Quantcast

Parenting

The Guilt of Christmas Present Overload

December 21, 2011 · Parenting · 2 comments

103

In early September, I started preparing Jayden’s wishlist to ensure that his presents were bought and wrapped in advance to avoid the hectic last minute. So I made a list. And it was hard at first because he hadn’t asked for anything and was content with what he had. So I began to add items based on his interests. Since quite a few people contribute to Jayden’s gifts, I found myself adding things just to add them… so everyone could equally contribute (they are happy to) and then I found myself deleting away. It was just too much. I started ... CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

21 Dec

Creating Thanksgiving Memories

November 15, 2011 · Life & Quirks · 4 comments

7

Thanksgiving is… next. week. Where has the time gone? This week, I shopped for Thanksgiving dinner without even giving the actual date much thought. Usually, I cook our meal and freeze it before visiting family for the holiday. I enjoy cooking up a meal and it’s always great to have backup because leftover plates don’t last very long. We like to eat until we can’t eat no more. No limits. No remorse. This year, we plan on spending the earlier part of Thanksgiving Day at my mother’s house where a few family members will stop by. Then, we will spend ... CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

15 Nov

Modern Mexico Tea Showcase at She {hearts} It

November 7, 2011 · Fashion · 4 comments

teacollage2

Today, I’m showcasing Tea on She {hearts} It. Just thought I’d let you guys know… that… and I don’t want my toes in my last post to be the very first thing you see when visiting my blog, lol. They’re all like HELLO, how you dewin’?!

7 Nov

Steppin’ Out: Mommy Sorceress and Spidey Tot

October 31, 2011 · Life & Quirks · 14 comments

064

Today, I’m linking up with Steppin Out. Happy Halloween! On Mommy Sorceress Dress – Kmart Necklace – Nancy Burke Earrings – Forever 21 Headband – Bargain Headbands Knee Highs – Forever 21 Boots – Volatile, gifted by Grandmother-in-law On Spidey Spider-Man Costume – Target Shoes – Crazy 8 Treat bag – Courtesy of Pottery Barn Kids You can’t really see my nails, but they are really cool! How-to coming soon on this week’s Nails to the Yeah!

31 Oct

Small Style: Every Boy Wants To Be A Superhero

October 26, 2011 · Parenting · 6 comments

SpideyJay

So Greg and I picked out Halloween costumes for Jayden in September; a Chicago Bears football costume, and a pirate costume. Since I’m usually in charge of his costumes, I let Greg take over. He ordered the Chicago Bears costume from an online retailer that shall remain nameless. Days and days would go by with no shipping notification or worse… that the costume was out of stock. It took him logging in and checking his order to find that the costume was out of stock. So. I go over to another online retailer that shall remain nameless and order the ... CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

26 Oct

Small Style: Urban Tiger

October 20, 2011 · Fashion · 4 comments

urbantiger

↑ Click to open larger sizes Here’s another outfit I put together from that day. This is getting fun! I can’t wait until I am gifted a sewing machine (ahem) so that I can start making his clothes! Tee – courtesy of Tea Button up shirt – Genuine Kids Target Jeans – Crazy 8 Shoes – The Children’s Place Linking to Small Style.

20 Oct

One Love: An Interview with Cedella Marley

October 12, 2011 · Life & Quirks · 12 comments

I had the opportunity to interview Bob Marley’s Daughter, Cedella Marley, which was AWESOME by the way! The interview was in conjunction with helping her promote her new children’s book, One Love. The heartwarming and beautifully illustrated picture book tells of a young girl and her parents inspiring neighbors to restore a park in their multi-cultural neighborhood. Based on one of Bob Marley’s most beloved songs, it celebrates his joyful spirit and unforgettable lyrics, bringing them to life for the new generation. I am super excited and grateful to have One Love in our book collection! So. Check out the ... CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

12 Oct

Small Style: Modern Mini Hipster

October 6, 2011 · Fashion · 5 comments

modernvintagejay

This Tuesday, I did a little photoshoot for Jayden. He got through three outfit changes before wanting to call it quits! Here’s one of my favorites from that day. Tee – courtesy of Tea Hoodie – courtesy of Tea Jeans – Crazy 8 Shoes – The Children’s Place Linking to Small Style and Mini Mod.

6 Oct

On His Way To Pre-school

September 20, 2011 · Parenting · 1 comment

010

I never went to pre-school because the school put priority on the children who they thought “needed” it. Weird right? I don’t know what that was all about, but I know that times have changed and I know there are many benefits to attending pre-school even if the child is brilliant. Surviving the real world takes a little more than just being a kid genius. So… we’re currently planning on enrolling Jayden in pre-school early next year. We decided to keep him home during the first semester to clear up his Eczema and work on his diet. Eczema is such ... CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

20 Sep