You know those cinnamon scented pine cones that are always in grocery and craft stores around Thanksgiving and Christmas? I’ve never bought them before. I have no idea why. They smell WONDERFUL. So the first decoration I made involved those, some ribbons in my “theme colors” for this year (and probably several years after this)…
I heard he was a good Santa with a real beard and everything, so we signed up. The first thing she did when she walked into the room was ask Santa (with sign language) for cheese and water. When, instead, she got a cuddle from a stranger with facial hair, the wailing began.
I have so many winter/Christmas/Hanukkah/Holiday children’s books, and this tradition will make sure they are all read and enjoyed each year. I’m looking forward to seeing how this tradition evolves, and how my kids become more involved in it as the years go by.
I came across this recipe on pinterest, which is adapted from this recipe at The Kitchn. It’s for southern-style chicken and dumplings. You know, the kind you get at Cracker Barrel. Like Emily’s husband (hey, that’s my name!), that’s what I ordered at Cracker Barrel EVERY SINGLE TIME we would go. Because it’s amazing and…
I’m 24 weeks pregnant, in full nesting mode, feeling pretty great. Baby #1 is getting used to the idea of tandem nursing, and I found The Best Boots of my life. Life is good.
Just the Facts: Weeks pregnant: 23 weeks 1 day Weight: 146 for real this time. It was fluctuating last time, but lately it’s been pretty steady. Gain: +11 so far Size of the baby: almost a foot long still (head to foot) Weight: Just over a pound, probably. Other pregnancy related crap: Emotional crap: In…
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bulbs. Dig, Drop, Done. for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. I like to dabble with planting things, though my thumbs haven’t ever been particularly green. I’ve been intimidated by bulbs though, because people always talk about digging them back up, splitting them, and…
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My little girl is 16 months old (well, and like 8 days, because I’m behind on this…) and she could not be more awesome. She’s been surprising me every day with new words and signs, adorable mannerisms and even spontaneous hugs and kisses. This past month has been incredible for my girl. Words, Words, Words…
Just the Facts: Weeks pregnant: 22 weeks Weight: 146? I don’t know. I was 142 yesterday, but 146 this morning. It was insane. And might have had something to do with the 2.5 glasses of water, glass of chocolate milk, and 2 (individual) bottles of coconut water I had in the 3 hours before bed…
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Zenni Optical for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. I’ve seen lots of people tweeting about getting their prescription eyeglasses from Zenni Optical, and everyone seems super-happy with them. They really have a neat business… whereas most eyeglasses websites offer frames from tons of designers,…
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