We just got back from a very relaxing and peaceful trip visiting Drew's aunt and uncle in the southern Outer Banks. I don't know how I can describe it as relaxing when we have two little boys--but some how it really restored us and brought us back feeling refreshed (rather than feeling like we needed … Continue reading Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina: Trip to the Southern Outer Banks
We had such a fun long Fourth of July weekend. It was the first time in months that we had visitors--and I have to say, I miss having guests! Drew's best friend, Jake and his wife and kids came to visit. Reid and their oldest son are quickly becoming best buds, just like their daddys … Continue reading Fourth of July Weekend Recap: Family Fun with Friends and Fireworks
Let me start this by saying this comes from the heart. As I write this I in no way want to offend anyone or seem to be ungrateful. I just feel the need to speak from my heart and the place that I am currently at. My purpose behind this post is that maybe people … Continue reading Navigating Motherhood and Burn Out During Covid-19
Parenting is a challenging season, and parenting during a pandemic is even more challenging. I have learned more about myself and how I parent in the past 4 months than ever before. I have learned to give myself grace when things don't go exactly as planned. I have embraced the occasional TV time when I … Continue reading Whether or Not to Send Kids to Preschool During Covid-19
We have gone on our fair share of car rides this year and I thought I would share a couple of the things we do to make the car rides less chaotic! Having two energetic toddlers confined to a car for 5+ hours can be daunting, but we have a few tricks that allow us … Continue reading Road Trips with Toddlers (without screen time): Tips and Tricks for an Enjoyable Car Ride
With the coronavirus in full swing and schools being cancelled all around the country (as well as most restaurants and playgrounds), there is more time for creative indoor activities. I love following accounts on Instagram like Busytoddler and DayswithGrey (local mom who presented to MOPS last year) who provide invaluable advice and activities for at … Continue reading Simple and Clean Toddler Indoor Activities
The frantic, fabulous or ferocious fours--which one is it?! A few weeks ago, in tears I was googling and reading every article I could about a child in their FOURS. I originally thought that it was the terrible twos and the three-teens, but never heard anything said about the fours. Well after doing about an … Continue reading Getting a Toddler to Nap or Have Quiet Time
Can you believe it is already 2020? I feel like the lead up to the holidays was super fast and then the actual week between Christmas and NYE flew by...and here we are a week into 2020!Our Christmas 2019 was unlike any of our prior Christmases. Before having kids, we traveled to family to have … Continue reading Reflections on Christmas 2019
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