Category Archives: husbands

I’ve Got the Power

By the time you read this I just might be a millionaire. I mean a gazillionaire! Yep. You guessed it. I fell into the Powerball craze.         The jackpot is currently at $500 million and it’s going … Continue reading

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Goggles

Tonight I officially became my parents. Yes, I’ve seen bits and pieces of them come out before but tonight was the turning point. I have become my parents. They went to countless swim practices, swim meets, and bought us endless … Continue reading

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Potty Training – Done!

We are done potty training! And by we I mean WE. It was certainly a team effort made only possibly by Caroline finally deciding to GO in the potty all the time. Plus a little trip I took. And when … Continue reading

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Lots of Shoe Storage

Here’s my latest find at the Habitat store. Bought it for $30. (And yes, those are Caroline’s Wonder Woman red boots below) When I opened up the trunk of my car my husband was a little less than thrilled. Maybe … Continue reading

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Kids Work Spaces

I’ve been looking at tons of desks for kids on pinterest and have found some beautiful work spaces. My helpful crafting hint for the day is that you simply do a google search for “pinterest + kids desks” and you … Continue reading

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A Stroke of Luck

Whew. Did you hear that? That sound was my whole body exhaling. Truth be told I’ve been holding my breath for the last five years. We’ve reached a milestone around here and it’s reason for us to celebrate. My husband … Continue reading

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1:15 Appointment

My husband is so funny. I called him the other day and asked if he could meet me to watch our three kids for my 1:30 dentist appointment. He said, “Sure, I’ll see you there at 1:15.” Ha! Buddy, if … Continue reading

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Sleeping in a Fort

Summer time around here means lots of fort building. The last one they built with their Dad. He added some great modifications which kept the tent up through a few wrestling episodes. They have loved it! For the past 3 … Continue reading

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Superheros

I have blogged before about my love of Katie Moon’s art and today is the same but with a fun twist. While Katie offers free downloads each week on her blog, she also has a business illustrating families. Back in … Continue reading

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Intellectual Balancing Act

Parenting can be a delicate balancing act. Whether you are guiding your children in friendships, school, or at home, parents are always looking for this balance. This past holiday weekend, my husband and I decided to take our family on … Continue reading

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