Jenn Doing My Best

A daily blog of life reflections.

Life Reflections

Ash Wednesday

“Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return.”

February 18, 2026
Life Reflections

Weekend Recap: Heart Pancakes & Homeschool Refresh

Pancakes, a little homeschool refresh, and a weekend well spent.

February 16, 2026
Life Reflections

Words: A Valentine’s Quote

Still one of the most beautiful declarations of love I’ve ever read. 😍

February 14, 2026
Life Reflections

Happy Friday!

5 small joys from this week, including a cute library love poem. 📚❤️

February 13, 2026
Life Reflections

World Marriage Day

For World Marriage Day, a then-and-now glimpse of our marriage in two photos.

February 8, 2026
Life Reflections

Words: Do You Need a Break?

I could use a break from a few things — maybe you can too. 😌

February 7, 2026
Life Reflections

The Day I Canceled My Dentist Appointment

Everything shifts when you’re sick.

January 9, 2026
Life Reflections

The Day a Gas Station Attendant Shared Humble Words of Wisdom

Something unexpectedly meaningful in an ordinary place.

January 4, 2026
Life Reflections

The Day Gas Prices Went Down

I was shocked to see how low gas costs now.

January 3, 2026
Life Reflections

The Day We Went to Christmas Eve Mass

Last-minute Christmas shopping, a cozy bookshop visit, and Christmas mass—it’s Christmas Eve!

December 24, 2025