The five stages of grief are:   1-Denial-“this can’t be happening to me”, Not accepting or even acknowledging the loss. 2-Anger-“why me?”, feelings of wanting to fight back or get even 3-Bargaining-Attempting to make deals  Begging, wishing, praying 4-Depression-overwhelming feelings …

Back in August, I got super sick of looking at my mis-matched nursery furniture.  Remember that?  (You can read all about it here).  I tackled the rocking chair and the changing table in a week, painting them both a creamy white. …

….and loving every minute

Yesterday was Chris’s birthday.  He is now 27.  Which is a really big deal because 27 is one of my favorite numbers (I also love 19) and Chris is HANDS DOWN my favorite guy.  I can already tell this is …

Today when we checked the mail, Greta had a package!  She was so excited. As soon as we got inside, Chris helped her open it.  There was a whole bunch of new clothes from Grandma and Grandpa Marcum.  Of course …

Greta has changed so much this week.  She will use anything to stand up.  A wall, a box, our bed, the dishwasher, her crib.  She just wants to stand at all times.  My favorite is when she crawls over to …

…I want one in my size.

I have been looking for a part-time job.  I just want something that will give me enough income that I can go out and buy a couple gallons of paint, or a shelf, or decor at IKEA without touching out …

Those bottom two teeth that you can barely see, have been a looonnngg time coming.  Long nights with no sleep.  Long days with minimal to no naps.  Long hours of chewing on frozen bananas, and peaches and apple juice ice …