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Sometimes I Yell

I don’t know how. And I don’t know exactly why. But my kids are able to do  something to me that no other being is able to do. I find myself so fired up by those two little people sometimes that I can’t control myself. And I yell. I yell like a toddler tantrum-throwing banshee. […]

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Bumpdate: Week 26- and a great opportunity!

How Far Along: 26 Weeks! I totally thought I was nearing the end until I counted backwards and realized I still have 14 weeks to go. That is a lot, people! Symptoms: My loungewear/workout clothes are getting a little…. short. In the belly region.  Embarrassing Moment: I can officially say this week was free of these moments! Hoorah! […]

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Six Years

Six years with this man. A man who would do just about anything for me, including a silly and fun first dance. Six years and we have come so far. From moving states, to going back to school,  to babies galore, to new houses, to new careers. And so much in-between. I SCORED with the […]

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On Why Kids Watching TV is Okay

Since I’ve become a parent I have been aware of all of the statistics and articles that say why TV is so bad for kids. And I get it. Really, I do. I followed these guidelines with Gwyneth, our first born, as suggested by the professionals. No TV until two-years-old and then after that only […]

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Bumpdate: Week 24- 6 Months!? What?

Update: We had our follow-up ultrasound and I am beyond grateful to say that everything came back 100% normal! We have one HEALTHY baby! Thank you so much for your prayers, positive thoughts and support. It is all so very much appreciated! And we are so thankful! How Far Along: 24 Weeks! It sounds so strange to […]

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Bumpdate: Week 18

How Far Along: 18 Weeks! Symptoms: I am feeling SO much better! No more nausea! Hallelujah! I am still getting tired in the afternoons… but that could also be due to staying up late watching The Bachelorette… My skin has cleared up… and so have all those other wonderful first-trimester symptoms. 🙂 Now I just have to […]

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The Perfect Weekend

There are some posts every now and then that I compose because I want to remember. I want to remember every little detail of every moment and this blog is a way for me to look back over the years and do just that, so bare with my while I flood this post with pictures and […]

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Bumpdate: The First 12 Weeks- Where’s the Glow!?

How Far Along: 12 Weeks! (Well, closer to 13 now…:) ) When we Found Out: Between 3-4 weeks. Symptoms: Tender breasts was the first symptom. Followed by nausea that never went away. Crackers helped in the morning as soon as I woke up. Constantly eating also helped. Finally I tried Sea Bands recommended by the pharmacist and […]

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The Day We Found Out

It was a Wednesday morning, like any other. The kids and I got up, we ate breakfast, got ready for school and completed our morning routine. Actually ready a little early, I decided to squeeze in a jog before driving Gwyn to school. As I began my jaunt up the hill, I noticed my breasts […]

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