Prepping for Baby #2

Prepping for Baby #2

I don’t know about you, but I was both elated and terrified when I found out I was pregnant with baby number 2.  I had visions of two little loves playing and adoring one another.  I dreamed of a long-lasting bond that only the friendship of siblings can create....

Don’t Force My Kid to Kiss You

I was raised in a large Italian family.  If you know anything about an Italian family, you know we love food, talking (with our hands), and one another. When it was time to leave family events, we would say our goodbyes…to every…single…family...

The Longest Day

Today was the longest day ever! If you go to bed at 2 and your baby wakes up at 6 do you call that a night’s sleep or just a nap? I’m not sure, but that’s how today started.  How lucky am I for the 4 hours of sleep- there are some mothers who...
He’s Not Mr. Mom! He’s Their Dad.

He’s Not Mr. Mom! He’s Their Dad.

My husband is a stay at home dad.  It’s not easy for any parent to stay home, but I think it is especially hard for fathers.  Not only do they have to deal with the children and the responsibilities of the house, but they often have to deal with the challenges...
Roasted Veggies

Roasted Veggies

This simple recipe is quick, easy, delicious and healthy.  Not to mention you are left with only a single prep pan to wash.  It also lends itself to modifications for a variety of flavors. Makes 3-4 vegetarian adult servings. 1 onion 1 large head of broccoli...