Adorable Baby Clothes at The Tea Collection

I came across this website lately, and they have some of the most adorable clothes for kids.  I am kind of a clothes junkie, especially for my older boys because I know whatever I have to buy it is going to have to make it through two kids. Hand me downs are a complete way of life in my house.

I not only noticed they are having a 20% off sale, but their baby clothes are even cuter... and I have to admit, since having a little girl the money I have been putting into baby clothes has probably been more than I would like to openly admit to my readers. What can I say, I was waiting for the dresses, tutus and pretty pink things all these years!

My Childless Friends Dumped Me

Before I had kids I can certainly say I was the life of the party. I had tons of friends, went out nightly, and had a ton of girlfriends.

Then I had kids.

It almost seemed like everyone was on board, and the moment baby shower invites went out, and it became real, they all jumped ship.  It was the titanic of friendships… and they were all sinking.

READ MORE at Baby's First year!

Halloween Costumes WILL Be the DEATH of Me!

Yes, lots of Halloween themed posts this week because my toddlers are completely obsessed with it!

I cannot get away from it no matter where I turn.  My oldest son decided he wanted to be a fireman, just like he was last year, and of course all year long.  I suggested he be something different because of course he should be costing me another $50 on a costume this Halloween right?

Yup! I am the only parent that encourages their child to get a new costume apparently. Anyway!

READ MORE at Toddler Times!

Guest Blog: Children and Grief

Grief is something that is completely different for every person who experiences it. I'm sure you have all heard of the five stages theory: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. I've dealt with them all, although I'm still having a bit of trouble with that last one, acceptance. In 2006 my first pregnancy went horribly wrong and I ended up losing my daughter, Quinne. She passed away in my arms in the cold, stark hospital room that had been my home for 9 long weeks.

Trying to be present for your children while you grieve can be one of the biggest challenges you face. In April of 2007, ten months to the day after the death of my first daughter, I gave birth to Miranda, a beautful and healthy baby girl. I wanted to be happy for the addition of this new life and on the outside I was. I put on a great show for friends and visiting family. Inside my heart was breaking. I loved Miranda, of course I did, but I was also aching for Quinne too. In fact, my pregnancy with Miranda had been a complete accident and I hadn't intended on getting pregnant again so soon. I needed time to grieve properly. Unfortunately, I hadn't been given that time.

Wordless Wednesday: The Week from Hell

Yeah... that is totally me!

If you are in the same boat... leave me some love!