Author Archives: Tricia

Union Pier, Michigan – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

Union Pier, Michigan – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

So I know at least one of you is a consistent reader because you actually missed me last week.  Ha!  No I wasn’t boycotting blogging .  Yes, we went on VACATION!  Well if “vacation” means “exhausting week of chasing 3 children around a place that is definitely not childproof while also not following a routine nor normal

Top 10 Ways My Job is Like Being a Mommy

Top 10 Ways My Job is Like Being a Mommy

So most of you know that I am in an HR function in the corporate world.  A small part of my job includes facilitating training programs and team-building events.  I’ve been doing even more of it lately due to a corporate initiative I’m in charge of and some extra StrengthsFinder  team-building workshops I’ve been helping departments with.

Polar Water Bottles – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

Polar Water Bottles – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

So, remember on Wednesday when I clued you in about cycling?  That’s when I learned about Polar Water Bottles.  I love them.  They will keep stuff cold almost forever.  And now they come in all sorts of cool patterns and colors.  I got a pink one a few months ago.  Not because I was thinking

Say What??

Say What??

So I just jumped through a TON of hoops and red tape in order to babysit my BFF’s foster child.  Part of this process included finger prints, background checks, etc.  And one important document was being delayed by months due to cut-backs, etc.  So I FINALLY got the final paper about a week or so

At What Point Do They Revoke My Mommy-Card?

At What Point Do They Revoke My Mommy-Card?

Moms are tired, exhausted and constantly multi-tasking while trying to do their best in front of everyone.  Every day.  But sometimes we fail and we need to fess up and let other moms know that it’s ok to make mistakes…here’s my most recent failure. Thursday nights are busy at our house…straight from work to daycare

Whatcha Might Not Know…Cycling

Whatcha Might Not Know…Cycling

This summer I am teaching my 4-year-old how to ride a bike.  I, however, have not been an active cyclist in many years.  Some of you know that Andy and I have road bikes and he still rides when he can (usually on the weekends).  But my poor bike is collecting dust in the basement. 

A Sunday of Doing

A Sunday of Doing

 Sunday was a day filled with decisions: Eating donuts with the kids OR Eating at the computer Catching bugs in the yard OR Catching up on laundry Filling the baby pool and watching them splash OR Filling the dishwasher Creating pictures in chalk on the driveway OR Creating the grocery list Going down the slip ‘n

GNO Anyone?

GNO Anyone?

Anyone else do a regular Girls Night Out?  Some of you know (much better than others) that I am a planner by nature.  I always seem to be planning something.  One of these things happens to be my “local” Girls Night Out.  I say “local” because on the invite list is basically neighbors and other women

Bandolino – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

Bandolino – This Saturday’s Shout-Out

I am business casual at work every day.  And therefore, I am in dress shoes – often heels.  Bandolino are by far my absolute favorite brand of shoes.  People thought I was CRAZY for wearing heels while 9 months pregnant.  But to me, Bandolinos are SO comfortable.  For real.  My feet just sing with happiness

Oh Baby!

Oh Baby!

I am happy to report that my close friend had her sweet baby girl today!  I have not yet had a chance to snuggle her in my arms…but that time will be here in a day or two.  Speaking of babies…let’s talk about baby showers.  And sprinkles.  And diaper dumps.  And sip-and-sees.  Please comment –

It Comes in Threes

It Comes in Threes

(Today Andy is Embracing the Camera…just go with it, dear!) Three blind mice…three Wise Men…three little pigs…three Musketeers… You’ve all heard things that come in threes.  Well, this week it is BABIES!!  Lots of babies born this week in my world.  First, a sweet baby boy over the weekend to a friend I haven’t seen