DISCLAIMER: The following blog discusses Santa Claus and the like. Proceed with caution. We have a saying in our house: we don't keep secrets. This rule was established for the obvious, and maybe to some, not so obvious reasons. But, basically when you tell one of our children "don't tell" they know that is a…
Continue reading ➞ The Day the Magic Died
My dearest #3, In just a few short days you will be turning five. This year, your birthday is hitting me hard. Harder than any other birthday, any other year. I am not sure why. I don't know where your infant or toddler years went. I remember telling myself to be present with your tiny…
Continue reading ➞ Another {real} Love Letter
When you have kids things tend to break. Shocking, I know. Our furniture is outdated and overused, but I cannot bring myself to replace it at this juncture in life. I am one hundred and twenty percent sure that one of our five munchkins will mark up anything new with sharpies, scissors or glittery glue.…
Continue reading ➞ Light It Up
There have been quite a few changes to baby items since I had my first nearly a decade ago. During that time, several gimmicks have hit the market. I have been conned into believing I needed some of the most overrated items. So, what is a seasoned momma to do when she realizes she has…
Continue reading ➞ Baby Registry Rip-offs
I find myself on repeat a lot. And shockingly, I keep getting the same results. I keep thinking this will be the one time it is different; where the cause and effect phenomenon will not hold true. Apparently, that is a sign of insanity. Momma is gonna take back her sanity and try a little…
Continue reading ➞ Note{s} to Self
I have been putting kids to bed for nearly the last decade. I have developed a pretty efficient night time routine {in theory}. There's the mandated quiet time that prefaces bedtime {because if you can just get them to sit still, they will fall asleep. Foreshadowing: they know that}. Then, the usual: teeth brushing, {bath…
Continue reading ➞ {Un}Sweet{ened} Dreams
I love my kids. A lot. Dare I say "too much" {if that's a thing}. I am amazed by all of their sweet little features. I am in awe of their beautiful personalities. There isn't anything I wouldn't do for them. I want to give them the world. {insert favorite cliches regarding motherhood here}. A few…
Continue reading ➞ Hatchamable-gate
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