I have been struck by all of this in a “WHAT CAN I DO” way? I wanted to share some ways that we are trying to help — and other ways you and your children can help during a time when we really all just need each other. I want my girls to know that…
Quarantine!!
A few recommendations that we are using 🙂 Alex Toys (great for ages 2-8) they have various craft activities that will last hours and the price point is perfect as well (most are under $15!!). Alex also makes Loomies which is a yarn activity great for ages 6-8. KIWI crates – my kids have been…
Welcome to Beantown
Oh Emma. How do I explain the fiery blaze that is Emma? other than just that. she will rip through your core and head straight for your heart. she will make you want to squeeze her into the longest hug of your life while simultaneously tensing up in case she bites you. she is sweet…
Emma & the terrible TWOS!
You’re 22 pounds of full speed ahead. You’re favorite food is yolo (yogurt) and you’ll do just about anything for a lolli. You’re into dinosaurs and baby dolls which makes me laugh. You aren’t afraid of anything. You love the baby shark song almost as much as you love Bad Blood. Your musical repertoire is…
A few important rules to teach your daughters
• Travel light through life. Keep only what you need. • It’s okay to cry when you’re hurt. It’s also okay to smash (some) things; but, wash your face, clean your mess, and get up off the floor when you’re done. You don’t belong down there. • If you’re going to curse, be clever. If…
WEEK IN REVIEW
Mother’s Day gift ideas https://bit.ly/2HDKg3G NBA Playoffs Go pre-order your copy of Meg Fee’s book amzn.to/2qGY044 — I literally can’t wait to get my hands on it! Feel good super fan story OKC + Nanae Yamano https://on.wsj.com/2K0bY94 The FOCUS https://bit.ly/2qNtFzT Sign up to join us for the NYPD Memorial Run on May 20th http://www.nypdmemorialrun.com/ This…
This one goes out to my girl Emma
There are some sounds that can turn a split second into a memory. They are the rare moments when something imprints on your soul and body and mind. The moments you won’t forget. The ones that stand out in your lifetime collection. Because each day is filled with moments – but memories, those sweet pieces…
the reason we are late
is because Madison had to change pants 16 times. And if you’re thinking to yourself “you’re the mom! just make her wear the pants you want” then you’ve never gone to battle with a determined dragon at 7am who didn’t sleep enough because she needed water and then to pee then a story then to…
my bucket (list) is filled with toys
The problem with a bucket list after you have children, is the fact that you have children. Choosing between planning a trip for Brian and I, versus taking the girls somewhere like Disneyland is a difficult one. We can’t afford the luxury of taking a lot of big vacations so when we plan something, a…
“Let light shine out of darkness”
I remember thinking around this time last year what an awful day I’m bringing this little girl into the world on! I even asked the nurses if we could hold off another 24 hours. And I called Brian to tell him that she was ready to make her appearance and we both said, almost in…
that hair though
I’m not sure how the time got away from me. The phrase “the days are long but the years are short” couldn’t be truer. How is my baby almost a year old? How is my other baby almost 5? I know all mother’s say this and we are all in awe of just how fast…
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