The Week So Far Even though it's only Wednesday, it has not been my favorite week. Remember when I talked about that black rain cloud following me around? Well, I think it's still there. I just can't seem to shake it for some reason. I usually try to put a spin on things and think of the good stuff when it comes to posting, but today, I'm just going to vent. And wallow. And … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving and the Things I’m Thankful for Today
Thanksgiving Happy Thanksgiving! If I'm being honest, I haven't been all too thankful lately. I've been sick, tired, and generally just burned out. I took on a lot, didn't get enough rest, and just got into a bad space. Even though it was No Yell November, I wasn't too nice. Then, the guilt came. It wasn't pretty. But, I'm slowly digging myself out. It really helped … [Read more...]
Forty is the new Forty: Happy Birthday to Me!
Forty The day has arrived. As of 9 am this morning, I have joined the club. I am forty. Wow. That feels really weird to say. I mean I know I rarely get carded anymore, being in my pajamas on Saturday nights by 10 pm (Ok. 7pm. Who am I kidding?) is perfectly wonderful, and I have three kids, but forty still doesn't seem real. However, as I've gotten older, I'm learning to … [Read more...]
Mom of Three: A Day in the Life
Three Three boys. I'm sure those words can send shivers down your spine. Or prompt my husband's favorite phrase, "You've got your hands full!" I actually never imagined myself as a mother of three. A year or so after having our first, I figured we'd give Mr. B a sibling, and be done. Surprise! Twins! So, mother of three it was. A Typical Day I got to talking … [Read more...]
Daddy Behind the Blog
The Daddy Happy Birthday to the Daddy behind the blog...my husband! For our anniversary this year, I told you 7 facts about us and about him, so for his birthday, I thought I'd let the boys tell you about their daddy. I asked them each the same questions. I was going to try to separate them from each other, but no one was sitting still anyways. Here's what they had to … [Read more...]