June 3rd
Let me start by saying I would NEVER name my kid after a TV show. I think it's awesome for names to have special meaning behind them, but unfortunately the names that I love for the way they sound...
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Little Miss's Birth Story
Our baby girl was born on June 6, 2011 at 12:37 p.m. She was 21 1/4 inches long and weighed 8 pounds, 15 ounces. My labor with her was nothing like what I expected but it was so special. If you have...
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What do you eat? Lentil Soup
I've been in baby land for a few weeks now and thus have not been blogging. Since my baby has reflux (just like her big brother did) I've been experimenting with cutting out dairy to see if that helps,...
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Blooms, bows, and butterflies
I've spent the last few weeks adjusting to life as a mommy of two. It's been amazing and while I haven't had a lot of time for myself, I have managed to whip up some headbands and accessories for...
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The loner is a liar. No man is an island. Relationships are messy, but necessary. They require you to consider someone else's needs and feelings before your own. I've had friendships where I felt like...
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Decluttering
While I was pregnant with Lorelai, I began adopting the Fly Lady's way of housekeeping. My friend Erin from The Hesitant Domestic had mentioned the cleaning plan in her blog a few times and curiosity...
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What do you eat? Veggie Pita Pizzas
I've shared a few of our staple meals for dinners, so today I thought I'd talk about lunch. It's not all PB & J, my friends! Monkey and I have few favorites that we rotate through: southern caviar...
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"Mommy, it be so dark in here!" This was said when Monkey was supposed to be taking a nap.Monkey was fighting his nap and crying, so I held him for a minute and asked what's wrong several times....
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Vegan Snickerdoodles
So, I'm leaning a lot more towards the vegan route lately. (Don't ask why unless you want links to a bunch of information that will thoroughly gross you out!) I always thought the hardest part for me...
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Fun Lunches
One of my very fond childhood memories is my mom putting together "fun lunches" for my sister and me. Our plate would typically include 4 selections like sandwich squares, cheetos or chips, fruit, and...
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What do you eat? Vegan Lasagna
My sister recently cut out dairy as part of an elimination diet in hopes of determining an allergy or sensitivity in her baby boy. Having gone through the process of eliminating 11 different things...
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The letter A & Goodnight Moon
A couple of months ago I got the "Before FIAR" preschool curriculum for 2-4 year olds. I've heard really great things about it from homeschooling mommas. It's based on classic children's books and it's...
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What do you eat? Mexican Black Bean Pie
For those of you who are not on Pinterest yet... You're missing out! I've really been inspired to mix things up and try new recipes. I tend to get into a bit of a rut with our staple meals because...
View ArticleSlacker's Remorse
I have so many blog posts that have been dreamed up in my head lately. I have taken pictures to accompany them and imagined how they would be presented, but I have not put fingers to touchscreen...
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The Love Resolution
Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices...
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What do you eat? Tangy Smashed Chickpea Salad
For lunches during the week I try to create well rounded meals that require as little prep as possible. It's so easy to fall into the rut of PB&J or grilled cheese, but when we have cereal, bagels,...
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Personalized Cookie Party Favors
Hello again blog world! I've decided for a couple of reasons not to apologize for my lack of consistent posting any more. 1. I'm not vain enough to think that anyone is waiting on pins and needles to...
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What do you eat? Bangin' Tacos!
If you live within a 50 mile radius of a Bonefish Grill, I'm sure you've heard of their ever so popular "bang bang shrimp." Obviously, being that I'm a vegetarian, I've never tried it, but everyone I...
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PB Granola Banana Pops
Sometimes when I look at Pinterest I'm slightly overwhelmed by how many things I like, especially in the food department. I feel like I need to limit how much I pin. I mean, there are a zillion...
View ArticleTherefore I Boast in My Weakness
Let me preface this by saying it is specifically intended for Christians. If you don't claim that title, feel free to skip right over this little blog entry..."But he said to me, "My grace is...
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