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Hi friend, I’m Renee and I yearn to live a life that is nothing short of authentic.
I’ve always had a heart that wants to share, to be the open-book kind of person where nothing is off the table to chat about. So that’s what you’ll find here. Snippets of my story, my faith, real struggles and how I’m journeying in general.

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Everything is growing guys 😅 ⁣ ⁣ I’m not

Everything is growing guys 😅 ⁣
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I’m not gonna lie, it’s hard sometimes to love on my drastically changing body, despite loving pregnancy and our baby so much. There’s definitely a new kind of grace I’m learning to give myself and I’m so thankful bubs kicks are a very real and constant reminder that there’s SO much more to life and to us than physical appearance. ⁣
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My body will never be the same again because it’s carrying new life. When that really sinks in, the small worries do entirely fade away. But it is tough sometimes, to stretch and remind myself the truth. ⁣
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It’s a process I’m sure I’ll keep journeying with. Pregnancy is amazing and I’m loving this journey, but I don’t want it to seem altogether a breeze when that’s just not the case. This time is both beautiful yet sanctifying. The best combination right? ☺️

Our nuptial mass is such a precious memory. We pra

Our nuptial mass is such a precious memory. We prayed and planned for it to be welcoming for everyone present, no matter what beliefs they held. ⁣
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For many, a Catholic mass isn’t an experience they look forward to. It could prompt reminders of negative memories, misunderstanding or it’s just plain uncomfortable because it doesn’t make any sense. We wanted love and joyfulness to fill the church; to overcome any reservations in our guests. ⁣
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In so many small ways, I felt a tangible presence of the Holy Spirit. A tangible outpouring of love and warmth. In that moment, everything felt perfect. ⁣
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Life isn’t perfect, but some moments are. Some moments are like glimpses of heaven. ⁣
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To have most people we love in one sacred space as we joined together as one, to have our life together prayed over, to break bread and drink wine together, to be exuberantly celebrating love no matter differing beliefs. There’s nothing like it. ⁣
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This hour was one of those glimpses.

I pray that their sight sees beyond what they can’t see. ⁣
I pray they know that it’s real when they feel what they can’t reach. ⁣
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Dear Baby Brebs,⁣ ⁣ Your mama is (not-so) pati

Dear Baby Brebs,⁣
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Your mama is (not-so) patiently waiting to feel you kick for the first time. You must be growing like crazy because she also feels like she's constantly eating. Your daddy checks in with you every day to say hello and give you kisses. We can't wait until you can actually feel his prickles and scrunch your little face up - mum does that too. We're halfway there little one, halfway through this crazy growing journey. Life's going to change so much with your entrance to the world. We're trying to prepare for that best we can, a minor FB marketplace obsession included. Sorry if you can hear Mum crying from time to time, and then laughing ten minutes later... nothing to worry about we swear - she's just a little emotional these days. ⁣
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You don't have a clue how loved you already are.

Living for this cosy indoors weather 😌 Weird fa

Living for this cosy indoors weather 😌 Weird fact: I’m way more productive on grey, rainy days. Sunshine just doesn’t inspire creativity in the same way 🤷🏼‍♀️

This week has been a reminder that when my focus i

This week has been a reminder that when my focus is on the things that matter - my little family, friends and wider family, my creative skillset and using that for good - the insignificant niggles fade into the background. I forget about them. ⁣
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As an over thinker and processor, it’s freeing to focus only on what I am called to. The responsibilities I’ve been trusted to take care of. The petty worries aren’t it and they’re a waste of energy. ⁣
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I’m sitting here smiling to myself after taking a step back - we can be a little silly sometimes. ⁣
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Set yourself alight with what matters. Relight those fires if you need to. I’ve been doing just that too 🌻

I swear this little bump just popped out overnight

I swear this little bump just popped out overnight 🧡

For whoever needs to read this 🔆

For whoever needs to read this 🔆

My tiny bump... 🙈 ⁣ ⁣ Every day I grow more

My tiny bump... 🙈 ⁣
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Every day I grow more in love with this little life. My body has been constantly changing and it's definitely something I didn't expect so quickly. I'm in awe of what our bodies as women can do - like seriously?! I'm sitting here just casually growing a little human! ⁣
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This week we're in week 14, I'm easing off my only-carbohydrates diet and feeling a bit more energetic. Sam has the gift of hearing my constant commentary enlightening him of anything new and random I've noticed (thanks for always listening to me!). He's been great at cutting up the raw chicken I can't stomach the sight of and making me coffee every morning. ⁣
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It's strange thinking that with this current craziness, it's unlikely my closest friends and our families will see me pregnant. It does make this journey a little more daunting some days not having that support close to me, but thankful everyday to have the gift of technology. In all seriousness, it's also been great timing to have to slow down - perfect baby growing conditions 😉 ⁣
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This new adventure is such a gift. I've never felt more at peace with exactly where I am.⁣
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#herwindwords

So excited to finally share some news with you all

So excited to finally share some news with you all! We’re expecting a little love, late October! ⁣
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This has been the hardest secret ever to keep. Pregnancy is wild and I’ve just wanted to talk about it! ⁣
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Please keep us in your prayers as a huge new adventure begins 💛 ⁣
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#herwindwords

This Easter is different. As I look at my new husb

// Imagine kneeling at the foot of the cross.⁣
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Let us always remember His sacrificial love. ⁣
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#goodfriday #herwindwords

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