what momma writes

why don't we do this more often? i often wonder this when we are away and unplugged. (which isn't nearly enough). literally where we stayed in hocking hills  had no service. i didn't know that going into it and it was actually a pleasant surprise. not that we don't want to spend time and talk to each other haha, but it was as distraction free as it could be on 90% of the streets. no checking email, ig or fb to see what other people's families are up to... i got a taste of what my life was like pre-social media craze. and it was nice.  the trip lived up to my expectations (even though i know better than to make them). it was just what i needed. and really just what we needed. we are both very busy right now; we are both working almost full time along with both of us starting our own businesses so let's just say we don't have the "sit-on-the-couch-every-night-relationship" right now. throw a toddler in there and it's a day-to-day juggling ...

a little something light hearted today. this little clip makes me so happy. i started taking pics because bird was so interested in the guitar. i was able to snag this little piece of dada and daughter making music. i didn't really know what i was catching until afterward. and then. i melted into a liquid form of love into the floor. it's short, but i just love that bird brings her own little beat to the mix. rock on my little eggnoodle!

happy father's day to my mister. my guy had to work the weekend so that totally blew, but we attempted to make it a nice weekend for him. we took mister coffee on sunday and got some take out in the eve. (which works for me too since i got out of cooking).  we had a bday for vince/pops day cookout at my grandparentals house on saturday where the cousins proceeded to wear each other out. no really, bird didn't fall asleep until 930/945p and slept until 945am! while this was great for me since i don't set an alarm, poor papabear didn't get to enjoy the extra sleep. arrrrrrgggggg!  i was able to snag some great finds through out the weekend at the city flea , hyde park farmers market and some other local spots.  we've been talking about getting a globe for a while and also starting a garden. i had this big, bad idea that i was going to build a garden this weekend and surprise the dada. then i quickly realized a few things: 1) oh yea, i have a toddler. 2) i do...

it's been a long winter and as i write i hope i don't jinx the fact that spring is on it's way. this winter seemed extremely long to me and has taken the greatest toll on me, mentally. sunshine today and a play date with friends in the park does give me a glimmer of hope that spring really is coming... soon! here's a little bird picture update through the winter.  bird being her happy bird self. bed head and all, playing with her rosie red doll. i'm sorry, but i think she looks like momabirdski here. tired bird bopping her head to our favorite mumford and sons on the way home from a coffee shop. what's that? why, yes your eyes don't deceive you: it's pebbles twin! birdie gets a pony. on deck: another hair trim to figure all of that out... a large sign to moma she is growing up.   we haven't left the oral stage. i'm afraid we never will... winter brings lots of playing indoors unfortun...

i guess this is a pretty loaded title as it could mean many things, but i've talking efficiency here. not a day goes by that i don't want to spend more time with my kid, i finally feel like i have my arms wrapped around this mothering thing. and it's the one who made me a mother that i have to thank. i can thank miss bird for helping me slow down and speed up. you see, prior to stella i would have endless 'to do' lists and daily schedules and didn't really understand the undertaking of the word relaxation. these daily 'to do' lists were deemed a failure and the day was considered unproductive if i didn't cross off close to all of the items. well, confession: i still have 'to do' lists. sometimes daily, some weekly and at times there is a general or miscellaneous section on the list. the difference is how this lists are graded. instead of grading my day on what is crossed off - they are general guidelines and reminders of the thing...

it's sounds a little cliche of course, but that's where i am. i realize almost everything has an eb and flow so i'm not naive in knowing this place won't last forever. however i'm bound and determined to keep this happy place ruminating with the realization that life ultimately has hurdles for everyone, some harder to jump than others. when mister john and i exchanged love letters  we both expressed that this year, while it has brought our greatest joy, has also brought lots of challenges and learning experiences. we both agreed that these experiences have been for the better.  the last six months have been quite eye opening and i never imagined i'd be believing in what i believe today. life's interesting like that. mister john and i treated ourselves in some reiki sessions. These sessions have only helped make clear to us what we want out of life and how we want to get there. That "point b" that everyone seems to strive for... disclaimer:...

we managed to get our act together despite bird and i being under the weather. i made a vow to dress us up regardless of how we felt. luckily both of our costumes were comfortable. i didn't make her costume for nothing! it's not that it's that elaborate, but i put the time in for this 1 day! we had my sis, bro and their girls over for chili and cornbread. we went on the porch for the minimal trick or treaters and walked around with pockets who thoroughly enjoyed the evening. it's really hard  near impossible to get 3 children under 3 to smile and look at the camera. this is the best we got.  since i'm a little obsessed with the hunger games i knew i was going as katniss the moment my friend sent me my very own mockingjay pin! yes. i am a strong believer in home-made costumes so i had to put my thinking cap on to tie bird into the theme, but i found a DIY squirrel costume and boom. that answered that. gale, katniss and her game.  the weather didn...

during the ceremony at meg and mark's wedding   the two exchanged love letters and put them in a box. they will read the letters next year on their anniversary and add to them every year on their anniversary. while mister john and i write nice cards and notes to each other for nice occasions, i asked him if he was ok with copying this tradition. it's a little more formal and i love the idea of having all the token letters in one spot (whether we go back and read them or not). i saved some cards that we previously exchanged if they were especially meaningful or funny and now we will just add to that, with at least one letter every year. it will be nice to reflect on the ups and downs of that year's relationship. on september 17 we will celebrate two fine years as married folk. time really flies and life really changed. i'm excited about this new Versary tradition. happy anniversary to my hunkadunk.  we are pretty blessed.

so, yea. i planned to do monthly posts on you, but apparently i only remember to do them when you have doctor appointments. you didn't have a 7 month check, so i goofed. in the time that you turned 7, and now 8 months you have changed SO much. you have blossomed into what seems like a little girl, without the the real words. you babble A LOT. i mean, sometimes i think you are going to be like pockets, which your uncle bry lovingly calls "minniti radio" in reference to pockets and your aunt. i think i may have that babble problem too. you are really emphatic with your sounds and have a set of LUNGS! perhaps you will be a singer like moma. more recently you have added "nanana" sounds and what sounds like "hi" and a little of this and that, but "dadada" is certainly your favorite babble. i'm still practicing "moma" with you, but i have low expectations. you have started giggling and show excitement for no reason (a...

oh how i love thee ('s two) i think the picture says it all.

we are so proud of mister john! we were up early to catch him at the flying pig half marathon. he did superb!! we spotted ali's tutus too! the weather was perfection and we all cheered! congrats to mister john and all the flying piggies. job well done. love c&s

a little late. we made it thru another holiday. H.belated.E. all. it was a lovely day and had a nice time with both families. during our easter service fr al recommended we use  alleluia to replace other 4 letter words when we are irritated he said 8 letter words will give you more bang for your buck than 4 letter words. so- when the neighbors started drilling out their drive way the next morning i yelled alleluia out the window and when my work computer took 500 seconds to load a page i said to myself  alleluia . it doesn't have the same full effect, but i think the goal is to keep you in check  and focus on what is important. below is a small recap (clockwise) 1. first family photo where i look human 2. stella's easter basket from papaw and mamaw 3. the brunch table, yum 4. pockets and mamaw search for eggs. i'm a week late, but better late than never. (i know, totally breaking blog rules.  if your baby was teething...