I didn’t end up putting all of my Christmas decor out this year. And somehow the decor I did put up took me about 5 weeks. Maybe because we’re not hosting any of our parties? Maybe because the kids are home every other day and our schedules are just so different? Maybe because our weather Read More
A Little Christmas Decor
Grace’s Birthday
Way back in the spring when everyone was in lockdown, birthday parades started popping up as an alternative to birthday parties. We attended one for Grace’s friend in April, and Grace commented about how fun she thought it would be to have one on her birthday. Little did I know that Covid would still be Read More
Friday Favorites
Favorite picture: More on Grace’s birthday coming next week, but we had the best day celebrating her and she loved every minute. Also loving the fact that her outfit involved multiple crazy prints. Favorite kid quote: Grace, as she was going to bed: “Thanks for the best birthday in the entire world, mom. Also, I Read More
Grace is 7
Today our Gracie girl turns 7! Her due date was before Thanksgiving, but she was my only child who went a week past her due date. She says it’s because she was so warm inside my belly and she didn’t want to be cold. Grace is sweet, kind, thoughtful, loving, and determined. She’s also a Read More
Thanksgiving {Part 2}
Thanksgiving Day was beautiful: sunny and 60’s. All of Dave’s toys were out. Everyone was going for rides- even Lucy and Grammy. Tessa pretty much rode on the 4 wheeler all day. My aunt usually brings tubs full of crafts for the kids each year. Since they couldn’t come this year, she mailed crafts for Read More
Thanksgiving {Part 1}
Happy December! This really is the most wonderful time of the year, isn’t it? It’s strange not planning for all the parties and school events that usually happen at this time, but there’s still so much fun and enjoyment to be had during the season. We had a great time in NJ over Thanksgiving. We Read More
Happy Thanksgiving
Today we are on our way to New Jersey for Thanksgiving! Yes, we are driving to another state. Yes, we are getting together with a few family members for Thanksgiving. Yes, we are armed with gloves, wipes, sanitizer, masks, a potty in the car, and all the other necessary precautions. If you are choosing to Read More
Gift Guide: GIRLS
Friday Favorites
Favorite picture: Just a girl and her cats enjoying the beautiful weather. Favorite kid quote: Tessa, creating a job title out of everything I do: “Mom, you’re a great shoe puter oner” or “Mom, you’re the best plant waterer” and even “Mom, you’re such a good play-doher”. Favorite clothing item: This sweater is the comfiest Read More
