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Oh hey, Friday!

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Five things on this first Friday of the new year... 1. I've resolved myself to find depth in every area of my life. I am not a shallow person by nature (most of the time), and yet, when it really matters, I find myself wading in the kiddie pool spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, relationally, and professionally. Ideally (so many -lys), I would like to take 2015 to find new depth in my Continue Reading

A letter to my son at 10 months old

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Dearest Son, I met a baby about your age once in my early twenties. She was calm and sweet and she clung to her mommy's hip like she was attached to it. The moment I met her, I looked forward to having a baby that was 10 months old. A baby who wasn't helpless and crying; one who was calm; and above all else, clung to my hip like he/she was attached to it. I'm going to let you in on a Continue Reading

I don’t want my marriage to look like a romantic comedy; I want it to look like my parents’ marriage.

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Steven and I always laugh about the fact that we never think about my parents lives before meeting each other. Of course their lives began when they married each other, right? If that is the case, then my parents are forty-one years old today. Two spring chickens; still in love after all of these years. And yet, their love doesn't exactly look like the love that I see on romantic Continue Reading

Don’t stop retrievin’ (Favorite Christmas Memory)

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This Christmas was by far my best Christmas. It was like being a kid again...only better. Holding my little boy on my lap as he tore through mountains of paper and played with brand new toys was so much more exciting than tearing through my own Christmas haul. He has been my favorite gift ever. It didn't take me long to realize that Christmas will never be the same again. Each year, it will keep Continue Reading

Five things I learned while pretending to be a mom of two for two days.

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Ok. A few things about this week. A. The bed is no place for a bear cub. Turn your back for one minute and the little cub will crawl right off. Our week started with an emergency trip to our pediatrician. I attributed my malaise, weakness, and stomach cramps to the emotional discomfort of feeling like a total failure with your infant son. B. Apparently, the pediatrician's office is flooded Continue Reading

Oh hey, Friday! What to wear to a “festive attire” party…

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Tis the season for office holiday parties. Time for this little mama to ditch her leggings and tunics and opt for a sparkly holiday dress. But which one should I wear? Today, I enlist your help in deciding what to wear: something from my closet or something new? 1. Option #1: The Little Blue Dress This pretty little thing was a bridesmaid's dress. I love this dress so, so much. I am Continue Reading

12 Days of Cheer: Little Bear Edition

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  My gal pal Jessica over at The Newly is doing a fun series that I've decided to join in for the next few days. Today is day four of the 12 day series...and she's got a bunch of goodness to get you in the Christmas Spirit. She's like Buddy the Elf, only blonder; which usually translates into lots of giggles when she's around. Seriously, she may be the jolliest person I know. Sometimes Continue Reading

Lesson Plan Ideas: Sensory Language through a sensory experience

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I forgot the peaceful silence of early morning December moonlight. Everything is still. No one is stirring. This morning, I took a moment to enjoy the clear of daybreak; the chill of the air whistling at my face, gently waking me up. My breath was warm from a few morning miles on the pavement. I enjoy running, but I much prefer the moment the run is finished. My ears are acutely aware of the Continue Reading

Oh hey Friday! Five healthier Christmas treat options for mom and baby to enjoy

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I'm doing some serious Pinterest-ing today to find the healthiest classic Christmas Cookie recipes. I want to bake with my little boy, but don't want to give him table sugar quite yet; #ChristmasBakingProblems. Here are five ways to satisfy your sweet tooth and let baby join in on the fun. Thanks to all the bloggers (who I didn't ask, but will shamelessly promote because these recipes are Continue Reading

Christmas Wish List

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The month of December started with a bang. Little guy and I have been following my Atlanta Event Advent Calendar. It has been a lot of fun...knowing exactly what's in store for us for the day. Yes, I've planned out just about everything for the month of December. Everything that is, except for gifts; gifts for myself, for my husband, and my little bear. Today, I've decided to scour the Continue Reading