Mother’s Day Magic
Two years ago, I had arguably the worst Mother’s Day ever. My husband was away, I was sick, and the kids completely forgot the day …
The Evolution of Phrases As A Parent
Have you ever considered the differences in a simple phrase, and the variations of meanings at different ages in your child’s life? Let’s take, for …
Out of the Mouth of Babes Part 17, The LMFAO Edition
“Mommy, what do you think of my dress?” She calls to me, spinning in a circle, fluffing her hair just-so. “I love it, baby!” It …
Homemade Bacon Egg and Cheese Biscuit Sandwiches
Hellooooo, hot stuff. I love making breakfast easier for my (big) family. I’d love to buy out of convenience, and get some of those boxed …
When An Ear Infection is Meningitis. Or Not. Part 2
(Continued from Part 1) “I bet this is the first ambulance ride you’ve ever had for a patient who only has an ear infection, huh?” …
When An Ear Infection is Meningitis. Or Not. Part 1
“Ma’am, if it’s all the same to you, we’ve been here over an hour waiting for this ambulance. This is getting ridiculous. We don’t even …
The PPD Anvil
I burped the baby on my left shoulder as I sat on the couch, shh-shh-shh-ing her in her ear as I timed the taps to …
Constant Interruptions and Taking Back the Quiet
“Mommy? What does a butterfly’s legs look like?” My sweet-faced, girly-voiced five-year-old asked me, while coloring the big box I gave her so she could …
Weight and Fitness Truths
My front porch is my very favorite place to be lately. We planted wonderful smelling flowers, and the second the door is opened, the scent …
Decorating a San Antonio Fiesta Shoebox Parade Float
This is our first year in San Antonio and our first year experiencing Fiesta, which began yesterday. I am excited to experience this celebration over …
Chronicling the Good, the Bad, and the “Hegg Aches”
“Baby Dude’s asleep,” my eleven-year-old told me. “He’s WHAT? Did he even eat any of his dinner?” “Some..” she said. He had just gotten down …
Your Daily Dose of Double Chin
As her eyes match mine more regularly, widening, while her face fills out, The rolls of baby fat begin to accumulate on her arms and …