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The Perfect Date

I went on a date this week. It was a great date. We were outside, the weather was perfect, lunch was excellent, and we even saw a sloth. Yes, I had a surprise zoo lunch date with my handsome 4-year-old. Last week was like a scene straight from Jerry Maguire. All I could picture was that… Continue reading The Perfect Date

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Reptile Birthday Party

My son has been anxiously awaiting his birthday party. Every night before bed he would count the days. This year he requested a reptile themed birthday. I was thankful for this because we had never done a reptile themed birthday party.  Between the three boys we’ve done four dinosaur parties, two camping parties, three pirate… Continue reading Reptile Birthday Party

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Happy Birthday To My First Baby

I can’t take it. I cannot believe he’s eight-years-old!!! Once you hit parenthood you realize how fast time goes by. I wish I could keep them little forever, but obviously I can’t. On a positive note…my now 8 year old still hugs me in public, even in the school yard. Score one for mommy. Happy… Continue reading Happy Birthday To My First Baby