Dear Squishy, There are days, like today, where I love you more than anything in the whole entire world, but you just plain exhaust me. Tons of testing, pushing, screaming, crying, tantrums, and more. The joys of being two. Recently I wrote about inspirational motherhood quotes, and today one in particular sticks out in my mind. Most people might smile, laugh, and say "Amen, I know … [Read more...]
Mommy Quiet Time = Signing Time {Signing Time Live in Las Vegas} (@ST_Rachel)
This past Friday night, after having been re-cooperating all week long from a cold turned sinus infection, Squishy was thankfully well enough to attend Signing Time LIVE with Rachel Coleman. We were pretty excited to see that Leah and Lucy were also there for this show! My how they have grown up into beautiful young ladies. Who is Rachel Coleman? If you are a parent and you are … [Read more...]
Keeping Daddy’s Spot Warm {Dear Squishy #WordlessWednesday}
Dear Squishy, I know you understand so much more about this deployment then you have in the past. While I know I may be digging myself a deep hole, I can't help but allow you to keep daddy's spot warm while he is gone. You insist on naps, and nights in our bed. Truthfully, I don't mind the co-sleeping snuggles, but worry about you leaving our bed later on... Either … [Read more...]
Ten Motherhood Quotes from Inspirational and Famous People
Since my son was born, each time my hubs deploys for his job I find myself questioning my competency as a mother. It hasn't even been a week since my husband left, and already the thoughts creep into my head... Can I do this? I know I am a good mother. I am capable of single parenting, I am capable of a lot of things. I just need a boost every now and again. I … [Read more...]
@DuranDuran All You Need Is Now Concert Tour! {#DuranSocial}
When I think of classic 80's music, Duran Duran immediately comes to mind. However, in recent years, Duran Duran is becoming more than just a band form the 80's and has become a band to span the ages. It doesn't matter if you were a fan in the 80's or just found them now. They speak to multiple generations. Duran Duran is hitting the road and stopping in Las Vegas … [Read more...]