There are lots of things I like about holidays with my kids. Seeing their excitement and joy definitely makes anything better. However, I also find holidays with kids to be stressful. The 4th of July is no exception. Before children, we would go to a parade, walk around the city festival, maybe come home for a nap, then hit the fireworks. It sounds like we could do all … [Read more...]
First Born Fridays
I've been still thinking a lot about my first baby. I post a lot about my twins and their birth because it was very emotional and traumatic for me, and I want to help other people by sharing our stories. However, I don't want my oldest to feel as though I don't think/post about him too. His pregnancy and birth also sticks in my mind for very different reasons. It was … [Read more...]
Recovering from trauma, but still experiencing triggers
If you've ever experienced a traumatic event, which I sincerely hope you haven't, it really sticks with you. At least, it has really stayed with me. Many of my blog posts come from that event, which was my twin pregnancy and everything that followed. Because it's always right there in the back of my mind, things I see, things I hear, and even things I smell, bring me … [Read more...]
Goals for July
Since it is the 1st day of the month, I thought it would be a perfect day to tell you guys my goals for July. I'm hoping it will keep me more accountable by sharing them, and then giving a recap at the end of the month. I have split them up into categories, and then have included how I'm hoping to accomplish them. Blogging Goals Last month I increased my following from … [Read more...]
Review of A Day Out with Thomas
I still have to share the rest of our Road trip with you! I can't believe it's been over a week since we got back. So, let me tell you about our hotel stay in Green Bay, WI, and of course, a review of "A Day Out with Thomas." After our fun at Bay Beach, we headed back to the hotel. I got a great deal on Priceline at the Ramada Inn. For $55, we got a nice, clean … [Read more...]
