I'm back! Couldn't stay away for too long, ya know? (though posting may be spotty this week)We had a great Christmas, spending time with family and friends, and Sadie LOVED opening her presents. Really, is there any other option when it comes to presents? Of course she's gonna love opening them! (and playing) The hit was her Aquadoodle...really it … [Read more...]

First off, Happy Mother's Day to all the mommas out there! (especially my own!) I just wanted to say how grateful I am for the little munchkin that made me a mom almost two years ago. Every day I thank my lucky stars for my sweet little girl that we've been blessed with. This morning she ran into my room (in her diaper) with cards from her and Rory … [Read more...]

So...if you haven't heard of CSN Stores by now, then you've been missing out! I know I have. They have an tons of products available, and over 200 different stores, where you're BOUND to find what you're looking for. They have everything from kid's toys (which is admittedly where I spent most of my time surfing...I can't help it...I love toys more … [Read more...]

can you guess what this little bowl of fun is for? i bet you can...but i'll show you anyways later in the week! … [Read more...]

i called my mom yesterday, griping and moaning about sadie's christmas dress.my "practice dress" was....let's just say, i'm not going to be showing that one off. i was inspired by this dress and these dresses, but didn't have a pattern or idea of how to make it. mom to the rescue! she MADE me a pattern last night. yes, MADE!while she baby sat … [Read more...]

after dinner last night at our favorite local taqueria (yum), rory turned to me and said the three words women most love to hear. "let's go shopping" am i right girls? you know i am.we had rebate money from rory's phone burning a hole in his pocket, so we went and spent it on christmas presents...for sadie. we found, like one or two things for us. … [Read more...]

GUEST POST BY NONE OTHER THAN JANAE LANCE!!! WAH HOO! SO I WAS SITTING LOOKING AT THESE TWO PICTURES AND THEN IT HIT ME AND I COULDNT STOP LAUGHING!see any resemblance?If you do leave a comment!!! gotta love those cheeks! … [Read more...]

Black is me. Blue is Rory. Pink is Sadie.Jess: What is your full name?Rory: Rory Thomas Christian (said in a "duh" sort of tone)Jess: and how long have we been married?Rory: pfft good luck getting that outta me...uh almost six years?Jess: Good job. What's your dream car?Rory: DREam dream car? Probably a '69 Camaro. Jess: What color?Rory: I don't … [Read more...]

So...I made this paper and ribbon bunting/banner the other day, before ye ol' sewing machine broke, and decided to make an extra to give away to somebody!Could be you! Do you feel lucky? PunK!haha. just kidding.So, just leave me a comment on this posting for a chance to win this (oh so cute) banner proclaiming the season! (that is ALMOST here) And … [Read more...]