Category Archives: Kids

Night, night little pumpkin

Guys, I have a thing for holiday themed pajamas. It’s pretty serious. See exhibits 1, 2 and 3 below from Christmas 2014. I tend to stick to the big ones though (read: no need for a full on intervention…yet), and Halloween is … Continue reading

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Back to school

While Ev still has a while before he officially starts school, I can’t help but get excited when I see all the colorful notebooks and rows of fresh supplies at our local Target. Going back to school was always such … Continue reading

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Kidizen

I first heard about Kidizen from one of my fave blogs to follow, Camp Patton. Upon finishing her hilarious post, I immediately whipped out my well-loved iPhone 4S (why upgrade when you have a toddler?) and downloaded their app. I … Continue reading

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Red, white and cute

Like most holidays, my child will be the one decked out in appropriately themed gear for the week leading up to Fourth of July. Do you do that, or am I just that crazy mom? I thought I would round up some all American kid style … Continue reading

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Camp Branstad

Ever since we moved out to the acreage Marcus has been dying to have a camp out. But this past weekend we took that to the next level and hosted what will be the annual Camp Branstad. Chaos and lots of … Continue reading

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One point five

As of last Friday our little dude is a one and a half years old. Don’t mind me quietly sobbing in the corner… He is into everything. And I mean EVERYTHING. His favorites: dog food, dirt, water, drawers, phone charger cords. … Continue reading

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Obsessed: boys will be boys

I have two sisters and seven nieces, so raising a boy thus far has been an eye opening experience. Everett is loud, has overly sweaty feet and loves to wrestle. And even though he is only 14 months old, I can already tell … Continue reading

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Gift guide 2014: LITTLE ONES

It’s hard to believe that our little guy will already be celebrating his second Christmas with us this year. With his birthday being so close to the holidays, I’m acutely aware of just how much “stuff” is coming through the … Continue reading

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Pirates and princesses

Last weekend we celebrated Sidney’s fourth birthday (crazy, I know!) with two of her favorite things: pirates and princesses. All kids parties should be dress up because they just look so darn cute!

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Mommy mind: a timeout

For some reason, this week a few articles really spoke to me and where I’m at in my mommyhood. (Which I know is not far.) With a little guy, work, home life, projects on the side, preparing to move and … Continue reading

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