This week served as a great reminder to me of why George and I meal prep. We were out of town over the weekend, so I planned to eat leftovers from the end of last week as well as the last of our freezer stash to carry me through dinner on Tuesday. As it… Continue reading Simple, Practical, Nutritious and Delicious Meal Prep
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Boston Marathon Reflections
There’s just something about the Boston Marathon that strikes me at my very core. It dates back to 2003 when I first watched it from the sidelines. I was a Freshman at Boston University and was deeply moved seeing the determination of thousands of participants making their way to Boylston Street. I dreamed of running… Continue reading Boston Marathon Reflections
Books We Read – We Need to Talk: How to have Conversations that Matter
In the early weeks of parenthood, I found myself trying to learn as much as I could about infant growth and development. Initially, my focus was on jaundice, breastfeeding and blocked tear ducts followed by infant sleep patterns and naps. I always heard it’s common for couples to bicker after having a baby, but… Continue reading Books We Read – We Need to Talk: How to have Conversations that Matter
A Little Each Day
A miracle happened the other day – Ellie took a real nap and it wasn’t on a lap or in a carrier, car or stroller. I had lunch and took a shower. Amazed she was still sleeping after 40 minutes, I started doing simple exercises. Not ideal after showering, but hey, it sure was nice… Continue reading A Little Each Day
Circumventing Blank Spaces
George and I ordered a pregnancy journal the day we found out we were expecting. It was important to both of us to document our pregnancy journey to share with our baby-to-be some day. We ordered one on Amazon from the backseat of our friend’s car, en route to the Asheville Half Marathon and it… Continue reading Circumventing Blank Spaces
Books We Read – The Magnolia Story
My current season of life certainly supports reading given I spend several hours in a 24-hour period curled up with our sweet Ellie, nursing. On the flip side, George doesn’t have much free time for reading right now, but he had the great idea to incorporate a book section on our blog. You’ll mostly be… Continue reading Books We Read – The Magnolia Story
Cleaning Out My Closet
We’re not exactly sure where or when, but one thing George and I know is we’d like to move this year – hopefully before the height of summer. While Florida undeniable has beautiful beaches and many ideal weather days in the winter months, we both miss the mountains and would like Ellie to grow up… Continue reading Cleaning Out My Closet
Motherhood So Far
Ellie is now just over 8 weeks old. While it’s gone by in a flash, it also feels like I’ve been a mom for much longer. It’s hard to believe just 2 months ago, working at the hospital took up most of my days. While my new “boss” is quite demanding, she’s also the sweetest… Continue reading Motherhood So Far
Labor & Delivery
Labor & delivery is something I’ve feared ever since I first learned where babies come from. It’s daunting to think a little human can fit out an orifice of the body…not to mention grow inside. As I learned more about labor & delivery through classes offered at the hospital and listening to positive birth stories… Continue reading Labor & Delivery
Welcome Baby Ellie <3
Our baby’s due date arrived and out she came to join us in the real world. Baby Ellie Charlene was born on November 23rd at 0931. Labor began around 1700 on Thanksgiving as George and I sat down to eat turkey. We couldn’t have been more excited or relieved as we both were hoping to… Continue reading Welcome Baby Ellie <3