This post is brought to you by Panda Express, however as always, all opinions are my own. With a 3 year old, eating out needs to incorporate a few things for us – quickness, healthy options, and a bit of noise to keep it kid friendly. While we don’t always eat out, having a good option that isn’t ...
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All the Things They DON’T Tell You About Being Pregnant
As we approach the tiny diva’s third birthday, I’m sitting over here reminiscing about every moment since we found out we were expecting.  It has been such a crazy, amazing, beautiful experience becoming a mother, but it has also come with so many unknowns. And while that certainly includes every ...
The Lies I Believed That Kept Me From Friendship As a Mom
While I love nothing more than queso with my best gals, and coffee dates for hours on end, I know that I also need time by myself to reload. I’ve long been an introvert, and alone time is something I certainly crave. Give me a strong cup of coffee, sunshine, and a good book and I’m set!And while I ...
Mamas, Embrace the Mess
Dear Mamas, Embrace the mess. Embrace the chaos. And live in the moment. For as long as I can remember, I've been multitasking all the things at one time, and rarely took a moment to just sit and be. So naturally, when little miss came along, the multitasking continued. The constant need to ...
Football Themed Gender Reveal Party
Football season is in full swing! And what better way to celebrate this season than with a football themed gender reveal? When my brother and his wife were expecting their latest addition, they did just this! My brother grew up playing and watching football basically his entire life and played at ...
…But Instead, I Held You
My dearest mini me, Last week I was out of town for a conference, and while I knew I would miss you, I had no idea just how much until I got home. With technology these days, I know I could still hear your sweet voice, and see your precious face every day despite the distance, somewhat easing my ...