The holiday season is always extremely busy - not just for Moms who play Santa, but also in the blogworld. I feel like I haven't had a chance to breathe between drafts due and photos to take, but that's ok. I'm happy to bring you amazing content, blessed to be busy, and thrilled its December. I promised myself each day to take a little bit of time to do something for me and something for my family. Soaking in the Christmas cheer around our home is a top priority...and stopping to smell the fresh ...
The First of December
December is here! My favorite month - as it holds the special day I gave birth to Annabelle, the day I found out I was pregnant with Ailey, and the best time of year - CHRISTMAS! The last two weeks of November were a crazy blur - traveling to Ohio for a week for Thanksgiving, decorating our house for the season, and catching up on life around Connecticut. Today we settle into December wth a full agenda - dance class, "The Nutcracker" with the Moscow Ballet, a fancy girls' dinner, and a family ...
Gift Guide // Gifts for Her
Creating my Christmas wish list has always been one of my favorite things to do ... as a child. Now that I'm a Mom, I'm too busy shopping for everyone else to think about myself. If you're feeling overwhelmed with no mental space left to think of what you wish for, pass on my Holiday Gift Guide - Gifts for Her to those that matter. ...
Gift Guide // Gifts for Kids Ages 2-5
Christmas shopping for kids ages 2-5 can be difficult if they're anything like my daughters. Annabelle and Ailey seem to have everything they need to have fun in their playroom already. However, each year there are new toys that end up under the Christmas tree. We love toys that encourage imaginative play, art supplies, and anything related to princesses and fairies. However, I've put together a Holiday Gift Guide for Kids Ages 2-5 with a variety of items any child may enjoy! ...
Gift Guide // Gifts for Him
Today I'm sharing a gift guide for the guy in your life - from electronics to clothing to housewares, these are great gifts for him this holiday season! ...
My Unfortunate Relationship with Lung Cancer
Thank you AstraZeneca for sponsoring this post. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Now more than ever, there is reason for hope. Please visit LIVE W.E.L.L. and LVNG With Lung Cancer for more information. The day my Mom came to tell me and my little sister our Grandma Mary died is emblazoned in my memory forever. I was only 7 years old, but she was one of the most important people in my life. The day she passed was filled with darkness and sadness. Her cause of death? Lung ...