Bennett, Has it really been four months? There are moments when I feel like I just met you, but most of the time, I cannot imagine life without you. You have brought more joy into daddy and I's lives than we ever dreamed possible. I remember the first week you came home and all I could think was...how can something so little bring so much simultaneous pain and joy. Of course, I couldn't find Continue Reading
Mom, thanks for the womb and board
So...I wrote a post on packing hacks for parents taking infants to the beach. I was so self-righteous...I know how to pack my baby for the beach. I probably should've made a list for myself. You see, the last two trips I've taken, I've forgotten a few key items. When we traveled to Kiawah Islands, I forgot toothpaste. Thank goodness I was sharing a room with my Continue Reading
I’m reaaaady…to paaaaarty!
I've had this parenting gig for four months now. It has been tiring, challenging...but oh so rewarding. People are surprised to hear that within his four short months of life, he has taken three vacations. I realize that what I am about to say may be the most ridiculous thing I have ever written. I realize how snotty I sound. Please take a moment to click the x on the top right hand corner of Continue Reading
Five essentials for infant playtime
Some mommies just 'get it.'The minute they find out that they have a bun in the oven, they devour books detailing the essentials of infant care. These moms spend their free time in the first trimester (in between trips to the bathroom...for whatever reason) thumbing through thousands of pages of advice. When it comes time to registering, they've already narrowed down their carseat, Continue Reading
A letter to my son at three months
Dear Bennett,Who would have known that you would so beautifully and perfectly rearranged my world in three months? You have shown me how beautiful motherhood can be and how truly precious every moment is. Before you, I didn't have a tangible representation that time is fleeting and it flies by all too quickly. The last month has been a whirlwind adventure. We made it through two road Continue Reading
Fourth of July Favorites (for mommy and baby boy)
I make no apologies for how much I love the Fourth of July.I love the food (who doesn't love a good burger?). I love the sun. And I LOVE my country.Here are a few of my favorite picks for outfitting baby boy and mommy on this wonderful holiday.Red Blue Plaid Crab Shortall by Mud Pie via Lolly Wolly Doodle $32Red Stripe Shortall via Lolly Wolly Doodle $32Plaid Poplin Romper for baby boy Continue Reading
Time away
Good morning, loyal readers.I didn't announce my week-long break from blogging, but I enjoyed a week at the beach with my family in Kiawah Islands, South Carolina last week. I attempted to write on an iPad, but found that a touch screen keyboard doesn't exactly allow for easy typing.Bennett's first full week at the beach was incredible. The weather was absolutely perfect (think 75-80 Continue Reading
Five on Friday: This week in photos
I decided was the day to start lesson planning for the fall. I want to be totally prepared by the time I get back to school so I can leave *promptly* at 3:45. Never did I EVER think I would become a 3:45 teacher, but if you come in early, have your material ready, and use your planning period wisely...why not?For this five on Friday, I've decided to just present my week in pictures. 1. Continue Reading
To beach or not to beach…(for my more visual readers…)
Bennett went to the beach for the first time this weekend: cuteness ensued.BeforeBefore the beachCool dudeHolding Nana's fingerReally, though?PreciousFather-son bonding time.The boysWhat is this beautiful place, dad?First family photo at the Emerald CoastLoves his Granddad!Beach naps with Granddad are the best!After a day full of fun in the sun and sands of Destin, Steven and I got ready for my Continue Reading
Mom-entous (Mother’s Day in Review)
I won't make a habit of this, but this particular weekend deserves to be documented.As Sunday marked the first Mother's Day I got to celebrate as a mom, my husband was very careful to make this particular weekend "mom-entous."Let me first celebrate my little boy on consistently sleeping through the night (8-8 or 8-5) for about two weeks now. Go B, go!!! Sleep is truly life-changing. I Continue Reading