Author Archives: Tricia

The Hunger Games – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

The Hunger Games – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

Image Source During my blogging break I actually read a couple of books.  I took The Hunger Games with me to Arizona.  It deserved the hype.  I felt it was an awesome read.  Particularly since I’d read a bit and then go hiking.  Andy would be all, “Isn’t this cool and remote and peaceful?” and I’d

Friday 7 Quick Takes

Friday 7 Quick Takes

Don’t forget #6…it’s worth it.  Unless you have only one kid.  Then I probably offended you.  I’m back. I’m tired.  Shouldn’t a break from blogging, a vacation to Sedona, etc. have made me rested, refreshed, rejuvenated?  Huh?  Ha!  My Charlotte has been in panties for an entire WEEK.  YAY!  And only 2 accidents at home

Random Updates before Arizona

Random Updates before Arizona

Just a few random thoughts before I check out for our trip to Sedona…  First, I really hope Charlotte is potty-trained when we return.  But, what are the chances?  Yes, you should not compare your children and timelines, etc.  But, come on already!  Her latest development is hiding when she poops.  And below is where she

Checking In – Crafts, Messes, and Dresses

Checking In – Crafts, Messes, and Dresses

We’ve had a pretty busy week.  I’ve definitely missed posting every day and have actually had some good topics to post about…so I’m taking notes.  But it’s been nice to dedicate some time to other things.  Such as sleep this order for a hair bow holder and a Green Bay korker bow and a Detroit

Top 10 Reasons for a Blogging Break

Top 10 Reasons for a Blogging Break

It may be time for a blogging break.   So much is going on right now and I need to give myself permission to not worry about blogging…every day.  It’s not like I do this for money!  Whenever I skip a day blogging I feel a bit of angst.  Anyone else experience that?  Like all of you

The Third Kid Never Gets Treated the Same as the First

The Third Kid Never Gets Treated the Same as the First

So I know y’all are expecting a great post about my baby boy turning ONE today.  Um, not ready for that yet.  But here’s a sneak peek photo of him absolutely LOVING the cake we had tonight.  Things are just so different for us with baby #3 turning one.  So low-key.  I even had to

3 lbs of Egocentricity aka Dear Restoration Hardware

3 lbs of Egocentricity aka Dear Restoration Hardware

Dear Restoration Hardware, When I opened my mailbox today, I was shocked.  What monstrosity did I find inside?  Your catalog.  Oh wait, even you aren’t calling it just that.  It’s a “source book/magalog/catalog”.  Even you aren’t sure what exactly to call it at 516 pages.  Yep, FIVE HUNDRED sixteen pages. I thought Penney’s ended that era? 

Whatcha Might Not Know…Oh Deer!

Whatcha Might Not Know…Oh Deer!

Having lived on a farm for a good part of my life, I was always unsure how I would really like living in the suburbs.  Well, so far, so good.  We live in an older neighborhood with big trees, woods in our backyard, and even occasionally see some awesome wildlife.  It’s so much fun to

Top 10 Reasons the Pirate Ship Needs Published

Top 10 Reasons the Pirate Ship Needs Published

We know someone that recently built a Pirate Ship in their backyard. We attended the Ship’s Christening on Saturday afternoon. Here is why I think it needs to be published in a magazine (Parents, Family Fun, etc.): 1. What better lesson on math, reading, art, etc. than building your own Pirate Ship.  This family did

My Own Sunday Funny

My Own Sunday Funny

Each week my BFF has a Sunday Funny.  Well, I’ve got my own this week.  Since Andy and I are going on a trip soon that will involve lots of hiking and we are also hitting Gatlinburg this fall, I thought I might want some new shoes.  Confession…I wasn’t as concerned about getting actual “hiking”

Johnson’s Buddies Soap – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

Johnson’s Buddies Soap – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

Have y’all ever used this stuff with little ones?  LOVE it.  If you are an all-natural or “green” parent, you may not approve because (confession) I haven’t done my research on its ingredients.  Everyone else…the easy-grip bar is awesome!  We’ve had a little history with this simple bar of soap… 2007: Received for baby shower