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Cutest Sister Ever
Alexis is making an announcement! She’s the cutest sister ever! Wait, what? Yes, Alexis is becoming a big sister! The first time turned out so nicely, we figured we’d try our luck again. Here’s to...
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A Language Explosion
Over the last several months, Alexis’ verbal skills have just, well, exploded. She went from a baby who could say “kitty!” to a toddler who could name all sorts of things and repeat almost anything she...
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17 Months Old
Alexis turned 17 months old at the beginning of January! Every month, it gets a little harder to take her monthly photo. She is never content to sit still, and starts trying to escape her chair prison...
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Citrus Lane December 2013 Box Review
The theme of January seems to be “catching up on December!” It’s been awhile, but I’d still like to share what we got in our December box from Citrus Lane and how it went over with the little one....
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So Much for February
February was a total bust in this house. I’m not exaggerating. As January ended, both Alexis and I got sick. And we didn’t really get better until just recently. She handled it better than I did, and...
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Citrus Lane Coupon Code
You know how much I love Citrus Lane, the monthly boxes filled with surprise goodies for my daughter and myself. I love them even more when they have a deal, and they have one now! Use the coupon code...
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25 Weeks
Somehow the laws of space and time have been bent, and I am already 25 weeks pregnant. This doesn’t seem possible. Yesterday, I went back and read through a few blog posts from this time in my...
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18 Months Old
Exactly one month ago, Alexis turned 18 months old! February was a total bust, so I’m sharing the pictures with you now. Later today we’ll be taking her 19 month photos. Alexis is a strong-willed...
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19 Months Old
Alexis is 19 months old. In the last month, she’s been growing. Eating lots, and improving her skills with fork and spoon while she’s at it. When she has a mind to, she can use her silverware like a...
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My husband came downstairs from putting Alexis to bed and asked me, “Did you make night waffles?” Of course not. Don’t be silly. I made peanut clusters. 26 weeks pregnant and I am ravenous. Even though...
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27 Weeks and 2 Days
Welcome to the third trimester! I’ve been feeling a lot more “pregnant” lately, like my baby (and my belly) have had a growth spurt. Things feel more smushed and I’m getting more heartburn. And I think...
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Citrus Lane March 2014 Box Review
Citrus Lane teased me with a coupon code and a hint that the March box would include something from Hape. Another coupon code for $10 off an “Add to Box” item, plus free shipping for that item, allowed...
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20 Months Old
Alexis was actually excited to get her picture taken this month! She wanted to sit in the white rocker, and said “Picture! Picture!” Her daddy asked her to demonstrate different signs she knows, and...
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33 Weeks
Dear #2, I’m sorry that my blogging of your imminent arrival has been so spotty, and that with just six weeks to go you still don’t have a name. I promise that despite these lapses, we are very...
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22 Months Old
22 months old and signing “more!” Every month, I think it isn’t possible for her to get cuter and more funny, smart, and all-around wonderful. And every month, I am wrong. This was Alexis’ last month...
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Another Birthday
We have one more birthday to celebrate in our little family! Welcome, Anders. 6 days old and sweet as can be. It is so nice to have a tiny baby to snuggle again.
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23 Months Old
This was a big month for Alexis! She became a big sister, and is doing a great job helping out with the new baby. She comforts him when he cries, saying, “It’s ok, baby,” and “I know, I know,” and she...
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One Month Old
Time moves faster when you add a second child to your family. I can’t believe how quickly we’ve come to Anders first monthly photo, but here we are. In the last month, Anders has gained over two...
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24 Months Old
And just like that, she’s 2. Nobody told me when I started this parenting journey that every special milestone would be so bittersweet. I’m so excited for my growing girl. Every day she amazes me with...
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2 Months Old
2 months old already! In the blink of an eye, Anders has almost doubled his birth weight and grown a couple inches taller. He’s still the most mellow, happy little guy you could imagine. I think we’ll...
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