July 2010
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Wanted: Guest Bloggers for Dear Baby
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As I’ve mentioned, we’re headed out on a ten day trip to Spain in mid August and I got to thinking about what I was going to do with this little blog of mine while I’m gone. I don’t imagine there will be much internet service in rural Spain so the chances of me blogging are pretty small.
So, here’s what I’m thinking - I’ve learned some...
Keeping it cool.
Most of the east coast has been slammed with ridiculously hot weather this summer and North Carolina has not been spared. This weekend, on more than one occasion, I daydreamed of a perfectly foggy, 54 degree summer day in San Francisco with a scarf around my neck and a crocheted hat on Everly’s little head.
Sunday it was 103 degrees outside. One hundred and three degrees! We spent the...
One last NYC post
First things first - If you’re scared to travel with your kids, you’re missing out. There will always be an excuse - she’s too young, he’ll get stir crazy on the plane, she starts school in August - and on and on and on.
Just do it. Get in the car or on a train or an airplane and go somewhere. Even if it’s just to the local lake for a little camping. Don’t let...
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Pretty wooden toys
Folk pull toy cows by Pretty Dreamer.
Rainbow Stacker by Beneath the Rowan Tree
Set of 3 Wooden Cars by The Wood Toy Shop
Pink Helicopter by Birdy boots
Colorful cups and balls by Mama May I
Folk Quail push toy by Pretty Dreamer
Robot Stacking Toys by Wood Mouse
Baby Deer teether by Little Lealouette
I love the simple beauty of wooden toys. Added bonus: They’re...
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New York. A day in photos
Consensus: Time square is gross, old buildings are much more interesting than shiny skyskrapers, every good day should end with a book. We love New York.
Adding a badge to my mama sash
At times, motherhood is sort of like girl scouts (minus the cookies- darn!). You spend a good amount of your time learning new skills, working on projects, caring for others and experiencing little life lessons that ultimate help you grow as a person.
Each time you master a skill (including cutting tiny finger nails, figuring out how to get your babe to open her mouth so you can plop in a big...
The littlest monster.
We’re about to kiss our days of leisurely entertaining our baby girl by plopping her on our laps with our feet up on the coffee table goodbye.
She’s learned to army crawl and instead of snuggling nicely with us like she used to, we’re now the proud parents of a bucking bronco/baby monster. She’s now pulling herself up on top of us - rubbing her face into our shoulders,...
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Reader Giveaway: A gift from me to you.
My mom sent me the most wonderful sun hat last year and it has become my favorite accessories to block the sun on hot days. I’ve worn it literally, everywhere:
It’s the perfect hat to pair with a sundress or wear to the pool or a day in the park. Recently, I got to thinking how I’d like to do something personally, from me to my readers. So to thank all of you for reading...
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– The mental image of Everly’s fat little fingers banging on the keyboard has me smiling at work today.
Last night.
I got home from work and Brent was rushing out the door for some early dinner plans. I hardly had time to kick my shoes off before I found myself with a hungry, fussy girl who needed my attention.
My head was spinning from a busy day in the office and I was so tightly wound that I just needed some time to decompress. While she drank her bottle, I took off my belt and rubbed my temples in the...
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Making your own Baby food: It's easier than you...
Brent made a good point when he said recently that every time we think we get our arms around Everly’s needs - she grows and what she needs from us changes. I had no idea where to start when it came to introducing solids. Months ago, I entertained the idea of baby led weaning, and I still hope to incorporate that idea to some extent as we go along, but I have a serious fear of choking...
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Friday Giveaway: Fill in the Blankie
Here’s the thing about babies. You can never have enough blankets.
You’ll need big ones for laying on the floor as the learn to wiggle around and explore. You’ll need medium sized ones to keep in your diaper bag for unexpectedly cool nights or to wrap around your little one as they nap in your arms. You’ll need small ones to tuck around them in the their stroller or for...
back to blogging tomorrow
I’ve been on a head-spinning quick trip in Canada, yesterday and today. I’ll be flyng back late this evening so that I don’t have to spend another night away from Dovie. Apologies for the lack of posts on Dear Baby, but I’ll be back tomorrow with a giveaway!
Love,
M
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Six months.
Letters to Everly.
My dove, where have the months gone? How has half a year passed already since we first laid eyes on one another? I doubt you remember our first hour together, but I will never ever forget it. You were merely seconds old when I first wrapped my arms around you and in that instance, you became the anchor for my soul. I laid down my roots in your dark eyes. I ran my fingers...
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Family dinner in the neighborhood
The weather has been absolutely perfect the past few days and we’ve taken advantage of it by getting out for a good long walk every night. Last night, our hungry bellies convinced us we should walk in the direction of a neighborhood pizza place. We ate calzones and drank a cold beer while Everly watched a group of older children playing nearby. It’s nice to think about what...
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