We had a great summer but I’ll admit I’m ready for a change in season. Our days at the pool, eating popsicles on the porch and twilight walks were wonderful but our a/c could use a break and I miss sweaters (I won’t miss boots and winter jackets though). Now that Lucas is older, I … More September Checklist
We’re plugging along on Lucas’ 1000 (different) books before kindergarten challenge. He went through a long phase where he only wanted to read the same books so we were at a standstill until this summer. Now we’re at nearly 300 and we’ve read some good ones. I’ve shared our entire reading list before (here and … More 40 Of Our Favorite Children’s Books
You know what they say about the best laid plans… We didn’t make it to the Historical Museum today. Once again Lucas fell asleep in the car on our way to the museum. Danny and I ended up having a car picnic with food from Stache (the best restaurant anywhere) and he remained asleep until … More Mama-Lucas Day: Donuts @ Palmer Park
I’ll admit there was a lull in Mama-Lucas activity during the winter months. It had less to do with the weather and more to do with poor planning. Lucas likes to take it slow in the mornings on Fridays because being a homebody is in his genes and he doesn’t want either of us going … More Mama-Lucas’ Day: June Bucketlist
I took some time to decompress this weekend and it felt good. We stayed close to home for the most part and even though I didn’t check off nearly as much of my to-do list as I hope I did a little cleaning, got in some running and lots of quality time with my guys. … More A Memorable Weekend
Life is busy. One day it won’t be so in the meantime I’m embracing the chaos and doing my best. We’re going to see the Avengers tomorrow and I can’t wait but totally can wait at the same time. I fear my beloved Captain America will die and I just can’t. MARVEL is my happy space … More Fast Four
I was at a networking event yesterday and a fellow working mom asked how I handle work/parenting balance. My quick quip was that I don’t. It’s true but not helpful, so I elaborated. I have not figured out balance – I don’t know if it’s possible. I work a lot, I have other responsibilities on … More My Cure For Mom Guilt
I love reading and I love sharing that love of reading with Lucas. He has started memorizing sections of his favorite books and loves looking at the art and finding little things. Reading is definitely our happy time. I feel so lucky to have those happy moments because (I’m incredibly paranoid and a professional worrier) … More Pay It Forward
Time passes so quickly, I wish I did Lucas updates more regularly after year one. At the time you feel like you’ll never forget the moments but inevitably you do. Here are some recent memories and general reminders to my future self. We bought tickets to Sesame Street Live and I couldn’t wait to take … More Little Lucas
I didn’t want to be the house with lots of toys but alas. Lucas has quite the personality and I love to watch him get creative. Lately he pretends his tool set is a birthday cake, ‘bakes’ it in the television stand cabinet (he’s careful because it’s hot) and sings happy birthday before blowing out … More Lucas’ Favorite Things
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