I was lucky enough to be asked back as a "Mommy Reporter" at Day Out with Thomas at the Tennessee Valley Railroad in Chattanooga, TN. Last year was our first year to attend and we had a blast! We were actually quite surprise at just how large the event was last year so we made plans to go earlier this year to give ourselves more time. Bryson was so excited about it and Justin and I couldn't wait to see his face light up when we got there. And light up, they did. We … [Read more...]
Gardening was high on our summer to-do list and the planting part can now be checked off. Both kids loved "helping" in the big garden so we thought it would be fun to let them plant their own mini-garden using the Disney Mickey Mouse Greenhouse from Miracle-Gro® Kids. There are tons of kits available geared toward kids with any kind of plant, veggie, or herb you want. The next time you are at your local home improvement store, take a peek- the selection of kid-friendly products is … [Read more...]
We are blessed to live in an area surrounded by beautiful parks, lakes, and rivers. One our favorite places to spend time is at the river where my parents camp all summer long. Bryson spent his first couple summers on the river, playing in the dirt, and riding on his Pop's boat. Unfortunately, we weren't able to enjoy it last year after the devastating April 27th tornadoes. Thankfully, we are back at it again this year! We've already gone quite a few times and Bryson has made several … [Read more...]
Kolby, Two weeks ago, the thought of a balloon release had never crossed my mind. Losing you at 16 hadn't either. Now, both of those things are my reality. A harsh reality, but one that we are all dealing with second by second. When I told Bryson you were gone, he got mad at me. He said "I don't like you anymore if you say that Kolby is dead." At 3, he understood more than I ever imagined he would. After that, I didn't tell him anything. You were his buddy and he loved you … [Read more...]
Hey y'all! I am back with a much needed weekly menu plan. It's been a while, huh? That past 10 days have been the hardest, most devastating days of my life. I'm finally beginning to accept that it really won't get easier and that I have to learn to work through this hurt. I think that I am also beginning to accept that Kolby isn't coming back. Yesterday was the first day that I haven't begged him to come back. I know that probably sounds crazy, but something in me thought that … [Read more...]
and early last week, I had this post completely written out in my head. I was going to thank these two people for making me the person that I am. For loving me even when I wasn't very lovable. For raising me and spoiling me. For making sure I never second guessed how much they loved me. But Thursday changed everything. Everyone talks about Friday the 13th. Well let me tell you, there is nothing more terrifying than Thursday the 12th. Yesterday, I attended my little … [Read more...]
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