Last night, we celebrated Thanksgiving, round #4. Justin’s family came to the house for turkey, dressing (that’s what us southerners call stuffing), and the works. In the past few days I have had pumpkin pie, chocolate chip poundcake, butterfinger pie, and oreo cheesecake. In other news, that whole “high protein, low carb” diet to deal with my hypoglycemia is going well. As I write this post, we are gearing up.. Read More
Happy New Year, guys! Today feels like the start of a new book and I can’t wait to begin the first chapter. I have so many exciting things planned for this year–races, trips, events. The arrival of my first nephew (OK, so maybe I didn’t plan that one, but I will be planning a trip out to see him, so that counts, right?) Since we hit the slopes right after.. Read More
We started our Christmas Eve off right this morning–by sleeping in! I think we all finally started getting up around 8:45. Once we were all up and moving, we put on some decent clothes and went (with no makeup or anything!) to Jacks for breakfast. Then we fought the crazy crowds to run a few errands in town before heading back home. I locked myself in the bathroom/closet to do.. Read More
I’m noticing a trend with my workouts lately. I do REALLY well at the beginning of the week, and then not so well at the end. The end of our week just seems to get busier somehow?!? This week went a little like this: Monday: 4.5 miles on the treadmill with my new friend Lipstick Jungle. Tuesday: 4.5 miles on the treadmill. Friday: 4 miles on the treadmill. Making my.. Read More
Both girls had their Christmas parties at school today. And like the Mom-of-the-Year that I so obviously am, I forgot my camera at home. {Insert really mad face here!} Thank goodness for camera phones, right? Libby’s party was first, at 9:00 a.m. They sang Christmas carols, and then made Gingerbread houses. Libby and Koby–the “Dynamic Duo”. Kyndall’s party was at 12:30–they had cookie cake and a book swap. We.. Read More
What do you do when your leggings get a rip in them and you don’t have a needle and thread? Use electrical tape, of course. Yes, this really happened. Over the weekend we had Christmas with Justin’s family. Check out these crazy cousins: My secret pal at school got me the greatest gift(s) ever today. Essie “It’s Genius” nail polish, a sage green Mossimo top, charm bracelet, and a $25.. Read More
Last night, I hosted my 2nd annual Favorite Things Party. I look forward to this ALL year! Our guest of honor was Carrie–we are celebrating her 2nd Cancer-Free anniversary! YAY for kicking cancer’s butt! The rules are simple: pick one favorite item, $5 price range. Bring 5 of that same item to the party, unwrapped. During the party, we explain why the item is our favorite and then draw 5.. Read More
After this post yesterday, I know you are all anxious to know how our elf, Messy, is recovering. She returned this morning, looking like this: And with this note: After carefully unwrapping her gauze, we found that she did, in fact, look as good as new. The girls are so excited to have her back (all in one piece) and promised to be EXTRA careful with her from now on… Read More
At 5 and 7, my girls are pretty good shoppers. I have learned that MY attitude dictates our shopping experience. If I am rushing and fussing, they are going to be more slow and uncooperative. If I am considerate that they want to look at things too, they are considerate as I look for things. It’s a win-win! So yesterday, we went shopping for the millionth time for Christmas presents… Read More
With this crazy Alabama weather we’ve been having, some of the parades we usually attend have been postponed and/or cancelled. So far, we have made it to two parades this season. The Decatur Christmas parade. And the Trinity parade. Kyndall was able to ride in this one, on the Student Council float. The rest of us met up with the Johnson family to watch. We got to see Gabby go.. Read More