"Children are made readers on the laps of their parents." — Emilie Buchwald Now that my son is a little older, and has discovered a healthy love of books one of the things I would love to do with his room is to add a reading corner where he can fall into a book whenever he pleases. He LOVES reading his books. I turned to Pinterest for inspiration and this is what I found! I really love … [Read more...]
When do you plan on having a second child?
This is the question I was asked last week. BY MY MANICURIST! Sure, we have all been asked by our family members, and even friends get a pass here. Caring minds do want to know. But I have to draw a line when my manicurist asks me! Last week I sneaked away during Squishy’s nap and headed over to the nail salon. I don’t do it very often, but when I can I really … [Read more...]
A life lived way too short… | In Memoriam of Oliver
“Before you were born I carried you under my heart. From the moment you arrived in this world until the moment I leave it, I will always carry you in my heart” By Mandy Harrison To lose a child has got to be the most heart-wrenching unfair pain that anyone can possibly suffer. The moment I became a mother to even hear of another mother's lose brings tears … [Read more...]
Toddlers in the Kitchen | Toddler Talk
Welcome to the all new Toddler Talk! Hosted by: Family and Life in Las Vegas - Emily and Squishy (2.5) Crazy About My Baybah - Lolo and Baybah (2.5) The Life of a Sippy Cup Mom - Melissa & Hayden(4) ** If you want to follow this on twitter or plan on tweeting your post, please use hashtag: #toddlertalk** Toddler Talk was created as a place for moms and dads of … [Read more...]
Smiles, Snuggles, Bedtime Cuddles… {Dear Squishy/Wordless Wednesday}
Dear Squishy, Thank you for being such a good boy (minus the 5am mornings) while I was in Nashville. I know how much fun you had spending all that time with your daddy. As much fun as I had at Blissdom, there is just nothing better than coming home to this smile, snuggles, and bedtime cuddles. One of the many blessings of being a parent and a true joy of being your … [Read more...]