parenthood
Toddler Transitions
Last year it seemed like every time we thought we had things down, a new transition would occur and we’d have to figure it all out again. Swaddling to sleep sacks, cosleeping to cribs, pacifiers to only when in bed, breastfeeding to bottles to sippy cups, it seemed endless. So this year has [...]
Always Going Forward
The other day I had a funny memory from the first few months of motherhood and nursing twins. Yes, it was just last year although it seems like a lifetime ago. While in the hospital after the boys were born, I asked for the lactation consultant to come by and make sure that we were [...]
Setteling back in
Unfortunately I have no photos from our vacation last week because we misplaced our camera’s battery charger during the recent move. Hopefully this weekend Brad and I can either tear apart the office and find it or go to Best Buy and purchase a replacement. Either way, I need to be able to [...]
Future Callings?
I know that it’s probably meaningless but wouldn’t it be neat if when the boys are older we could say, “We always knew Logan was an artist because he started learning his colors at 18 months old, while Forest we knew was going to be a communicator because he started learning his letters at 19 [...]
Sometimes you just have to do it
Traveling on an airplane by myself with the twins for the second time this year. Man have we become quit the airplane travelers! Three trips last year and this is the second one this year, with possibly one more to come in November. Only this time the boys can say “airplane” (in [...]
Prayer and this blog
Prayer is a huge part of who I am and what I believe in. I do not claim that there is any right or wrong way to pray or that you have to be religious or have a prayer formula. I believe sending good thoughts or positive energy is the same because it [...]
Recycling Toys
Toys are an important part of childhood. But they are also a huge drain on the pocketbook and leave a huge impact on the landfills not only with the tossed toys but also the amount of packaging they use. I’m having such a strong feeling that this is something our family needs to [...]
Double Stroller Giveaway!
In need of a double stroller? Be sure to check out Matthew of childsplayx2’s double stroller giveaway!
Weekend “Hikes”
We have started a new tradition in our family that I’m really excited about.
Living in Austin, Texas we are surrounded by amazing trails, creeks, rivers, wildlife, and trees. There are so many roads that you can drive down and suddenly forget that you are in a big city. And most of [...]
Continued Confessions
I try really hard not to be judgmental. When I see someone doing something that is “un” something in the world according to Dawn, I work through it to come out on the other side. One of my recent judgments shot to hell by having kids of my own is related to [...]
