The start of daylight saving time may be one of my favorite times of year. There is so much excitement in the spring, with the promise of longer days, warmer weather and the eventual slow down into sweet summertime,...
Our sweet little girl, Novena Joy, just turned one year old.
We went to Texas for her birthday because her Lola (grandmother) wanted to throw her a grandiose birthday party that was supposed to be family only. Somehow the...
Okay, so I was totally the mom who was NEVER going to allow her kid on YouTube. I mean, you've read about the people who think it's entertaining to sneak in violent and inappropriate images into YouTube videos for...
Let's face it, having a newborn is TOUGH! Not only is it physically demanding, but it's an emotional rollercoaster as well. The lack of sleep and having this new being that depends on you every waking minute can be...
February is here and we all know what that means. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. While most moms look forward to this day as a way to love on their precious little ones, some of us dread...
I had the most beautiful little girl on 12.12.12. Every child changes you in some way. They make you stronger; they show you how much fight you have in you.
With my first baby I was able to be a...
My daughter is in first grade this year. It has been quite a transition from kindergarten, but she and I are learning to navigate it one day at a time. She is a great kid at school, but she...
As soon as I began announcing that I was expecting, one of the first statements I heard after, "Congratulations!" was, "You better start looking for a daycare." I had no idea that some daycares have lists that are TWO YEARS LONG!...
Plenty of dollars spent on toys this year and what keeps my son occupied for hours? A salad spinner. With all the sick and rainy days so far, we have spent more than enough time stuck inside. Even though...
Are they twins?
This is by far the most popular question I get asked about my twin girls. I guess people do a double take and aren't sure what to think. Despite the latest CDC statistics stating there are more...
I remember being eight years old and standing outside a Publix in the sweltering Florida heat. I was trying to work up the courage to ask,
"Would you like to buy some girl scout cookies?"
For a shy little girl, this...
As a mom of children that range in age, it's sometimes easy to miss out on quality time with my older children, especially during the holiday season when everyone is home. Teens are independent but they still need our...
I don't know about you, but the holidays get me feeling extra crafty! Whether I'm making crafts for loved ones' holiday gifts, or just filling up those long winter days, I'm always looking for new projects to do with...
Are you ready for the holidays? The last month has been a steady bombardment of toy catalogs and festive TV commercials, so I don't exactly feel like I have a choice. My kids are getting more and more excited...
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