Did you all hear the news about Yahoo ending it's work from home policy? It just makes me so sad to think about it. I understand that CEO Marissa Mayer wants to shake things up a bit....and that there might not be enough accountability from those who work from home at Yahoo...but still. I'm worried that this could have repercussions with ... Read More
Archives for February 2013
The Breastfeeding Diaries: Emily from Simple Suburbia
Thank you for all of your sweet emails about the breastfeeding diaries series! The support everyone has shown each other has been amazing....and we are helping people too! I am honored today to introduce you all to Emily, this week's guest writer for the breastfeeding diaries. She is a working mama and has been breastfeeding her sweet little boy ... Read More
It’s not just what you say, it’s how you say it
Now that I'm a mom, I spend a lot of time thinking about how to raise this special little boy that has brought so much joy to my life. I want him to be gracious, thankful, kind, and sincere....and an important part of that means being able to say thank you. I want Hudson to learn the importance of the thank you note from an early age. It's ... Read More
Married….With a Pup
I am so thankful for the relationships I've been able to make through blogging. I think that relationship building is the key to growing your blog and your readership....so when I find a blog I love I want to share it with everyone! I don't even remember how Katie and I found each other's blogs but I'm SO glad we did! Katie's blog is ... Read More
The Breastfeeding Diaries: Holly from Oregon Mama
Hi friends! Welcome to the first guest post for the Breastfeeding Diaries! I am SO excited to share several mom's stories with you....each entry I've read so far has been wonderful, touching, and inspiring. Today I'd like to introduce you to Holly from Oregon Mama. Holly and I are real life friends and have known each other since we were 15! She is ... Read More
I’m the Kinda Girl Who….
I'm the kinda girl who..... Washes her hair twice a week...it's not always pretty my friends. Always has gummy bears stashed somewhere in my house....well, except when my husband eats them first. Takes pictures of my kid's poop explosions and posts them to instagram. (you can find me at girlintheredshoes) Eats the exact ... Read More
You’re Gonna Miss This…
You're gonna miss this You're gonna want this back You're gonna wish these days hadn't gone by so fast These are some good times So take a good look around You may not know it now... But you're gonna miss this. Song (and tears in my eyes) courtesy of Trace Adkins. p.s.....the winner of the ... Read More
Owl Be Your Valentine….Saw it, Pinned it, Did it
Happy Valentine's Day! Or should I say happy Vowlentine's Day? I'm linking up with Katie and Stephanie for Saw it, Pinned it, Did it, so that I can show off the super cute and super easy owl Valentine's Day cards that Hudson is giving to his daycare buddies! Hudson is so excited to eat pass these out today. Source: ... Read More
The Breastfeeding Diaries Part 5: Moving Forward
Wow. Let me just take a moment to say thank you to everyone who commented or emailed me about this series. You guys are amazing. And honest. And inspiring. It's hard to talk about something so personal on a blog...but you guys have made it easy. I can't thank you enough for your encouraging words. So, what are my future breastfeeding ... Read More
Preppy yet Chic….and a giveaway
As a blogger I have had the privilege of working with some pretty wonderful people. One of those wonderful people is Crystal, of Crystal Faye. "Preppy chic" are the perfect words to describe this super cute online boutique. In fact, I love her stuff so much I was willing to stand out in the freezing cold and icy rain to model my items....that's ... Read More