Dear Samuel, Time is marching forward. Day by day. Month by month. How is it possible that we’re quickly closing in on your first birthday? You are such a sweet little man, Sam. My love for you swells with your smiles and your neck squeezes, the way you pat my back and rest your head on my shoulder. I hope... Read more
The reason for our trip to Clearwater was to celebrate the marriage of Greg and Whitney! Nick has known Greg since grade school, and we all knew when we met Whitney that he would one day call her his wife. That one day was 07-21-12! On Friday night, I joined Nick at Beachcomber for a fantabulous rehearsal dinner. We enjoyed... Read more
We set our alarm for 3am on Thursday to pack the car, drive to the airport, and board a plane bound for Florida. (Please remind me to never again book a 6am flight.) We failed to move Sam from his crib to the car without him waking, and he slept for less than an hour on the plane. He was... Read more
What can I say. We’re a bit obsessed with Thai inspired dishes: pizza, quinoa, wraps. And this salad ranks right up there with the others. It’s simple and healthy and drenched in a delicious dressing of chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, peanut butter, ginger, garlic, and lime juice. Also? I will never again shred chicken... Read more
The boy is into everything these days. Our home is his obstacle course. Which is why the gates are up! One at the top of the stairs and one at the bottom. (Cardinal gates with banister clamps, if you’re curious.) But he’s also getting better at playing independently. He wears himself out, and then does — what I believe is... Read more
My favorite thing about our recent trip to New York City? (Besides seeing my brother, of course.) The sweets! We seriously indulged, but it was worth every calorie. Magnolia Bakery I have wanted to visit Magnolia Bakery since watching Sex and the City marathons in college. We stumbled upon it by accident, really, during our Monday morning walk with Sam.... Read more
I have a long list of places I want to eat in New York City: Babbo, Balthazar, Red Rooster, Spotted Pig, Craft, and Mesa Grill, to name a few. The aforementioned places, though, are ones I would prefer to visit without Sam. They are places that require my full attention without having to protect my butter knife and wine glass... Read more
Despite the blazing hot temperatures during our trip to NYC (we’re talking 95+ degrees), we tried to spend at least part of every day outdoors. Of course, we opted for parks with green space and gentle breezes over the sticky (and somewhat stinky) streets of midtown. We dressed Sam in loose and lightweight clothing, lathered him in sunscreen, and packed... Read more
We were long overdue for a trip to New York City to visit my brother. But we were waiting for Sam to reach an age that he could appreciate the Big Apple and its sights and sounds and good eats. Well, I think our nine-month-old enjoyed our recent trip as much as we did! Seriously, Sam was such a good... Read more
Oh, three oh. Old enough to appreciate the opportunities I have been given and the life I am so fortunate to live. My boys, my beautiful home, my health. Old enough to be patient and listen, really listen, and to admit my mistakes. To value true friendships. To let go of insecurities and laugh at myself and enjoy three birthday... Read more