Today was a big day in our house. We sent Sofie off to her first day of preschool! We talked to her about school for many weeks before today and she always answered the same, “I not go to school.” But Tuesday night we went to an open house and met her teacher and saw her classroom and she fell in love. All she talked about was going to school. She begged me to take…
Continue readingThe past week has been crazy around here! I was in super-speed mode trying to get ready for Chloe’s baptism. My MIL and SIL came to stay with us (and are still here visiting!) so I had to get the house in tip-top shape for overnight company. I also had to get all the food ready to take with us. The church we belong to is actually about 2 hours from our house, so we…
Continue readingToday was one of my very favorite days of the year–Dress Like a Cow for a free meal day at Chick-fil-A!! And let me tell you, we dressed for the occasion! We made plans to meet a friend of mine and her girls there and my friend suggested we outfit our girls in cow print pillowcase dresses. She’s the same friend who showed me Sof’s 4th of July dress and suggested the rick rack.…
Continue readingI’ve always loved the 4th of July. Growing up an Army brat, I take great pride in celebrating all things related to the independence of our nation, and honoring those that came before us who fought so hard to allow us to be free. We gathered and ate and enjoyed spending the day together as a family. It’s hard to celebrate yet another holiday without Grandpa, especially one that was so special to him, too.…
Continue readingIt’s always a bittersweet day in the life of a Mom when our children turn another year older. I didn’t get the emotion until I started having kids and now I find myself weepy and nostalgic about how quickly the years are flying by. I had such a weekend as we celebrated Sofie’s third birthday! Normally we throw these huge parties with lots of family that take me days to prepare for and are…
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