December 2016 No. I am in no way ready for it to be December 2016. It seems like we were just setting up our Christmas trees (yes, I said trees!) for Christmas 2015. Where has the last year went? They just keep going by faster and faster. But, there's no way to stop, or even slow down time. So, it's on to setting some goals for December 2016. First, here's a look back … [Read more...]
Micro Preemie Monday and Nasir
Micro Preemie Thank you for joining me for another Micro Preemie Monday. Last week, we met a premature baby that was born at a little later gestation, and weighing more than the babies we usually meet. Even with these factors, Ana still had to fight for her life. You can read the full story HERE. I think it showed that no matter how long or short your NICU stay is, it still … [Read more...]
Less Stress for any Holiday
More Fun, Less Stress I have tried to make that my motto lately, although it doesn't always work. I've actually been working on my stress level for a while, as you can see from this POST. As long as I am trying, that's what counts, right? So, I've put together some tips that I am using to make the holiday a little less stressful for everyone involved. Including me. Especially … [Read more...]
Dining out with Kids: How to still enjoy a restaurant
Dining Out Do you enjoy dining out with your kids? While it may not be my first choice of activities, eating out in a restaurant with the kids happens every once in a while. It gets better as they get older, but there are still challenges. You can never predict how your kids will behave. Since we don't do it that often, the kids love to go out to restaurants. Especially Mr. … [Read more...]
September Goals, Mid Month Check-up
Can you believe we've reached the middle of September already. Yeah, me neither. It's already getting dark so much earlier, and there's even a chill in the air. Fall is definitely here. Although in Wisconsin, next week just might be 90 degrees. Now, moving on to my September goals. Let's see how we're doing so far this month. … [Read more...]