Edie might be my first kid, but she isn't my first student. Let me start by sharing a little bit more about myself. I have a degree in Elementary Education with a Master's in Educational Technology. Throughout my educational career I have taught kindergarten, third grade, and fifth grade. My last . . .
Todder Gift Ideas
Gift season is upon us! Are you the type of shopper that waits until the last minute (usually me)? Or do you like to get a jumpstart on your shopping lists and just sit and chill for the month of December because you're ahead of the game? Well, whenever you decide to go shopping, here are some ideas . . .
Life After Pregnancy Loss
This is going to be brutally truthful blog post. Pregnancy loss is a very common thing that happens to a lot of women but no one really talks about it. As I am sitting here talking about this, it's been a week since I've found out that the baby I thought I was carrying wasn't a viable pregnancy. I . . .
Edie’s Birthday Shopping List
CLICK THE IMAGES BELOW TO SHOP! These balloons are amazing, and so much fun! I see the commercials for them ALL the time but this is the first time we've tried them! What kid doesn't love bubbles?! This machine is small and even comes with a screwdriver to put in the batteries (batteries . . .
VEER Wagon Review
THIS. WAGON. IS. AWESOME. Just going to start this off with that bold statement. It has seriously changed our lives. We use it EVERYDAY. Whether we're at the zoo, or going to the grocery store... this bad boy takes care of business. Scroll to the end of this post for full video. You might . . .
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
YOUR LOVE HELPS US GROW. There is no more of a true statement than this, the love of family helps us grow. That expression we toss around a lot, it takes a village, really does hold true to all the mamas, grandmamas, and great grandmamas out there. When Mother's Day and Father's Day rolls . . .
How to Give a Toddler a Haircut – Little Funny for Your Monday
So Edie has freaked out the last couple times I have tried to get her haircut... so one day on a whim, I trimmed her bangs and they came out okay! I did it by myself the first time (Justin was at work), but it is really helpful if I have Justin's extra hands to hold her still. Glimpse into life with . . .
To Our House, Thank You
So last week, we officially handed over our keys to our home on Bell Street. As a family, we went through a wave of emotions; stress, sadness, relief, and exhaustion. As we were packing, and each room was becoming more and more bare, I just kept saying "thank you" to our home. With tears in my . . .
Our house is sold!
I write these words with a heavy heart, we sold our house last night. Officially, new owners will take the keys April 26th. Not going to lie, I ugly cried after signing that document. Just a couple signatures and our home, gone. This house, we could have lived in forever. Now, don’t get me . . .
Yellow House On Bell Street
Welcome to our home, we’re so glad you’ve stopped by! If you are anything like me, our home is always changing and evolving. My husband says I drive him crazy (on the regular) because I am always changing things up when I find the right inspiration. I feel like every home changes and molds to . . .