Category Archives: Parenting & Motherhood

Bringing up kids

The Journey Begins Again

[stextbox id=”custom”] Well, turns out my previous attempt at subtlety in announcing something not-too-subtle backfired when it was apparently *too subtle* for anyone to figure out what my contorted mind was thinking.  Either that, or… well, perhaps no one ever … Continue reading

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My Book of Little Miracles’ Keepsakes

My husband says I am a hoarder, but I beg to differ in that I selectively hoard things that I feel are worth keeping. .. just like ultrasound printouts from my pregnancies.  Who in their right minds throw these away … Continue reading

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My Absolutely Natural and Homemade Mosquito Repellent

The two things I am very particular about when I get my kids ready for school are: Sunblock Mosquito repellent For sunblock, I use the storebought versions which just frankly makes life easier for me, plus it works wonders, but … Continue reading

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A Photobook Project Ticked Off My List

After much delay and procrastination, I am proud and pleased to announce that I have finally completed Hannah’s photobook! 🙂 After I made one for Ethan some years ago, I have sometimes been “pressured” to make another one for Hannah. … Continue reading

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Forced Apologies, Spankings and Other Conundrums

Image Credits: FreeDigitalPhotos.net Well, I was preparing to lay off blogging for a few more days owing to laziness and being preoccupied with other personal matters, but something happened today that has started me on my thinking process again. And … Continue reading

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