Kid Chat: Grocery Stores and Bullies

Kid Chat: Grocery Stores and Bullies

Had a chance to take out just Kniya yesterday to the grocery store without the boys. I grabbed a coffee and a kid’s hot chocolate from our local Mocha Lounge before getting to the store. While walking through the aisles, Kniya had lots to ponder: 

No Bake Chocolate Energy Bar Cookies

No Bake Chocolate Energy Bar Cookies

I crave chocolate. I’ve always loved no bake cookies. It occurred to me that adding a few key ingredients would still make a great cookie, while adding protein and healthy fats to act more like a snack. They are more filling and less sugary than 

My 12 Hospital Bag Must-Haves

My 12 Hospital Bag Must-Haves

At my most recent checkup, it really surprised me to hear the nurse say 35 weeks. I’ve been thinking I have two more months in my head, when really I have about 5 weeks. Since my first three had to be induced, I am skeptical 

Date Night With My Kid

Date Night With My Kid

Had an opportunity to take my middle child out for a “date” last month. He struggles not to want to do everything his older sister does and Knick was taking her to a girl’s basketball game. It took him most of the trip to get 

Baby #4: It’s a Boy!

Baby #4: It’s a Boy!

One month ago we found out gender for this fourth baby – a boy! I have to say, I was hoping for a girl because I keep seeing so many newborn girl things I desperately want an excuse to buy. However, luckily for my husband