Bio: Rachael grew up an “Army brat” and moved all over the world with her family like a tumbleweed. She danced her way through life and at 16, landed herself in New York City on a scholarship. She planned to attend NYU’s TISCH School of the Arts until an eating disorder almost took her life. God had better plans for her and though she fell 98 times, she stood up 99. She has her Master’s degree in Social Work and works full time as a Therapist in the addiction field.
Rachael swore she’d never marry military and learned the hard way never to say never since she did it not once, but twice! She is now the proud single mama of three wild angels: identical twin 6 year olds and an almost 5 year old. She spends her “spare time” writing, helping others, loving on her boys, and enjoying her crazy, messy, beautiful life. Stick around and join her for the ride!
Wow, talk about being a busy momma!! 🙂
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Haha, that I am! ☺ Its never a dull moment that’s for sure, but I love it!
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My story is very similar to your story! I too watched the “daddy” commercials on the super bowl and had the same feelings about them considering my challenging situation.
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I just saw this comment… Thank you for sharing! ❤
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I LOVE your blog and thank you for finding me so I could find you!! Looking forward to reading more of your beautiful words! Many Blessings, Hannah
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Thank you so much, and thank you for re-commenting haha! I’m so glad I found you too and am very much looking forward to reading your work and future posts. ❤
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Loving your blog!! So glad we have connected and I’m looking forward to reading more of your beautiful words! Hannah ❤
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I have just found your blog and have enjoyed it so far! I am new to the world of blogging (day 2!) and look forward to my own journey as well as following yours 🙂
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Aw thank you so much! I look forward to seeing your blogging journey unfold as well as my own! Its a fun writing world ☺
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Hello there! Thank you so much for visiting my blog and for the follow! You are most kind, and having a look at the calibre of your own writing, I feel flattered indeed! I look forward to following your ongoing adventures with your angels – little boys are such gifts from God! It is lovely to meet you – Mother Hen
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Wow that means so much…I felt the same way about yours so I’m honored you’d say that. Thank you foe,your kind words and I look forward to following your adventures with your grandsons as well! ❤
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I was curious if you ever considered changing the layout of your website? Its very well written; I love what youve got to say. But maybe you could a little more in the way of content so people could connect with it better. Youve got an awful lot of text for only having one or 2 pictures. Maybe you could space it out better?
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Even though I just recently found your blog, I have thoroughly enjoyed and been inspired by your writing. I just nominated you for the Liebster Award. You can check it out here: http://pendulumworld.wordpress.com/2014/10/08/liebster-award-discover-some-of-my-favorite-blogs/
I look forward to getting to know you more! 🙂
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Oh you are so sweet!!! Thank you so much! I did the liebster award once and it is such an honor! I’m excited to read yours and get to know you better. If I don’t do the full award again, I’ll send you the link to the one I did, but id love to try to do it if I can create the time. You are such a gem and I’m so glad we found each other! ❤
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Honestly, I would not feel bad in the *slightest* if you don’t have time. Because it is amazing how much time they take! Mostly, I just wanted to nominate you so that you’d know I love you blog and because who doesn’t like to feel thought of and nominated?! 🙂 its a lovely feeling. So feel no pressure if it works out better to send me the link! Have a wonderful night!
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Hi Rachael, once again, I’m back to tell you I nominated you for an award. It is the Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award. It seems like I can’t help but nominate you for awesome things. 🙂 You can see it here: http://pendulumworld.wordpress.com/2014/10/20/sisterhood/
Thanks for making blogging such a meaningful experience!
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Oh Marla this is such an honor!!! Thank you…you’re so sweet and I’d love to accept! I’ll hopefully be able to work on it soon! 😍
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HI,
I’m Tokoni, a student and poet. Its nice to meet you. I’d like to invite you to my blog at http://www.insanitybeautiful.wordpress.com if you’re interested. Thanks.
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Hi there! Of course id love to check it out! Thanks for stopping by and saying hello! Always an honor to have new faces around my blog! ☺
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I will definitely check you out…thank you!
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Enjoying reading your blog, the simple honesty of it makes for a great read especially when you think that you are the only one doing it. Keep blogging
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Well that is wonderful to hear! Thank you so much ❤
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Wow that really means a lot to me. Thank you… I’m so glad you found me 😊 I’ll keep blogging and you keep reading haha…and I will do the same for you!
