Posted: 05/22/12 - My husband and I love going to restaurants but since having our daughter we don’t venture out as often. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - If you are into the idea of recycling kids clothes, toys and furniture, then Just Between Friends is the event for you. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - As a first time mom, everyday is a learning experience for me and my daughter. She's about a year and a half, which is odd cause I swear it was yesterday that I was walking around my block carrying this big baby-filled belly. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - There is an amazing new indoor place of awesomeness for kids. And I mean a real place of awesomeness. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - This weekend - Todd and I did the unthinkable. We got rid of Tyler and Jordan's infant car seats, two of their strollers, a pack and play, a baby swing and two bouncers. And although neither one of us said it, getting rid of all those baby things signifies just one thing: We are officially done having kids. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - There's nothing like a child's birthday. And it feels like we've been celebrating Tyler's big day for seven days. Maybe that's because for a full week all he could do was ask me if it was his birthday yet. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - I guess I knew the day would come, but I never thought it would be here so soon. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Other than gymnastics, my boys haven't been involved in any organized sports. So when I signed Tyler up for T-Ball - I didn't really know what to expect. Would he be too scared to participate? Would there be tears if he made a mistake? Would he even want to do it ? I found out today - I had no reason to worry! Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Since I've been a wife - particularly since I became a mom, I have lost touch with many of my close, childhood friends. So this year I've dedicated myself to reconnecting. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Last week, our TV station asked for pictures of us starting school. It’s so fun to look back at these “old” pictures. I now think about my two kids starting school. Sure, the anticipation and mix of emotions are still the same, but the settings have changed a bit. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - “Remember to say please and thank you!” These are the last words my kids usually hear from me as they shut the car door and trot off to school. It’s my friendly little “manners” reminder. Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Planning a child’s birthday party is fun…and stressful. So many questions: What’s the theme? Who to invite? What to serve? Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - Follow the yellow brick road… the Vanderfords we’re off to see the wizard for Halloween this year! Read More

Posted: 05/22/12 - The first few days of kindergarten are in the books. My 5-year-old seems to be adjusting...with a few little jitters. Read More