I was a total sticker hoarder when I was younger. Judging by the piles of sticker books I saved from my childhood, and the stacks of "smelly," "fuzzy," or "oily" stickers that are still in mint condition in my closet, I took this collection very seriously. I would beg, steal, or in most ... [Read More]
A Tale of Two Cribs
So my kids have been climbing out of their cribs for months now, but I am finally accepting the reality that it may be time for twin beds. First, we broke the base of their cribs and put their mattresses on the floor. That kept them caged in for only a few weeks before they developed enough core ... [Read More]
On-the-Go Gifts
My son Brody is obsessed with cars, trucks, trains, helicopters and really anything that goes. Because of this fascination, we have built up quite the collection of Matchbox cars and other similarly small figurines. Tracks extend out of the playroom and into our bedroom. Loops and tunnels line the ... [Read More]
A Case of the Mondays
I need to vent for a moment. I have a sinus infection; my daughter, Bryce, has a runny nose; my nanny who is VERY helpful, is out with a bad back for the week; my parents are in Europe on vacation; and my husband is in Chicago on business - leaving me with not much help and two two-year-olds. Pause ... [Read More]
