Easy Tips for Taking Awesome Holiday Photos 2014

After last weekend’s minor set back, we decided to give holiday photos another shot. This time we got an early start. Young O has been a bit cranky lately, so being strategic in how we planned for the day was essential. Rather than have the kids nap before our shoot, we decided to get them camera…

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Memorial Day Photos 2014

Memorial Day Barbeque

This Memorial Day was about keeping it simple this year. Thankfully my hubby and I both had the day off, which made the holiday even more fun. We decided to skip the crowded beach and opt for a quiet family barbecue at home.

Happy Mother’s Day 2014!

The plan was to sleep in on Mother’s Day. But, for some reason my eyes popped open at 9am. I didn’t get breakfast in bed. But, that’s ok because I was still stuffed from the big dinner we had the night before. After a quick call to wish my Mom a Happy Mother’s Day, I…

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I Admit to Being a Little Greedy on Mother’s Day

Do we really ever get what we want on Mother’s Day? I’m not saying it ever sucked. But, I’m not exactly jumping over the moon either. Put it this way, my previous Mother’s Day have been ok. My hubby chips in way more than he normally does, you’d think I’d be satisfied. After all, there are a…

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Mother’s Day: One of the Hardest Things About Parenthood

mom and kids

Being a mom is the most important role I’ll ever have. But I also love having a career too, which sometimes leaves me feeling torn.  Just when I thought I was getting this balancing career and motherhood thing down pat, life decides to throw me a curve ball. One of the hardest things about parenthood is…

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Juggling Being a Mom of Two

I knew that being a mom of two would have it’s challenges. Don’t get me wrong, things are working out just fine. But, it’s been a juggling act trying to balance my time between two kids. Even though I am on maternity leave, I still have lots of exams to prepare for. So, I’m still…

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How to Deal With Diaper Explosions

We’ve been home with Baby O less than a week now and it keeps getting more and more interesting. This little guy likes to keep Mommy and Daddy on their toes, especially when it comes to diaper changes. It’s no secret that changing babies can be unpredictable. I was a babysitter before becoming a mom….

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Summer Fun Gardening

I’ve had to keep our Family Summer Fun Series close to home for obvious reasons. I’m due any day now, and still want to enjoy the wonderful outdoor as a family. Having fun is always the goal, but it’s also important for Princess to learn. Recently, she and some classmates planted a seed in this…

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