I'm starting Flashback Fridays! They may not be every Friday, but it's a chance for me to remember something, and maybe even dig out a photo or two. To give credit where it's due, it was Chases's idea. So here comes a little memory! Many of you may remember when Chase and I announced our … [Read more...]
Archives for 2012
Review: Graco Blossom 4-in-1 Seating System High Chair
Disclaimer: This was an independent, unsponsored review. Contains affiliate links. The Graco Blossom is truly the "Transformer" of the high chair family. It can accommodate 2 children (of different ages) which is perfect for a new family, or a growing family. It is … [Read more...]
Red goes to a Birthday party!
Red was invited to his first birthday party a few weeks ago, and the day had finally arrived. The little girl, turning 3, hosted an "Alice in Wonderland Tea Party" themed soiree, and it was delightful! We were told to wear our most eccentric hats, or it was off with our heads!Her mom, Carly … [Read more...]
Monkey See…. Monkey Do
As we all know, little babies and toddlers will watch you do something, and then THEY will do it - nearly right away. Babies babble and copy sounds from family members and caregivers to eventually understand the link between vocal sounds and facial shapes. This leads to language. … [Read more...]
A Mama-Drawn Stroller
Hubs has taken it upon himself, this new year, to improve his health and start working out. I can tell you, I usually get on a 2 weeks kick, and then give up. It's not that I want to die a bon-bon eating, lounging, death (actually, that sounds lovely!), it's just that I'm allergic to exercise. … [Read more...]
Baby Jail
I had to institute Baby Jail today. With Red crawling EVERYWHERE , and in seconds, taking out the trash or cleaning the dog's bowls can become a treacherous task. Too many nooks and crannies in our home haven't been babyproofed, and he lurves to touch everything. There is also the routine fear … [Read more...]
Babyproofing. Not Done.
Since Red has started crawling, that means there's a WHOLE LOT more than he can get to, and get into. Cords, plugs, bags, shelves, remotes; you name it. Hubs and I really haven't babyproofed at all. We "had more time", and we'd "get around to it". Well, chief, the time is now. Red, as you may … [Read more...]
Red’s New Wheels
Impact-Site-Verification: 1619961090 The time came for my little VW Passat to move on. I originally got the car from my brother when we nobly went into the Coast Guard and moved to his new post in Anchorage, AK. The car wouldn't survive the trip allllll the way to AK, so he gave it to me, I … [Read more...]
