for your family’s mental health. Please know, you are doing your best. We all are. This is damn hard. But, we can do it. Parents are superheroes in our babies eyes, so let’s help them and ourselves. You’ve got this. . . . . #onlinelearning #mentalhealthmatters #anxietyrecovery #yourstoryisntoveryet #stigmafighter #mentalhealthrecovery #togetherathome #quaratineandchill #education #parenting #momsandsons #motherhood #familytime #community #momlife #learningfromhomeforkids #socialdistancingsaveslives

04.01.2022 My Granma gave me this beautiful artwork in 1997 and I’ve never had somewhere to put it. This is its temporary new home as a reminder of the good times with my family. This will always mean a lot to me. I am so proud of myself for the last month. Our new start has begun and it’s been a roller coaster, but I think that better things are coming. To everyone who is in our chosen family, thank you for everything you’ve done. We’ve got a brilliant future ahead of us. The pain has... all been worth it. It’s going to be okay. I hope you’re all doing okay during isolation. Let’s keep looking after ourselves. We definitely have a lot to do to keep us all occupied! . . . . #familymemories #artwork #homedecor #newbeginnings #chosenfamily #newchapterinlife #newchapterbegins #ourhomeschoollife #ourhome #plantmom #houseplantsmakemehappy See more

04.01.2022 I’m still on hiatus but there’s a lot on my mind, whenever I have a minute free. There’s a kind of mourning that is really difficult to put into words. We’ve lost a lot. Our whole family. It’s both of our birthdays next month, and all I want to do is give him one day where the pain isn’t drowning him and a big shadow that is following him. We’ve had some wonderful days with our new chosen family. We have an incredible support team that is slowly growing every week. But his h...eart and mine have a piece missing. So, I’m going to do everything in my power to carry the burden of all the decisions adults have made in his life and his past that have all absolutely destroyed his soul. I don’t know how many years it’s going to take to rebuild his trust in people, his mental health, our happiness as a unit; but I won’t stop until he’s finally able to feel better, loved and supported. Someone very special to us and I explained to him that he won’t want to want to die forever. He will slowly start to find small things that bring that joy back, he will smile again, and one day; he will wake up and it’ll hurt a little less. The good will start to take over those horrific feelings. But unfortunately it takes time. I’m trying to remember that for myself. We have come so far, I’m so proud of this human I get to call my son. His adversity and strength is amazing but it kills me as a mother because he shouldn’t have to be strong. He should get to just play with his friends, go to school, have a normal life. I know that he will, it just takes time. If you have a child or loved one in a similar position or yourself, please know it takes work but the pain will lessen. Your life will get better. But please get help, it’s the only way to get through those awful feelings. With all the support we have found, there are so many people and organisations who will help you like they help us. I’ve had an army support us, if you need anyone to help you, reach out to me. It can be overwhelming knowing where to start. But we all deserve damn good lives. Please don’t ever give up on yourself or anyone struggling. See more

02.01.2022 This is hard to share, but it’s been eating me up. I hope that sharing my own experience can help at least one person know they aren’t alone. The sun will shine through the darkness. I promise. Please read. . . . .... #narcissists #toxicpeople #toxicfreeliving #ifwoundswerevisible #mentalhealthmatters #narc_recovery #mourningtheliving #traumabonding #motherhoodunited #cuttingties #yourlifematters #yourlifeyourway #betterparenting #lifechange #dobetterthanyesterday #changeyourlife #yourstorymatters #yourstoryisntoveryet See more

01.01.2022 This past week has been rough but moments like these have been wonderful. Seeing our kids just be kids brings me so much happiness. The bond they all share is so special. I love our family and seeing how it’s all naturally evolving. . . . .... #protectourkids #kidsbeingkids #familytime #mentalhealthmatters #familymoments #mumlifeisthebestlife #stayhomesavelives See more