• Nursery Tour

    / October 4, 2012 / 5 Comments

    Chris and I have been spending some time (and money!) on fixing up our house. When we moved in, we finished anything that was necessary. New carpet, a neutral wall pain throughout the…

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  • Ex-Extracurriculars

    / October 2, 2012 / 21 Comments

    Parenting Lesson #5,426:  Just because your kids are the right age to participate in extracurriculars doesn’t mean they are ready to participate. ******* This was a big year for our family.  Bean turned…

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  • Grace Under Fire

    / September 16, 2012 / 17 Comments

    There are few things in this world that I love more than a fiery woman. Give me a big attitude, an independent mind and a free spirit, and I’ll be your friend for…

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  • The Last (Post About) Supper

    / August 1, 2012 / 6 Comments

    I have really loved hearing all this feedback about feeding toddlers and preschoolers.  I have gotten so many new ideas for things to incorporate into my own family meals, and I hope you…

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  • The Case of The Shrieker

    / July 17, 2012 / 52 Comments

    Alright, imaginary friends. I need some help raising my children again. Here is the case: ********** THE ACCUSED: Gracie “The Shrieker” Brown AGE: Almost 16 months CRIME: The Shrieker is hereby accused of…

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  • Stage Four Clinger

    / June 26, 2012 / 26 Comments

    I should start this off by saying that I am not an especially touchy-feely person. I’m not a hugger. I’m not a cuddler. I like my own personal space. So does Chris. So…

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  • The Worst Party Guests Ever

    / June 26, 2012 / 23 Comments

    I’m about to tell you a story that has scarred me to my core. TO MY CORE, PEOPLE! It happened a couple weeks ago at Ginny and John Michael’s baby shower in Pensacola.…

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