November is Premature Birth Awareness month. I will always be passionate about premature birth awareness. It's also strangely fitting it's this month, since it was a November nine years ago that I found out I was pregnant with my twins. I actually didn't know it was twins at the time, or know what a scary, intense time was about to be our pregnancy journey. Looking back, I … [Read more...]
2020 School Year: Face to Face or Virtual?
The 2020 school year will be different. If we've learned anything from Spring, it's that things can change quickly. Never did I imagine that when we left school in March that we'd be where we are now. It is scary and stressful, mostly because things are still unknown. So, what is the 2020 school year going to look like? I think that answer will be partially based on … [Read more...]
First Kid Cavity During COVID Crisis
Getting a cavity as a kid can be scary. Let's be real. No one enjoys getting a cavity filled. It's uncomfortable, not to mention expensive. When you add in a pandemic that comes with new procedures and health concerns, it can be even more challenging. Not only is there the fear of the unknown for your child, but you may have your own concerns when it comes to their health and … [Read more...]
Advent Calendar Adventures and Disasters
Do you have an Advent calendar? When I was little, we had a fabric Advent calendar. My mom got a fabric one from Avon, and it had a stuffed mouse that you moved each day until Christmas. I still remember trying to beat my brother to it each morning. Moving the mouse was a huge deal. Now, there are all sorts of Advent calendars. Sure, there are still decorative ones where … [Read more...]
Life Updates: Let’s Catch up!
Hello friends! Let's Catch up with some Life Updates! It's been entirely too long since I've written a blog post. It's been a combination of writer's block, lack of motivation, and day-to-day duties. Why is there always a pile of laundry? Why do my kids always need snacks? Who stole all the matching socks? Anyways, I thought I would ease myself back into writing by sharing … [Read more...]