With more and more people getting vaccinated and more places reopening, summer traveling is picking back up. As for us, we recently went to Disneyland! I had actually wanted to do this trip last year, but the pandemic put a halt to everything. Anyhow, it worked out better for us to go this year because … Continue reading Disneyland Fun
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A New Library Card
September is such a fantastic month around here! The weather is really beautiful most days. My son's birthday is this month. My favorite season has started. Oh, and in case you didn't know, September also happens to be Library Card Sign-Up Month. Yes, it's a real thing! Take a look at this link for more … Continue reading A New Library Card
I Am More
I am more than just a mommy... I am a nurse. I can make bumps and boo-boos better with lots of hugs and kisses, and soothe tummy aches and fevers with mint tea or a cool wash cloth. I am a teacher. Not only do I teach my children the alphabet, shapes, and numbers, I … Continue reading I Am More
The Joys of Christmas
I love this time of year! There's my birthday and of course, Christmas. Mugs of delicious hot chocolate to sip. Twinkling lights all around the city. Decorating our Christmas tree and house so that everything is festive. Favorite movies such as The Holiday, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Serendipity,ย and Love Actually.ย Cozy nights spent by the fireplace. … Continue reading The Joys of Christmas
He’s Here!
Well, it's almost a month later, but I am finally getting around to announcing the birth of our baby here on my blog! Our bundle of joy, Logan, was born on September 30 after a very short 4-hour labor. This little guy is such a blessing! He lets me sleep a little bit longer at … Continue reading He’s Here!
A Blog Post from Babble
Even though it's a year old, I just read the following heart-warming article on Babble.com and thought it was worth sharing here on my blog. The timing of discovering this article seems to be just perfect, because this will be my life in a couple of weeks when I have my baby boy. I'm nervous, … Continue reading A Blog Post from Babble
BIG News!
Now that our family and friends know, I can finally announce some exciting baby bump news here for all of you loyal readers: We're expecting a baby boy! ๐ Our little guy is due on my daughter's birthday in October, so this should make for some interesting birthday party planning down the road. The two … Continue reading BIG News!
Mommyhood Dictionary: Letters W to Z
Here's the conclusion of the Mommyhood Dictionary I started a few weeks back. I hope you've enjoyed it! W walk (v):ย You took your first steps when you were 14 months old. Your Nana and I were enjoying a couple of days at the beach with you (your Daddy stayed home).ย You learned rather quickly once you … Continue reading Mommyhood Dictionary: Letters W to Z
Mommyhood Dictionary: Letters R to V
Here's the second-to-the-last installment of my Mommyhood Dictionary. I started it a few weeks back after being inspired by a clever book I had read. R registry (n):ย I have to admit: I went a little nuts when it came time to select items for my registry when I was pregnant with you, Emily. We were … Continue reading Mommyhood Dictionary: Letters R to V
Mommyhood Dictionary: Letters M to Q
Here's a continuation of the Mommyhood Dictionary that I started a couple weeks ago. M mother (n and v): Becoming a mother has been one of my greatest accomplishments. It all seems so natural for me to be in this role and I pray that I am doing my job well with you, Emily. N … Continue reading Mommyhood Dictionary: Letters M to Q