top of page
be still and smile
Search
Lauren Wiatrek
Dec 30, 20192 min read
Hi, Nice To Meet You… I Had Breast Cancer
It has been about 938 days since I was told I had breast cancer. Since then I have had 1 year of chemotherapy, radiation and 4 surgeries....
106 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Dec 6, 20194 min read
These Aren't Your Oreos
Do you remember that scene in Finding Nemo with the seagulls all yelling, “Mine, mine, MINE!” I think of that scene every year around...
40 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 23, 20193 min read
No Pasta Lasagna
Years ago when the gluten free train started my antennae has been up. Then I began my research. But I was always half on the train and...
46 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
May 23, 20195 min read
Rise Up: Our Henley Girl's Birth
Three years ago I had an impressive baby belly with what I would soon to find out was an 8 lb 9 oz baby in my womb. My first born came...
84 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
May 12, 20193 min read
The Who
May is the motherload (pun intended) of months for me as a mom. Both my daughters are born in May and my cancer-versary is in May. This...
90 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Apr 21, 20194 min read
The greatest love story.
When I was little I would go to bed fantasizing about my wedding. About the man I would marry and the four children I would have, 2 boys...
93 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Feb 5, 20192 min read
"Mama Sit Down."
“Mama sit down.” These are the famous words I hear at 8:02 every evening. When I am spent. Every ounce of my energy has been zapped,...
93 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Dec 14, 20183 min read
Why Is It So Hard To Downshift?
I find it interesting that during certain times of our life we are forced to slow down. Forced to pause, forced to rest. As moms, we...
31 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Nov 19, 20182 min read
I Have Cancer and Yes, I Still Have To Do Chores
My husband and I have this ongoing argument about daily life. I am the whimsical, laid-back, easy breezy one who knows everything will be...
51 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 22, 20183 min read
Knowing When To Let Go: My Inner Battle
Here I am 17 months out from being diagnosed with breast cancer, and most people when they see me say I look great, and seem to be doing...
40 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 15, 20185 min read
Let’s Make A Real Impact This Pinktober
We are almost half way through October and the pinkwashing is everywhere you turn. Pinkwashing: The practice of a company using support...
269 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 4, 20183 min read
Ordinary
Most of us, especially those in my generation, were raised with affirmations like, “You are so special. You can do anything you put your...
58 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Jul 23, 20185 min read
10 Ways You Can Help Your Littles Be a Blessing
I have been trying hard lately to raise tiny disciples. We talk about being a blessing vs being a burden to others. We speak of kindness...
153 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Jun 21, 20184 min read
Why Doing the Hard Things As A Mom is Necessary
Mom shaming vs. constructive criticism Oftentimes as moms we get overwhelmed, frustrated, and our stress runs high. Everyone is telling...
62 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
May 13, 20182 min read
A Mother's Love is Peace
Last year at this time, I had no idea what was coming. I was living in my own mother’s house (again), I was buried in motherhood of two...
112 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
May 4, 20184 min read
Blueberry Eyes in the Sky
Today four years ago, I became a mother. The thing I wanted most in this world, besides being Evan's wife. I was given that gorgeous gift...
81 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Apr 10, 20185 min read
Mommin' on Xeloda
It all starts with my Monday morning alarm reminding me that it is time to hit the pavement and #nevermissamonday. During this time, I...
86 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Mar 29, 20184 min read
Slap in the Face
Since I have been on the transparent train lately, I figured it was a good time as any to share what has been eating away at me. I...
324 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Feb 17, 20183 min read
Twisting in the Wind
Sometimes I feel like a sheep being pushed and guided toward this mysterious light that gives a false sense of security. I look around...
157 views0 comments
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 26, 20181 min read
My car is basically my purse.
Any other mamas feel like their car is an extension of their purse? My sweet, amazing, acts of service husband will clean out my car… I...
80 views0 comments
bottom of page