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Howdy! I just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for The Liebster Award, because I absolutely love following your beautiful blog and wanted to share it with other folks. You can participate or not without offending me in the least, but you deserve the nomination! 🙂 http://pennypinchingpeach.com/2015/02/23/liebster-award/
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That is so sweet and I really appreciate the nomination. Means a lot! ❤
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You are more than welcome. 🙂
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I’ve really enjoyed reading your blog! You are an inspiration to so many! 🙂
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Wow that means a lot… Thank you and I’m so glad you found me!!!
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Couldn’t have stumbled upon this blog at a better time! I am a mother to three boys as well. My boys are 1 and the identical twins are 8 months. Nice to see people make past the first year with twins 😉
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Aww that’s awesome!! Congrats and I’m so glad you found me! You’ll absolutely make it. This is a beautiful life!!! Twins and boys are the absolute best if you ask me! 🙂
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You made it onto my weekly top 5…you can check it out here http://domesticatedmomster.com/2015/04/03/fridays-top-five-43/ 😀
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Thanks so much for this… Sorry to just now respond!
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No worries 🙂 Moms are busy…this I know.
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I love love love your blog! I come and read it every day or ever new post and 🙂 im glad your writing! I’m a single mother of 4 (1 boy 3 girls) and my ex husband was a military man too! I relate to a lot of what you write so please keep it going! Thanks and please some check out my blog!
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Oh this is so great to hear! Thank you…of course I’ll be checking out your blog! Glad you found me, and now, I found you! ☺ nice to “meet” you!
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Love this! Looking forward to reading more from you! Brandi
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Thank you so much! Glad you’re here!
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Hi there!
I’m loving your blog and wanted to ask you something but I can’t find an email here. Is it possible for you to get in touch with me? You can reach me at hanne@chillafish.com
Kind regards!
Hanne
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Hi there, sorry to just now see this. My email is 65taylor@cua.edu if you still want to connect.
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Wow, I really relate to your story! I am an about to be single mom to three boys, ages 3, 2, and 9 months. I am originally from NYC, currently living in Seattle. I am a recovering addict so I completely understand your struggles. You sound like you are handling it well. It’s so chaotic all the time!!
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Hi Sydney! Sorry to just now respond to this. I’m so glad you’re here and hope you are doing well. Life can be chaotic and messy under the best conditions, but it sounds like you’re handling things well too! You’re not alone. Hang in there! ❤️
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I just commented on another page with your blog titled, “one mothers plea.” Didn’t realize I wasn’t on your actual page. Your story hits so close to home. I was married to a military man as well and God has also been my rock during all the trying times. This is what I wrote over there since I don’t know if you will see it.
Rachael, this piece makes me feel like you are describing my life/thoughts. Every last word. I tell people so often how sad I am, not only for our 3 kids, but their dad. He can’t possibly understand what he is missing. And yes, he always pretends life is great and he’s got women and freedom all the while suggesting that those things must be my priority as well. How can he not see what has happened and what he has lost out on and will continue to lose out on? I always feel like no can understand when I say I am sad for him and they must assume I’m angry and bitter because of all he has done and the way he has abandoned his children. But it is the truth because this is not what I ever envisioned happening when we got married and started a family together.
I would love to talk to you, but have never commented on a stranger’s blog/page, so I don’t know if that is weird.
Thank you for your words and I will be sharing this with my family and friends so they might have an inside look into what happens as a result of a failed marriage with an alcoholic and young children involved.
Jenny
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I’ve been following your blog off and on for a few months now. I am not of the same faith but I feel a connection to you through motherhood. I just wanted to tell you that I am rooting for you and your boys. I also struggle with knowing the right time to put my heart out there. Anyways, you’ve got a friend out here in cyberspace. I hope you are well.
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This means so much to me grace! Thank you!! This really touched me and I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. Hope you are well. Xoxo
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Thank you for sharing your words I stumbled across your in an hour of need. I believe this is a sign. I would love to just ask you on thing because I am so lost in life I need some help x x x
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Hi Nicole! Ask away. I’m so sorry you’re struggling and feeling lost but I’m glad you e landed here. Happy to help however I can.
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I am a single mom of three kids too. Twins who are eight and a five year old. I too have an ex who is an addict and the struggles I go through daily to keep my kids happy and healthy and successful on my own can be very daunting. Thank you for your posts, I know I’m not alone!
