Last week, we shared about Jack’s future plans to be a fireman and our very good family friends (Colin’s dad) arranged a special visit to his firehouse! He had a fabulously fun day learning about his future profession and trying on his future uniform. He learned all about how the firetruck works and what the firehouse looks like from the inside… View Post
We work with Shutterfly throughout the season to bring you great ideas and the best ways to put together your photographs to enjoy and gift! All opinions expressed are our own. One of my favorite parts about having a smartphone or tablet is the ability to take photographs of my kids and our life on-the-go, anywhere! A new accomplishment at… View Post
Love is in the air! Valentine’s Day is around the corner and the Social Fabric Community has put together the Ultimate Valentine’s Day Round-Up to help you prepare for the season of love. From tutorials to crafts to delicious recipes, we have something for everyone. We dare you not to fall in love with these ideas! Craft/DIY/Tutorial Friendly Valentine Candy Jar… View Post
For as long as I can remember, Jack has wanted to be a firefighter. He loves the trucks, the hoses, the Dalmatians, the whole nine yards! We pass a house on the way to Charlie’s school and we always look for the two Dalmatians there. He loves the idea of helping people, saving people, and he talks all the time… View Post
Volume 1 || Volume 2 || Volume 3 || Volume 4 || Volume 5 || Volume 6 || Volume 7 || Volume 8 || Volume 9 || Volume 10 || Volume 11 || Volume 12 || Volume 13 || Volume 14 || Volume 15 || Volume 16 || Volume 17 || Volume 18 || Volume 19 CLOSED! Winner is Kathleen Buckley! It’s no secret that I love leggings and I’ve passed along the obsession love to friends and family. I first got started courtesy of Dirty Floor Diaries and I haven’t looked back sense…. View Post
Birth || One || Two || Three || Four || Five || Six Dear Charlie Bear, Seven. Close to double digits. The realization that SEVEN years ago, I anticipated your arrival in blistering cold temperatures. That after countless hours of labor, you finally graced us with your presence just before the day turned over to the 16th. You don’t know how many… View Post
Happy New Year! By now, I’m sure your year is in full swing, your resolutions are rocking, and hope you are having your best year yet! It’s no secret that I’ve battled weight for what seems like forever. The ups and downs of the process are just as exhausting as finding the time and energy to exercise consistently. As the… View Post
We are receiving a family pack of tickets to see Disney on Ice when it comes to Rosemont this month. All opinions expressed are our own. No other compensation has been provided. For the past few months, Charlie has been obsessed with getting back on the ice and we finally brought him back to his love at the ice rink!… View Post
Volume 1 || Volume 2 || Volume 3 || Volume 4 || Volume 5 || Volume 6 || Volume 7 || Volume 8 || Volume 9 || Volume 10 || Volume 11 || Volume 12 || Volume 13 || Volume 14 || Volume 15 || Volume 16 || Volume 17 || Volume 18 Happy New Year, friends! The holiday season came and went and now the New Year is in full swing. Despite the freezing temps, I have still managed to rock my leggings – the brighter, the better! I also picked… View Post
birth (story || pictures) || 1st Birthday || big TWO || Three || 4 Jackie Dean, You. My Baby. You’re five. One whole hand. It seems like only yesterday we were anxiously awaiting your arrival and like most things in your life – you decided when to arrive. I planned and prepped and prayed for January 5th – the selected day for my c-section… View Post
One of my plans for 2016 is to do more reading, particularly books that challenge me in some significant way. It won’t always be about the challenge, sometimes it will be all in fun, but I’m aiming to share them along the way in case you’re looking for something to read this year. I started 2016’s first book actually at… View Post
2015 was a year of change in our family – home, life, work. After some personal goal-setting, this year promises to be a year of FIERCE. The year of taking risks, taking charge, and living life with an intense passion. What’s your word for 2016?