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Her Social Groove and Baby

A Minimalist Mama & Lifestyle Blog Experience By Colleen Reid

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July 21, 2020

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I used to refer to myself as a shopaholic — I fo I used to refer to myself as a shopaholic — I found that it was easier for me to think clearly and process whenever I was in the mall. Even better when I got to make a couple of purchases. Mind you, I’ve never bought a big ticket item, but purchases were made nonetheless. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ When you choose to do the inner work, you will find that the dependency you may have on materialistic things no longer feed your soul. You’ll find yourself craving something more nourishing, fulfilling, and long-lasting. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So truth moment — I miss the mall and my casual strolls through the stores a couple of times a week. But, I no longer crave things the way that I used to in an attempt to fill a void. This pandemic has taught us all many things I’m sure. For me, it has reinforced the importance of getting down to the heart of the matter and building a strong foundation. Anyways, I say all of that to say, don’t be afraid of doing the work now. Your future self will thank-you for it |PC: @sundaykindoflove
In today’s episode of #minifashion 😂😂😂 In today’s episode of #minifashion 😂😂😂 SWIPE to see a few more captures. What do you think Ellie’s thinking? I’ll go first — “You said that bag is how much??!”
Oh, heeey #marriagemonday ! It’s the forehead ki Oh, heeey #marriagemonday ! It’s the forehead kisses for me ....amongst other things of course 😉😊️ — I’m a romcom kinda girl so amuse me, what are the small things that your person does that makes you smile to yourself? Lemme knoooooow! |PC: @this_ruh
Oh, motherhood, such a beautiful journey even with Oh, motherhood, such a beautiful journey even with it’s challenging moments! From the pain of childbirth to learning how to breastfeed (and push through despite the pain) to being sleep-deprived. Babe, we did it! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This weekend, I prioritized rest. I am a better woman, wife, and mother for doing just that. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ xx
“Many of us lack direction because we are pursui “Many of us lack direction because we are pursuing a purpose that is inconsistent with who God is and what He has created us to be...” — today’s devotional from Spiritual Purpose by Tony Evans. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have you ever felt like you weren’t walking in your purpose? Or, have you ever wondered what your purpose is on this earth? While I haven’t been a complete wanderer (my personality time wouldn’t let me be even if I wanted to be), up until recently, I knew that I wasn’t truly walking in my purpose. As I landed a longterm job opportunity, and let go of what was comfortable, I started to feel a shift in my mindset, attitude, and my faith. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So, here’s to walking confidently, with direction and a clear purpose that is consistent with who God is and who He has created me to be🤍
#Throwback to one of my winning seasons — receiv #Throwback to one of my winning seasons — received the green light to graduate from OttawaU/ the consistently perfect weather in Ottawa made me want to stay there forever and ever / crop tops were my uniform / fro hawks were my signature look / future husband and I would soon meet✌🏾 2014, you owe me nothing! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I needed to see some sunshine and reminder of what life was like prior to this global pandemic. Do you remember what you were doing in 2014?!
SPOTTED — my big girl and I in the place that qu SPOTTED — my big girl and I in the place that quickly became one of my favourites when I was on maternity leave with her — the mother’s room at a mall in the east end. While in this room, I met several new mamas and we had the best of times in that safe space that was created for us women who needed it. Check on a fellow mama today. The emphasis being on HER well-being for a change. SWIPE to see how our journey began in this same room!
It’s one thing to think about how you’ll conti It’s one thing to think about how you’ll continue dating after you get married and another to actually put that idea into place. Because the Hubs and I have opposite schedules, we often found ourselves like two ships passing in the night. One of the things we decided to do was have date nights. For us, it was a nice idea to go out once a month but it didn’t always happen. We had to quickly decide to work with what we had. Friday nights are date nights and even prior to the global pandemic, the most consistent we have been is when we do them at home. Of course, we like to get out but if we waited for that opportunity to present itself we wouldn’t get anywhere - especially now. (SWIPE) One of the tools that we’ve been using for awhile now is this book from @marriage365 and it is highly recommended. Asking questions that open up a deeper and meaningful conversation is something that we look forward to. “Hi, how was your day?” gets boring REAL fast but going beyond that .... it’s amazing the things that you will learn about your spouse with each new question.
I finally got around to tackling the photo album p I finally got around to tackling the photo album project that I’ve been meaning to do for weeks now. I decided to do it yesterday and of course, Charlotte came across this photo in print form. I told her that she was at the spa and since then, she’s been demanding to go to there — “Mommy, I need to go to the spa please!!!!” Yep. I feel the same way munchkin! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I know I’m not the only one who looks forward to life post-COVID. Nonetheless, let’s think back to our experience with @snugglesnbubblesspa was incredible. If you’re looking for a reputable spa to take your sweet baby and you’re in the east Toronto end, look no further. 10 out of 10. Highly recommend.
It’s been one HELLUVA week so, this is your week It’s been one HELLUVA week so, this is your weekly reminder to be intentional about caring for your mental health. Take a break, inhale and exhale intentionally, and relax where possible. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It’s Saturday night so you guys already know what it is for me ! My self-care session is about to begin in the next little while once I get the munchkins off to bed✌🏾
