Today we had a super exciting play date. It was “super exciting” because I always look so much forward to seeing and chatting with “Miss Juweeanna” (as Alizea calls her) and her red-head beauty, Elyse, and we were long overdue! I got up extra early to make our lunches so I could maximize the time… Continue Reading
(Note: this post’s purpose is mainly to remind myself on those overwhelming days when I feel like I have no control or order that it is possible, and that every day is a new day and a new opportunity to learn. So, just a warning to everyone else, the following will probably bore you to… Continue Reading
So, God’s irony strikes again. In my last journal entry, I was reflecting on the goodness of God and on trusting Him completely and in every aspect of life even when it’s downright scary and inconvenient. Well, it was easy to write as I was feeling pretty good spiritually, you know when you have that… Continue Reading
So hands down, by far the most commonly asked question I have received (from friends and strangers alike) since the day my pregnancy with Alizea was known is “How many kids do you want?” Initially, despite my convictions, my response was centered around my desires, my dreams, my wishes for my ideal family size letting… Continue Reading
By 8:30 this morning, I had -slept 10 hours – made Dean’s lunch -made our bed (which rarely happens) -brushed my teeth, gotten dressed and had my (1st) cup of coffee (all which rarely happen before noon) -put a load of laundry to wash -chatted with Dad upon his arrival By 9:30, I had… Continue Reading
Seems as though Sweets is changing her little schedule (loosely used). Not that I have been paying very close attention to any sort of set routine, but I do seem to recall 3 naps up until the last week. Now with solids in the picture (3 times a day mind you, the girl loves to… Continue Reading
I was reminded late last night after being away from home for the past 4 days of something that I do not enjoy doing. unpacking . Even though I left the house squeaky clean and not a dirty sock left behind and even though the house was in the same condition upon return (much appreciated,… Continue Reading
The honoring and appreciating actually began on Friday when I received flowers hand delivered at home. Dean threw me off because I didn’t think they could or would be from him considering he could hand deliver them himself on Mother’s Day! Initially, I thought it was silly that he went through the effort (& extra… Continue Reading
Today was supposed to be a nice, relaxing ‘catch up’ day – after a quick trip away from home, I was in much need of some time to unload, unpack, wash, quality time with A after 2 days with Mimi, maybe a trio nap, etc. Well, after being up almost all night with an uncomfortable… Continue Reading
Well, I did it. It’s official. I can now technically change my title from Boeing Business Analyst to President & CEO of Soto Enterprises, er SAHM (stay-at-home-mom) Doesn’t the former sound so much more glamorous? Anyway, I digress. Today I placed the call I’ve been dreading ever since Dean and I decided we would do… Continue Reading