January 22, 2010

Kara-Kae James

knocked up: round 1

friday belly shot

January 22, 2010

Kara-Kae James

knocked up: round 1

Yikes....

33 Weeks!

January 22, 2010

Kara-Kae James

knocked up: round 1

Tagged: 33 weeks, Friday Belly Shot, pregnant

Kara-Kae James

packing for the hospital

the way to give

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Not your typical Mother’s Day picture with rugrats surrounding you, but this was what I needed this Mother’s Day. A break. Some time away with my man. To relax and not worry about everything and everyone else and just be us. Best Mothers Day. But don’t worry - I miss the wild things and can’t wait to squeeze their faces.

Thanks @brookjames for the gift of us and of this life we share. I love adventures with you ❤️

Gather around, I want us to have a chat. We are a culture that complains a lot. We talk a lot about what we are against. Can we talk today about what we are FOR? Here’s a few things I am for.

I am for the marginalized and oppressed. My heart aches for those who deserve justice.

I am for really good southern sweet tea.

I am for thinking before speaking. I’m not someone who jumps to conclusions quickly or without prayer and counsel.

I am for standing in hard things, even when it hurts. I’m for working through, and finding those to walk with you.

I am ONE HUNDRED PERCENT for a weekend away with just that guy next to me (who happens to be my husband, so that’s good!) BEST MOTHER’S DAY EVER.

I am for you.

What are you for? Tell me 👇

THIS WEEK’S READ // I’ve been surprised by the shock and sadness I’ve felt from the passing of Rachel Held Evans - she wasn’t someone I knew personally but I knew her story, her words, her heart. I always secretly thought of her as a wise, big sister who didn’t actually know me. I’m blown alway by the impact one person can have on this world, and this book is one heck of a read. Thank you RHE with the gifts you left with us. #becauseofRHE ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Guys, look what I found on the clearance aisle! 😍🎯 #targetdoesitagain

Thriving in the chaos. 🧡 A message of hope that I wrote (for you and for me) almost two years ago. A message that I still struggle to live most days, but I do the best that I can. Because thriving is the goal. It may look messy and all out of sorts. But it doesn’t have to be picture perfect.

Just know this — if you’re struggling to thrive today, you’re not alone. I’m right there with you. But there’s grace enough for us all.

Also for fun, we are giving away this shirt, earrings and book at @thrivemoms so go enter to win!

Not the ideal start to a week, but here we are fixing this girls first cavities 🙄 We are sitting here talking about where we would rather be than the dentist office. Basically anywhere right? Today, we are thinking a beach somewhere. Where would you rather be today?

🎁 GIVEAWAY DAY 3: TREAT YOUR GIRLS 🎁 We are better together, right? But sometimes it’s difficult to actually find time to spend with people who make us better! So, who is up for a GIRLS NIGHT GETAWAY?? One lucky winner will receive a $250 Airbnb GiftCard, $25 Starbucks Gift Card, and $25 Target Gift Card to use for a Girls Night Getaway.

TO ENTER TO WIN:

1. Follow @karakae.james.

2. Like this photo & tag a friend(s) who you would take with you for a Girls Night Getaway.

3. For TEN extra entries (yes, 10!) — either go purchase a copy of Mom Up, or leave a review on Amazon, or share Mom Up in your Instagram feed or stories. Comment letting me know you did.

Giveaway will run for 48 hours and winner will be announced right here on 5/5. US only. This giveaway isn’t endorsed or sponsored by Instagram.

🎁GIVEAWAY DAY TWO: TREAT HER 🎁 We all know that mama who does it all. She pours out for everyone, and sometimes she just deserves a little recognition for how amazing she is! Today, you get the chance to nominate a well deserving mom for some acknowledgement of all she does.

One lucky mom will win a “Moms Just Wanna Have Fun” Bouquet from @thebouqsco delivered right to her home to remind her that she’s doing a great job.

TO NOMINATE A MOM TO WIN:

1. Follow @karakae.james.

2. Like this photo & tag a well deserving Mama and share why she deserves to win.

Giveaway will run for 48 hours and winner will be announced right here on 5/4. US only. This giveaway isn’t endorsed or sponsored by Instagram.

🎁 GIVEAWAY DAY ONE 🎁 I asked what you’d want for Mother’s Day and I heard you loud and clear — A CLEAN HOUSE. So that’s what I’m giving you! Well, I’m not going to clean it for you because I DONT HAVE TIME FOR THAT but one lucky mom will win a $100 Visa Gift Card to use to pay someone else to clean her house, PLUS a goodie pack of some of my favorite things to help you relax including a copy of Mom Up, a @shereadstruth Bible, face masks, bath salts, tea, and a @thrivemoms mug. THIS IS NOT A DRILL.

TO ENTER TO WIN:

1. Follow @karakae.james .
 2. Tag a friend who also needs to relax in a clean house.
 3. For TEN extra entries (yes, 10!) — either go purchase a copy of Mom Up, or leave a review on Amazon, or share Mom Up in your Instagram feed or stories. Comment letting me know you did.
 Giveaway will run for 48 hours and winner will be announced right here on 5/3. This giveaway isn’t endorsed or sponsored by Instagram.

Tomorrow this little book baby turns four months old and since Mother’s Day is just right around the corner, I’m bringing you three days of EPIC giveaways! You do NOT want to miss this! It all starts tomorrow!! 👏 #momupbook #mothersday #giveaway

When you know you’re the world’s cutest little boy but you’re also a little boy so there’s no standing still for the picture (that you requested). #kendrickdjames

A few days ago on my Facebook page I asked “if you could receive one gift for Mother’s Day, what would it be?”, and it seems like the resounding answer was a BREAK. A break from cleaning, from everything. A chance to just REST.

I want to hear from you too. If you could receive one thing for Mother’s Day, what would it be? No strings attached. Dream big.

And hint hint, this week I’m hosting a big Mother’s Day Giveaway so you might just have the chance to win your dream gift 🎁

I am so excited to share with you that I am officially a Community Leader at this year’s @Blissdom Conference! Blissdom is a conference designed for online business creators, podcasters, writers, speakers, photographers, bloggers, social media influencers, entrepreneurs - basically anyone who wants to leverage the power of the internet to build their dreams.

As a Community Leader, I get to cheer on women just like you who are chasing their dreams and help you get connected with other dreamers along the way. I can’t wait to hear from @jessicanturner, @jeffgoins and @alliworthington in person and learn their best strategies and tactics for writing and speaking.

So if you’re ready to take your business to the next level and pursue your dream, #Blissdom is for you.

Plus - because friends don’t let friends miss out on great deals and lots of fun, now the best time to snag your ticket. The Super Early Bird Pricing for Blissdom ends April 30th. Grab your ticket now before pricing goes up on May 1st. You can learn more at blissdomconference.com/tickets.

I have a $50 Target Gift Card burning a hole in my pocket and I want to give it to one of YOU! Here’s the deal — book reviews on Amazon are super important for helping books show up when people search. I’d love to reach 200 reviews by Mothers Day, but I need your help to do it.

TO ENTER TO WIN:

1. Go leave a quick review for Mom Up. It’s super easy and will just take a minute.
2. Comment here letting me know you did.
3. For an extra entry, tag a friend who needs a copy of Mom Up.

Winner will be selected and announced here on Friday! #momupbook (This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram)