Monthly Archives: January 2011

soup. it does a body good.

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Melissa

Germs have invaded our home, so you know what that means. Get the soup going! Nothing warms a body up better than a hot, steamy bowl of fresh soup. Tonight’s menu? Minestrone! Here’s the recipe I use from The Ultimate … Continue reading →

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(birthday) girls just wanna have fun

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Melissa

Yesterday was my sister’s birthday. (HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SISTERINE!) And for anyone who doesn’t know her, the annual celebration of the day she came into this world is a HUGE deal. If she could find a way to make it a … Continue reading →

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my shred buddies

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Melissa

My New Year’s Resolution this year is to get serious about getting into better shape. But with 2 little ones who seem to need me 24/7, finding time to really work out has not been easy. Especially since we’ve had … Continue reading →

Posted in child's play, reviews | Tagged exercise, fitness | 1 Comment

peekaboo, i see you!

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Melissa

It’s been 10 months since my oldest was officially diagnosed with strabismus/ amblyopia (crossed eyes/ lazy eye). His right eye measured 20/50 while his left (weaker) eye was 20/100. In his initial consult we were given hope that his eye … Continue reading →

Posted in simple blessings | Tagged amblyopia, kids, lazy eye, patch, toddler | 5 Comments

last tree standing

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Melissa

OK. So I was all ready to take down my Christmas tree this weekend (yes it’s STILL up). I took the time during the week to take all the ornaments off and put them away. But then I woke up … Continue reading →