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April Fools Day will always bring one huge smile to my face and be a common topic of conversation in our family for many years. Even though we do not participate in the trickery anymore. How come? At 20 weeks pregnant {on march 29, 2008}, I posted this 1st photo of my belly bump [...]
Isabelle, my sobbing after reading this letter you gave me, had made you so worried and confused. On this particular day self-doubt and feelings of Motherhood-failure ran so deep it was suffocating. You saved the day. {copied word for word, from Isabelle, 8 years old} Dear Mom and Dad You guys are [...]
When picking up my daughter from school one day, I noticed that the bulletin board outside the classroom had some new creations. Clever idea actually, a project called, ‘My Favorite Part About Me’. Each child announced their favorite body part and why they liked it best. There were so many adorable answers like, “My Arms: [...]
As a parent, I thought of milestones more often when my kids were younger. Things like learning to walk, eat solid foods or their first laugh; those little stepping stones in growth were highly celebrated. Thing is, growth doesn’t stop, no matter how old your child is. Celebrations are at every turn. Our January [...]
Parenting is so OVERemotional, no-one can argue with that. In February, Fisher-Price will be launching their OVERjoyed Campaign, celebrating the Real Joys of Motherhood. Launching soon, you’ll be able to share a photo with your ‘OVER___’ caption, marking a special moment of your journey. As a Fisher-Price Mom Ambassador, I’ll also be sharing my [...]
My twin girls just started Ballet classes, and they love it! Seeing a group of 4 years olds in little tutus is something that always makes me smile. Over the weekend I also took the girls to see The Nutcracker Ballet, to which the twins thought they were the ones putting on the show. [...]
That’s right folks, I’m Livin’ on the Edge again! Watch out! Honestly, so I can’t even recall the last time this happened. When my van says it’s empty, it means it. There isn’t much of a warning, believe me. Stranded with 3 kids in the car? NOT my idea of a good time, freaks the [...]
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