Much Needed Time

Yesterday I was supposed to work. When I woke up, I saw a text from work saying that we were down patients and it was my turn to stay home. There was a staff meeting that I had to call in and be a part of, but after that, it was all family time! The … Continue reading Much Needed Time →

Spring Scooter!

Ok, not THAT Scooter! Sam went to the store today and saw that the had scooters on sale. These were the ones with two wheels in the front. She couldn't pass up the deal and grabbed one for each kid. I woke up a bit early this afternoon and it was such a nice day … Continue reading Spring Scooter! →

She’s a “Threenager”

Yesterday, Ella celebrated her 3rd birthday. It was a pretty busy day! She woke up and had a breakfast picnic. Her choice of breakfast food? A grilled cheese sandwich! After I got home from a dentist appointment (that I should have cancelled), we piled in the car and we took a trip up to the … Continue reading She’s a “Threenager” →

Macaroni and Beans!

I have never been diagnosed with OCD. That being said, I do tend to be a creature of habit. I tend to take the same way to work every day, I like my coffee the same way every day, and such, but I don't think I am OCD. My books and DVDs are NOT alphabetized, … Continue reading Macaroni and Beans! →

A Typical Dad Day

(I've never read this book, but I may have to ...) Sam worked last night, so it was my day with the kids. What does a typical day with dad look like? The day starts with Andrew up first. We take the baby monitor out into the living room so we can see when Ella … Continue reading A Typical Dad Day →

Share and Share Alike

One of the most difficult things for a toddler to do is share. Teaching them how to share can be just as difficult. "It's mine!" "My blanket!" "Stop it! That's mine! Walk into any daycare, kindergarten class, or home with toddlers and I can guarantee you will hear those phrases. If not those exact phrases, … Continue reading Share and Share Alike →

Prompt: That Was Then, This Is Now

Maggie, at From Cave Walls, and Lauren, at LSS Attitude of Gratitude, alternate hosting Throwback Thursday. The idea of the prompt is for them to give us a topic and for us to write a post in which we share our own memories or experiences about the given topic. This week’s prompt is: That Was Then And … Continue reading Prompt: That Was Then, This Is Now →

Thoughts on The Measure

A week or so ago, I mentioned that I had started reading The Measure by Nikki Erlick. In case you missed it, here is the Goodreads "tease" about the book: Here is the summary from Goodreads: Eight ordinary people. One extraordinary choice.It seems like any other day. You wake up, pour a cup of coffee, … Continue reading Thoughts on The Measure →

Her Name Up In Lights – Sort Of

There is never a dull moment at our house! It was a weekend full of some really memorable moments. Saturday was a laid back kind of day. After dinner, I took the kids for a walk around the neighborhood. It was a bit warm and I was sweating pretty good afterwards. I knew that if … Continue reading Her Name Up In Lights – Sort Of →

My Heart is Full

Recently I posted a blog that was difficult to write. It was regarding some things with my son. It dealt with some hurt I was sorting through. I am happy to say that I was able to see him today. He is currently having difficulty with a summer school math class. He asked if he … Continue reading My Heart is Full →