Earlier this week I came across an article that really hit me and got me thinking about my girls. The article talked about being present for your children. It got me thinking about my own girls and whether or not I was actually taking the time to be present or aware when I was with them. It got me thinking about whether I was actually taking the time to shut out the rest of the world to be with my girls. This article is so well written I encourage to take a moment and read it. It has really changed the way...
What I Ate Wednesday # 43 – Counting Calories
Hi everyone, it is Wednesday again so that means it’s time to talk about food. I have been getting a lot of emails asking how many calories I take in on an average day and I really didn’t know. I haven’t counted calories in years, actually since I had an eating disorder. Counting calories usually makes me crazy and I become obsessed, so I don’t like to do it on an everyday basis. I prefer to eat everything in moderation. Now, I do like to measure my food out. Such as when I have a bowl of cereal I use a measuring...
Toddler Tuesday # 14 – Sleeping
Happy Tuesday everyone. I am sorry I didn’t get my usual Marvelous in My Monday post out yesterday, but the weekend was crazy. Saturday, was the Michigan vs. Notre Dame football game. Steve went to the game which meant I was alone with the girls. So, we spent the day at my parents house. Sophia and Isabella spent the night there and I brought the babies home to sleep at our house with me. I thought it would be best to have the babies sleep here, boy was I wrong. Saturday night was my most difficult night yet. It is...
McKenzie and McKayla 2 Months Old
Some days I feel like I was just pregnant with the girls yesterday and then some days I feel like we have had them forever. Our family truly feels complete and I couldn’t imagine it any other way. I thank God every day for bringing all my girls into our lives. I am so grateful to have four healthy and happy girls. McKenzie and McKayla have grown so much over the past two months. McKenzie Madison At Birth: 5 pounds 5 ounces Two Months: 10 pounds 4 ounces McKenzie is just starting to wear 0-3 month clothing. McKayla Grace At...