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This means a lot! Pure not alone and you’re doing a great job! So glad you’re here!!
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I enjoyed reading your blog. It’s hard to find stuff to relate to being a single dad (3yo daughter and 2yo son). I can at least relate to a lot of what you wrote. Thank you and keep it up!
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Oh man I’m sorry that’s the situation you’re in but so glad you’ve landed here and have found some comfort or things you can relate to. It’s nice to have some dads around here too because we can all relate to each other and support each other through the process and journey of life. Hope you stick around!
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I’m definitely interested in more info. My email is 65taylor@cua.edu. Thanks!
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I have never commented on someone’s blog before, I liked us. I guess I just need to tell you that you are life-saving. I truthfully cannot explain how much your words mean in the lives of women out there in this world that are going through the same things you have gone through. I pour over your readings with such intensity, because they deserve such thought and attention. They are truthfully beautiful. Thank you for being vulnerable and real and thought-provoking. We are blessed to read your words.
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I honestly do not even have the appropriate words to tell you how much this means to me. Thank you doesn’t touch it. I am truly honored and inspired by this. Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out and for being here! I wish I could give you a hug. ❤️
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I’m the same age as you. My kids are the same age as yours, though opposite — my identical twins boys are 2 and my oldest boy is 3 1/2. I’m in the middle of a divorce. I have to admit I haven’t actually read your blog yet — I was just doing a little research, thinking of writing my own. The similarities are too striking…it’s uncanny. You’ll have my email, I assume, if you feel like getting in touch — how many of us can there possibly be?
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Hi Blake! This is very cool. I don’t have your email but here’s mine: 65taylor@cua.edu. I’m so glad you stumbled upon me so you realize you’re not alone. There are more of us than you realize! Xoxo
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I want to be your friend and get advice how to stand in my own feet to raise two kids. I am totally lost. Please help.
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I read your your article about finding your missing piece. I started to cry. I am alone. No girlfriend no friends. I don’t drive. I have epilepsy. All I have is my computer. There must be a reason I am here. I have been in five situations were God could have taken me. But I am still here. I pray to God to help me fill that void in my life. I just don’t want to die alone.
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Hi Rachel,
I’m Karina from BookSinglesHolidays.com, I was looking at tree boys and a mom and I noticed that you feature article´s of amazing single parents!
I was wondering if maybe you would be interested in posting an article we made. After going through your site we came up with: “20 Useful Tips for Single Parents Traveling with Young Children”. We made the list after doing some research and we were able to come up with a comprehensive list with the most recent and updated information on single parent travel. I believe it is a good match for your site and readers.
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Do have a look; It would be great if you could share it with your readers!
Let me know what you think, and keep up the awesome job!
Best,
Karina Ramos
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Just found your site. What an inspiration you are to everyone out there reading your post. I know you are to me and I have not been through half of what you have. I can tell your writing is truly from your soul. Time and God’s grace heals all things. God bless you and your family.
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Thank you for this. 💙
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We are a kin spirits I have twin girls and a boy…also a single mom!
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Single mom of 5 looking for some guidance. Just happened to stumble upon your blog on Google. I am looking forward to reading!!
Salena
Sacramento, CA
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I hope this gets to you. Read your post about alcoholic narcissists. Been with one almost 4 years. I hope you have heeled since then and can talk with me. Thank you.
Lisa Wirz
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I have healed and hope you find healing over time as well. Thank you for being here.
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You are absolutely beautiful!! Your story is so encouraging to me and I loved reading about the hope and healing and commitment you have for life. You are so important to your boys and I can tell you’re an amazing Momma! Thank you for reminding me not to feel guilty @ the end of the day, but to keep hoping. Thank you for reminding me that our children see the beautiful and not the mistakes. (I have identical twin girls (8) and a singleton boy (6)…who reminds me that he wants to marry me as well! Words cannot describe being so loved by our little ones. SO VERY BLESSED!!!) Lastly, thank you for reminding me to keep pressing through. I love what the Lord is doing in your life!!! Reading your story has truly encouraged me. You truly are beautiful and your boys see this every single day…inside and out. ❤️🤗
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This means everything. Thank you so much! ❤️
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So good standing up again all these times. Thank you for your positive contribution to the world and for sharing it with us. Keep on going, many blessings
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Loovely blog you have here
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