We had a great Valentine weekend! Actually, it was my favorite one yet. On Friday both of the minis had Valentine parties at school. Thomas had a breakfast party in his class and a few hours later we went back up to daycare for Caroline’s afternoon party. I hope Thomas doesn’t mind that I’ve claimed …
Anyone else ridiculously pumped that Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow and we’ll be getting an early Spring!?! I am beyond ready to pack up my turtlenecks and break out my bright colors! On to a lengthy post of highlights from this week… one. For those of you looking for a Valentine’s Day gift …
Now that I’m on recovery cruise control I thought I would share some really helpful information that I’ve learned along the way for any of you (or your friends) preparing to embark on this journey. If your surgery date is set, CONGRATULATIONS, you’ve made it through the toughest part! Seriously, the decision (and waiting for …
Happy Friday! one. We made it two whole weeks before throwing in the towel on the shared nursery. We really, really, really wanted this to work so bad and still hope that we can give it another shot in a few months, but the reality was Thomas was waking Caroline up too many times throughout …
We are recovering from cabin fever over here! It was one heck of a loooooooong weekend! On Thursday I got a call from daycare that Thomas had a fever and needed to be picked up. He turned out to be just fine thankfully. With two kids in daycare there’s a 30% chance every single day …
We have been on a soup kick recently and this Creamy Zuppa Toscana Soup is definitely one of our recent favorites. On the weekends I’ve been making large batches and freezing for later so we have a nice soup variety for the cooler months. I whipped up a batch of Creamy Zuppa Toscana Soup and …
Three day weekend ahead! Daycare is closed for MLK day so that means we have an extra day to chase our minis around. one. We did it! We did it! We finally moved Thomas to the nursery this week (at 6 months old – eeep!)! We kicked Caroline out of our room around 12 weeks …
Before my double mastectomy I found it super helpful to talk to other women who had undergone the same procedure. These ladies helped prepare me emotionally and physically for my surgery and also helped me adjust my recovery expectations. The advice varied from woman to woman but the one thing I heard consistently from everyone …
Last Christmas my best friend from college came over while we were home in Florida and brought us the most amazing Graham Cracker Toffee. It was literally devoured by the time she left our house! So good. Anyway, I harassed her for the recipe and then saved it for an entire year as a picture …
At the beginning of the year I polled our teachers on what types of gifts they like (and dislike) and there was an overwhelming response for gift cards, specifically Target gift cards. I totally get that. I love Target gift cards too and I definitely don’t need any more travel size hand sanitizers. However, I …
Looking for a quick gift to make this weekend for teachers, neighbors, friends, co-workers and more? I have a sweet idea for you… For as far back as I can remember my mom has made strawberry jam for Christmas gifts. Each year friends and family have come to expect this delicious treat and her list …
Christmas is in exactly TWO Fridays!!!! Are you ready?! I SO AM!! one. A few weeks ago my friend Lisa was over sorting through my crockpot collection for an upcoming party. When I asked her if she needed a mini crockpot she laughed and asked what in the world I would ever use such a …