I have always loved the idea of a great home manicure. However, I’m a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to my nails. Every inch has to be painted and heaven forbid I ever get it off my nail and onto my finger. And then there’s the smudging. A good smudge messes up the whole dang thing. Essie polish… Read More
Drew Month One
(photo via the sister) – You smile all the time. I love your smile – You nurse like a champ! Every two hours, which sometimes wears this momma out (especially during the night), but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. – You gained a whole pound and a handful of ounces at your two week check up. – You don’t… Read More
The Not so Happy Happy Birthday Post
So, this was going to be the post about the amazing date night that I had with my husband for my birthday. Included was going to be lovely pictures of the food we ate and my two amazingly handsome dates (Andy and Drew… since he couldn’t stay with Ya-ya). However, that’s not how the night went. First off, Andy and… Read More
Adventures in Cloth Diapers: Why do I do it?
It is a question universally acknowledged — why in the world do I cloth diaper?! There’s the issue of the extra laundry, the “inconvenience” of out on the town, and the poo. Oh the poo. (Can you tell that I know really want to read Pride and Prejudice… again). Most people would think it’s an issue with money. In fact,… Read More
Living With Two
(Sorry this post is posting so late in the day. My bestest friend had her baby today (who also happens to be Drew’s best friend) so I’ve been busy seeing her. When we got home life happened. Tomorrow’s post will be a little late as well 🙂 This is what happens when I don’t get my posts scheduled over the… Read More
Baby Number 2: What in the World To Register for!
Gone are the days of only a baby shower for your first baby. My church was kind enough to throw me a shower for my second and earlier this year they threw a shower of a mom due with her fourth! This brings up the question — what does one register for for the second (or third or fourth) kid… Read More
Our School Plan
Most people think I’m insanely crazy for wanting to start school with E this year. I’m a nerd. I love school. I love learning. So how could I not start “school”? I’m using the term “school” loosely here. We are not going to be going through books or have a hard schedule. We’ll most likely be doing school once maybe… Read More


