the chicks

 the newest additions to our family ♡

If you've noticed, I've been MIA for a few weeks. After getting 19 chicks, our hands & hearts have been full- maybe too full!

As many of you know I grew up on a small cattle ranch in Wyoming. That lifestyle means so much to me and I've dreamed of being able to have chickens for years. Once we closed on our house last year (2024) Dustin and I started discussing chickens!

Unfortunately, between work, cancer treatments + appointments, and being mama to three children I knew this wasn't the time. I could barely take care of myself, there was no way I could take care of chickens. Plus- while on chemo they recommend limiting sun exposure / being in the sun for many reasons. So, I waited and prayed. 

God put this dream on my heart for many years, and watching this dream become a reality has been so fulfilling, not only for me, but my family. This is our year of living, and it starts with chicks.

One of the biggest takeaways from having cancer is how short life truly is. Never in a million years would I have imagined that at 30 years old, mama of 3 (one being 6 months old) would I be diagnosed with breast cancer. 

If you are alive and well today, live in TODAY. Tomorrow isn't promised. Do not take anything for granted. Each day that I wake up I live as though it may be my last. We know our days are numbered while on this earth, and I don't want to waste a single one of them. 

I can't wait to see what God has in store for us next!

Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart- Psalm 37:4