Friday marked the one year anniversary of Barrett’s first time in the hospital post-birth. The three of us were at Children’s Hospital, sitting patiently {okay. anxiously.} for Barrett to go into surgery. When I think about that day, I then […]
I know it’s a little early to celebrate MLK day but in the wake of yet another school shooting, and sadly one too close to home, I have been dreaming up my own hopes for my children. These are in […]
Okay. Why these aren’t packaged in the same box as Pregnancy Tests, I do not know. Thanks to my fairy Godmother, Sue, for sending me this collapsible emesis bag that fits perfectly packed away in my purse for any future […]
Yesterday was the first day I’ve needed dress pants in a few weeks. The week of Christmas and New Years, our office was casual. For Christmas Eve I donned leggings to Church {with accompanying pieces, of course}. So, I went […]
I am a big fan of Emily Post. A few years ago, I was thrilled when my boss and dear friend, Shannon, gifted me a copy of Emily Post’s Book of Etiquette. I love thank you notes. I love stationery. […]
Oh, 2010. When you came in, I welcomed you with open arms. Although 2009 brought the birth of our sweet baby Barrett, it was admittedly the hardest year of my life. In case you haven’t gathered, motherhood is work. Hard […]
This morning was good. I woke up and had had energy. I’m surprised I even know what that word means anymore as it’s escaped my reach for nearly 11 out of the past 13 weeks, but I could feel it […]
Barrett’s bugs are back at it again. After a round of antibiotics, his ears are still full o’ fluid, his nose is still stuffed with snot, fever in full force, his lungs and his cough is still encouragable. So, back […]
We had a sonogram with Little Grin on the night before the night before and we have a strong little heartbeat thumping inside mama brehm’s belly. For all of you who are trying to guess Grin’s gender, the first heart […]
When you go to get your pregnancy panel bloodwork done, leave your toddler at home. Filling a cup with pee is a ridiculous enough process. Having a toddler with Mickey and Minnie figurines does not make it any easier. Perhaps […]
