The 52 Week Project – A portrait of my son, once a week, every week, for one year. 24/52 — I was beginning to wonder if I would ever have a moment to post this week’s portrait. Last week was a rough one that has…
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Ubuntu Blankets // “i am because we are”
When the team from Ubuntu reached out about working together I was overjoyed. There is nothing that makes my heart swell like working with a company that has an incredible mission — and Ubuntu has exactly that. Ubuntu was founded by a small group of…
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The Perfect Father’s Day Gift
Since Roman was only a month old last Father’s Day, we didn’t do much celebrating. I was nursing round the clock back then and wasn’t even able to leave the house to get a little gift for Matthew’s first Father’s Day. That’s why, this year,…
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Shine // some thoughts on balance
The past few months have thrown me completely off balance. With spring, everything comes alive and it is beautiful. We break free from the oppressive chains of a northeast winter. Life gets busy. It’s a natural — and wonderful — cycle. But this year, it’s…
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Let’s Put an End to Distracted Driving
Admittedly I have been a distracted driver in the past. I’ve talked on the phone, read text messages, eaten full meals, and even applied makeup — all from behind the wheel. I’m not proud of these things, but I share them because, I know. I…
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Nectarines
I was walking through the produce aisle the other day when I came upon nectarines. The very sight of the fruit brought tears to my eyes. Nectarines remind me of summer & family. Through my childhood, my family took a trip to the seashore every…
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Camping with Toddlers
We just returned from our first family camping trip with our one-year-old. Camping with a toddler can be a little tricky — but if you’re prepared, it’s a blast. We had an awesome time! Here are my tips and must-haves for camping with a toddler.…