We are exactly 2 days away from the Bear's birthday. I. Cannot. Believe. It. What a great year; parenting is way more than I ever thought it could be. I'll reserve my gushy thoughts for my 1 year letter to the little man. But TODAY, I bring you 5 bits of randomness just for fun. 1. The "bear-thday" party decor is done. My house has been decorated for a few days at the Continue Reading
5 easy steps to go overboard in birthday party planning
When little Bear was around 3 weeks old, I sat in the cozy gray glider in the corner of his nursery at some God-forsaken hour in the middle of the night. As I rocked with my little guy, I began to think about--his first birthday party. I started a secret board pinning dozens of images for the brown bear theme that I was dreaming about in my head. It all seemed quite magical. And Continue Reading
5 truly gratuitous items that may make you look like you care about the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is upon us. Ehem--I mean--the big game. I hope I don't get fined for that; I don't have that kind of money (and I'm not that big of a deal). So, admittedly, I haven't truly cared about the outcome of a 'big game' since 1998, and I was sorely disappointed. So usually, by the time the second round of the playoffs arrives--I'm pretty done with football. Bitterness can Continue Reading
Oh, hey Friday (five bits of randomness)
So, a few odd things happened this week... 1. The Hawks hosted the first ever "Tinder Night" at Phillips Arena. I'm torn in my support of my favorite pro basketball team. On one hand, it is genius marketing; after all, even I am talking about the birds on this little blog. Our team has gotten more press from this gimmick than anything else we've done in the last few months (including Continue Reading
Oh hey, Friday!
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
Oh hey, Friday! What to wear to a “festive attire” party…
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
Oh hey Friday! Five healthier Christmas treat options for mom and baby to enjoy
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
Oh hey Friday (5 follow-ups from earlier posts)
Hey readers and HELLO FRIDAY. *Catcall.* There is nothing more attractive than a weekend, amiright? Especially when said weekend begins with a concert...Tonight's events reminded me that sometimes, I need to follow up from previous posts to keep y'all in the loop. So...this Friday, I'm focusing on 5 follow-ups that you NEED TO CHECK OUT! It will surely bring a smile to your face. 1. An Continue Reading
Oh hey, Friday! (5 house divided problems)
Oh, hey readers! And helloooo Friday!! This weekend is pretty epic in our home...it is the one day of the year where my husband and I are completely at odds. We will never be able to reconcile this difference in our marriage. It's a painful reality...but it is true. Yes, friends. It is the weekend of the Georgia v. Auburn football game. The struggle is real. This is our Continue Reading
Oh, hey Friday (on a Monday) {5 tips for your first BIG race}
What's better than Friday? A Friday post on a Monday. In truth, I'd planned to post this on Friday, but I couldn't make my way to a computer as I was miles away from home, right in the center of Savannah for my first Rock N Roll series half marathon. And now, my readers get a bonus of five extra tips from a newbie to a big race series. ALSO...to my loyal readers...should I start a side Continue Reading