Shayne Marissa, Today you turn TWO years old! I am still in disbelief at how quickly time goes. Two years ago, I met you and have fallen more in love with you every day since. I never thought I could love anyone as much as I do you and your brother. Being your mommy has …
With our upcoming, adult only Maui trip just around the corner, we wanted to do something extra special for Kolton and Shayne before we have to say goodbye for four nights. After laying out some options, we decide that a mini trip to Santa Cruz (only 45 minutes away), would be perfect for us. Long …
I grew up here in Cali and last month, we have had more rain than I can remember. Apparently, the last time it rained this much was in 1989! At first, we all were embracing the rain after having a severe drought. Then, it just would not quit. The damns started overflowing, and people were even …
December is the most magical month in my opinion. From Christmas trees and holiday lights, to presents, huge family gatherings and all of those Christmas parties! By the end of the month, I can’t help but feel drained and overindulged. Not to mention stressed beyond belief. My husband and I have began our own personal …
Watching the rain pour down on this January afternoon, has caused me to sit back and reminisce about our wonderful, tropical vacation to Maui, Hawaii. Life has been so hectic since our return so time has gotten away from me. I can’t believe it has been over two months since our plane landed and we …
In the Bay Area, we generally do not experience harsh climates and weather changes. In fact, we rarely even experience rainy days. You could say that we are lucky in some ways, but nothing says family bonding like a cold, rainy day inside. This January, however, we have quite a bit of rainy days to …
Mens Wooden Watches *This post was sponsored by Jord Wood Watches but the opinions expressed are my own* Living only a little over an hour from the breathtaking city of Carmel by the Sea, sometimes makes us take it for granted. This last trip we took made us realize just how lucky we are and …
Every year, my in-laws plan a trip to South Lake Tahoe for the week of the 4th of July. Last year was the only year we were unable to make the trip since Shayne was only a month old and I was having too many reservations about taking her that far from home. This year, we …
Today, September 1st, my husband I are celebrating our third year of marriage! Three years really does not seem like that long, but looking back at everything that has happened in these past three years is what is the most significant. We have been through tough times, and wonderful times. The completion of our family …
My sister and I have always been extremely close. Since we were young, we would talk about remaining close and living near each other forever. We always planned on having children around the same time, and raising them to be close just like us. Unfortunately, life can sometimes get in the way of your childhood plans. …
