Confession time! I have always been an anxious person who has difficulty relaxing. I like to be on time and have a need for things to be "just so". I like to see towels hanging evenly and enjoy a very organized refrigerator and having the pantry … [Continue reading]
Shower The Baby
I had two wonderful baby showers; one hosted by seven (!) of my closet friends and one hosted by your dad's cousin. We received almost all of the items we registered for and more toys, clothes, blankets and other goodies than we could ever possibly … [Continue reading]
Five Things That Make Me Smile
I haven't been doing the mommy thing for very long, but I already have a few favorite products that have made our lives a little easier. I have even recommended a couple of these items to fellow new moms and they are pleased with them as well! By the … [Continue reading]
To Sleep, Perchance To Dream
Sleep and I haven't been too friendly lately and boy, do I miss it! I should be napping when you nap, but that doesn't work out too well for me. I have never been a napper, besides when would I blog, let alone get dressed, eat, or do the piles and … [Continue reading]
Baby Free Hours
Your dad spent most of the day with you today solo while I spent literally hours trying to figure out what to do with myself. After taking a very long, very hot shower, in which I loofahed my entire body and shaved areas that have been hairy for far … [Continue reading]
You Gotta Have Friends
I have to admit, I was reluctant to join a Mommy & Me group. I just didn't want to "deal" with it, for lack of a better reason. We had a good thing going you and I; with our daily walks, bi- and tri-weekly outings to Target and counting down the … [Continue reading]
Sisters
As far back as I can remember, my wish on every shooting star and every candle I blew out on a birthday cake, I asked for a little sister. Finally, almost 12 years later, I got one!! I can't believe my sister, Leah is 25 years old now. I tell her … [Continue reading]
Happy Feet
"Walking is man's best medicine." -Hippocrates Walking is one of the best exercises there is; it's low impact, can be done anywhere and it's health benefits are immeasurable. Walking reduces the chances of cancer, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, … [Continue reading]
Our Favorite Things: Sophie La Girafe
It looks like a dog toy. It feels like a dog toy. It even squeaks like a dog toy! But this is no dog toy... this is the perfect toy for teething babies! A big hit at our recent Mommy & Me group, Sophie the Giraffe has become your new favorite … [Continue reading]
Creature Of Habit
When it comes to food, I am such a creature of habit. I know what I like and I have it over and over and over again, which means there's not a lot of variety in my diet. I have the exact same thing for breakfast every single day: toasted whole … [Continue reading]
