‘Twas a Big Night

The other night was a night to write in the books. We had a babysitter put BOTH boys to bed while we went out on a fabulous (much needed, much deserved) date! Of course I was nervous, but I was also happy that we had such a wonderful babysitter. She watches Brayden...

Summer Fun

It’s been a busy week, and the week’s not over yet, but at least it has been packed with FUN! Maybe I’m making up for being gone last week, or maybe it’s the gorgeous weather we’re having – whatever the reason, I don’t think I need to explain just having pure fun and...

Happy Being Me

The other day I found a chance to relax (I know, right?) and watch one of my Tivo-ed episodes of The Oprah Winfrey Show. Her guest was Bob Greene, talking about his new book and lifestyle program 20 Years Younger. Bob says his program is “a practical, science-based...

Hands Are For Holding

I am a lucky Mom to have two happy, loving, wonderful little boys. Even luckier is that I am able to stay home. What comes with staying home is that I am the one who inevitably gets to wipe the poopy bottom (hey let’s just jump right in!). And, inevitably, my call to...

The Plague of Perfectionism

I’ve come to the conclusion that I am definitely a perfectionist. Actually, this is something I’ve known for quite some time, but today I’ve decided to own it! I have so many stories I want to share and so many parenting topics I want to write about,...

Enjoying Every Moment

Today is my younger son, Brayden’s, 9 month birthday. My older son, Zackery, is 3-1/2 years old. They love each other so much. It is awesome to see them interact, especially when Zackery makes Brayden laugh. It makes my heart all warm and tingly and I just...