WATTS UP? Well, I’ll officially be on WFH for at WATTS UP? Well, I’ll officially be on WFH for at least another two weeks so .... there’s that! As someone who loves to be hands-on in her role, I’m disappointed but of course, I understand. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The girls seem to be having a blast having me home more often and tbh, I enjoy being with them more now as well. It’s not an easy thing to multitask working with children while having my own children with me but, this mama’s gotta do what has to be done. Besides, I’m thankful to have a job during such a time. So, prayers up for all the parents who will continue to WFH for a little while longer — we CAN do this💪🏾👊🏾👏🏾 !!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ONESIE: the infamous @swankyshank .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thebabyreidexperience #hersocialgrooveandbaby #frobabies #blackbabies #blackbabiesrock #naturalhairbabies #brownbabies #afrobabies #kinkiliciouskids #beautifulblackbabies #melaninbabies #naturalhairkids #nobabyunhugged #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
Working from home this week with two littles is tr Working from home this week with two littles is truly a challenge. Another thing that I would say is not for the faint of heart. Nonetheless, I try to balance our screen time with puzzles, books, and colouring. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I had to put some kind of a routine in place or else your girl would not survive. The mental state of mothers matter. When I put Ellie down for a nap, I cut off screen time and will set Charlo up with a puzzle or colouring for the remainder of the afternoon. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ S/O to all the mothers who have been doing this for nearly a year🤯 almost a week in and I’m over it (for the most part).
Testimony Time — Towards the end of October 2020 Testimony Time — Towards the end of October 2020, I had spoken about feeling grateful at where I was in life for the most part. The part that I highlighted was my career path. I was frustrated with where I was at because I had not reached where I believed I should’ve been. I had two employers (private and public sector both concerning children) and was only currently working at one of my jobs. The one that I was at was draining me mentally and physically but I figured I would continue nonetheless. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The outpouring of love and support that I received was amazing and feeling motivated again, I decided to push through. On October 30th, I received a call and it was for a longterm assignment with my other employer for the remainder of the school year. This current position checked all the boxes for this season of life that I am in. and I decided to take a leap and accept the opportunity.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For the following month, I ran between the two jobs (something that I had actually been doing for far too long). By mid-November, I had to make a decision. Choose one. It wasn’t a super easy decision but it was necessary. And I did. I made a decision and I stood by it. God showed up and showed out for me. Period. He has been merciful towards me when I really didn’t (and still don’t) deserve it. I am thankful. I am humbled and if 2020 was only the ground work, I know that 2021 will be even more incredible because, well, God is good - MORE than good. Be blessed family and continue move forward in faith trusting that God will do exactly what He said He will do for you + yours🤍
Just serving up some sister love + devotion on thi Just serving up some sister love + devotion on this fine Tuesday in some of our favourite local, female-powered brands 🥺🥰 Outfits // @anotherdayshop // code — TWH10 Bows // @sweetlyknotted.boutique code — HSGB10
Would you believe that the majority of the holiday Would you believe that the majority of the holidays we work? This was actually our first time home together for the holidays wear neither one of us had to work — at all. So, what exactly did that look like you (might) ask? Well, it looks like fun mixed with life lessons learned 😉 Happy Holidays from The Reid’s !
The THREE things I want to feel today — loved • supported • rested What’s yours?
A couple of girlfriends and I were talking about t A couple of girlfriends and I were talking about the fears that sometimes comes with being a parent. I agreed, there are an exhaustive laundry list of things that could go wrong from pregnancy right up until the child comes earth-side. HOWEVER, as a young woman who believes in God, I am constantly reminded of this verse —⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ “ Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (‭Joshua‬ ‭1‬:‭9‬ NIV)”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We aren’t promised tomorrow, so let us bask in each and every single day. As @nabela says, Find those ‘pockets of peace’ within each day, and you’ll be quite surprised that there are more things to be excited about than fearful of 🤍⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ TULLE SKIRTS // @heyitsbluish ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ BOWS // @sweetlyknotted.boutique (code HSGB10)
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays Everyone 🤍 //t Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays Everyone 🤍 //to see some more outtakes — check my stories. Next year, we are definitely planning in advance so we can have photos done by one of our favourite photographers because ouuuu chile 🙃 😩 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mommymode #candidmotherhood #mamahoodinsquares #momentsinmotherhood #motherhoodrising #momtogcommunity #thehonestcapture #rose_colored_childhood #purelyauthenticchildhood #treasuredchildhood #beynraveled #artofstorytelling_ig #createandinspirehub #thefamilynarrative #lifeandlensblog #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
Wellness - what does it look like for you? Most re Wellness - what does it look like for you? Most recently, for me, it meant making a decision and actually following through with it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I think this is a worthy of a story-time. Have you done anything scary, but absolutely necessary lately?
Soul Sunday — Make sure that you never set fire Soul Sunday — Make sure that you never set fire to yourself to keep others warm. But, whenever there is an opportunity to be kind, choose to be kind💓⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mommymode #candidmotherhood #mamahoodinsquares #momentsinmotherhood #motherhoodrising #momtogcommunity #thehonestcapture #rose_colored_childhood #purelyauthenticchildhood #treasuredchildhood #beynraveled #artofstorytelling_ig #createandinspirehub #thefamilynarrative #lifeandlensblog #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
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