Core Values

Last week I read my sweet friend Mandy's core values, and I've been thinking about what I would put on my list ever since.

Then, Amanda made it the question of the week, and I knew I needed to get my thoughts written down.

I think even after I've posted this I'll come up with some more---thank you so much for getting me thinking, ladies!
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I believe everyone has a story to tell.



I believe that our realities are shaped by our experiences.

I believe that love wins. 

I believe in taking your shoes off in the house.

I believe that being a parent is the hardest and most important thing that I've ever done.

I believe that it is completely possible to do hard things. 

I believe that playing in the dirt can be incredibly therapeutic.

I believe in fostering creativity in myself and in my children.



I believe that being beautiful starts on the inside. 

I believe in a good cup of coffee to start the day.

I believe in family time and family suppers.

I believe in reading my daughters stories every single day. 

I believe in eating sushi/Thai/Chinese/Vietnamese with chopsticks. 

I believe that a good glass of red wine makes everything just a little bit better.



I believe in honoring my children's schedule.

I believe in being respectful of other people's time.

I believe happiness is found by living fully and contentedly right where you are, regardless of the circumstances. 

I believe in experiencing life through exploration.

I believe in trying new things.  

I believe that my marriage is the closest and most important relationship I can have with a human.

I believe:



I believe that everything is a miracle. 

I believe in slathering my children in sunscreen and keeping them in a rear-facing car seat as long as possible.

I believe in being intentional.

I believe in doing things out of love, not obligation.

I believe in grace.

I believe Jesus is the answer. 

I believe in creating a culture of being active in our home.

I believe in being present with people.

I believe that it's important to take time to breathe.

I believe that we belong to each other. 
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What about you?