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Archives for June 2016

Uncategorized | June 29, 2016

Things I never thought I’d say….

Things I never thought I’d say….

Things I never thought I'd say...but now say ALL THE TIME now that I'm a mom. Heads up...there's a lot of potty and booty talk that happens in our house..... "Please do not kiss my booty. Do not kiss your sister's booty. Do not kiss ANYONE'S BOOTY." "Did you toot?" "Please do not toot in my face." "...Son of a Digger, Monster ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 27, 2016

5 Tips to Help Kids Drink More Milk

5 Tips to Help Kids Drink More Milk

This summer we have lots of little adventures planned for our kids. We want to keep them active, happy, and energized for a fun first summer in our new house. So, it's important to me that they have the nutrients they need to play their little hearts out! In our house, we like to encourage our kids to drink milk because it is a ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 24, 2016

FRIDAY

FRIDAY

Cheers to Friday! We've had rough last few nights of sleep with both kids, so I am ready for some rest and relaxation this weekend. But wait, I'm a parent, so that probably won't happen. Oh well. {one} I'm taking Hudson for a mommy-son date today to see Finding Dory and I don't know who is more excited, him or me! I can't wait to see the ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 23, 2016

7 Simple Ways to Date your Spouse

7 Simple Ways to Date your Spouse

Oh this man of mine. Between two kids, busy schedules, and household chores, it's tough for us to squeeze in some alone time. Now more than ever we have realized how important it is to spend some one-on-one time together. We love to sneak out of the house together to grab some dinner...but let's be real....we don't get to do that very often. So, we ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 22, 2016

Sadie Mae: 12 Months

Sadie Mae: 12 Months

One just seems so old, don't you think? Sadie is official a toddler now. Someone please hold me while I cry in the corner in disbelief.  Girlfriend is sugar and spice and everything nice. And sass. And sweetness. I just can't get enough. She says "mama" "dada" and "kiki" (kitty). She's started to point to things she wants and it's the ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 21, 2016

Toddler-Approved Snack Mix

Toddler-Approved Snack Mix

Now that Sadie is ONE we have the go-ahead to let her eat basically everything. But let's be real...she's been eating what we eat for a while now. She loves her a good snack, and I want to make sure she has plenty of healthy foods to choose from! In fact, I want both of my kids to make healthy choices....so I'm always on the look out for ways to ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 16, 2016

When your baby might be sick….

When your baby might be sick….

First, let me start off with a big thank you to everyone who reached out to me and prayed for our little girl. You did it without knowing everything that was going on and I really cannot express how much I appreciate you all. Sadie is 100% happy and healthy. But for about a month we were terrified something was seriously wrong. Before I go in to ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 14, 2016

The family that laughs together….

The family that laughs together….

The family that laughs together, stays together! And we sure do a lot of laughing in our house! In honor of Sadie's birthday, we had some updated family photos taken. And they turned out beautiful. Which is a miracle because it was hot, humid, almost bedtime for both kids, and Hudson flat out refused to put down his toy. So you'll see Chase, ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 10, 2016

ONE

ONE

Sadie Mae, you are one year old today! I remember the day you were born like it was yesterday. We were all so thrilled and excited to meet you! It was such a fun day...one of my most favorite ever.  We are celebrating today with lots of cake and lots of cuddles. Sadie wasted zero time diving in to her cake and smashing it to bits. ... Read More

Uncategorized | June 9, 2016

Mommy + Baby Play Date

Mommy + Baby Play Date

This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. (want to win a $100 Carter's gift card? Keep reading!) Sadie's birthday is TOMORROW. Let me say that again. My baby is turning ONE whole year old tomorrow. Someone pinch me, I can't believe it. Fastest year of my life, hands down. To ... Read More

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Belle’s so excited about her big girl bed that s Belle’s so excited about her big girl bed that she begs to go to sleep. And then when I actually need her to sleep she says “I just can’t because my bed is so beautiful!” and it takes the sting out of my baby growing up, just a little.
Who runs the world? GIRLS. Literally. Who runs the world? GIRLS. Literally.
I love them so much it hurts and then also need th I love them so much it hurts and then also need them to leave me alone sometimes. That’s motherhood for ya.
Snow globe status today and we are here for it! Snow globe status today and we are here for it!
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