Little One is a dancing machine. Even in utero, we introduced her to an eclectic variety of music. She was rockin' it out in the womb!In her 3.5 years on this planet, Little One has been rockin' out to everything from Bach, Mozart, Beethoven to Green Day, Our Lady Peace, Stone Temple Pilots, Bob Marley, the Beatles, etc. She doesn't have a preference really. She just knows … [Read more...]
The Cat’s Pajamas – Backseat Driver
We live on an island where we need to get in the car if we're going to do groceries, head to the bank, post office, or visit friends and family. Games of "I Spy" and listening to music are a regular part of our car rides. Our 3.5 year old absolutely loves music. I'm always on the lookout for CDs that she'll love and that won't drive us crazy.We recently went on a day trip … [Read more...]
Sometimes I Wish
...I could just chill out in my Snuggie all day. … [Read more...]
Bobs and Lolo Connecting the Dots Winner!
Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway! We are happy to announce that a winner has been chosen via Random.org. Luck #27 is the proud new owner of the Bobs & Lolo prize pack! Janet said... 27 I follow you on Networked Blogs May 14, 2011 9:47 PM You have won 1 copy of the latest Bobs & Lolo CD, some Bobs & Lolo stickers AND an autographed Bobs & Lolo photo! An … [Read more...]
Connecting the Dots: Bobs and Lolo CD Review and Giveaway!
There's nothing that makes my heart melt more than seeing my two year old sing and dance along to catchy tunes and really enjoy being a kid! Ever notice how toddlers can just rock it out to a tune and not feel self-conscious or worry about looking silly? They just start dancing whenever they hear music. It's beautiful! I often wonder at what point in our lives do we lose that … [Read more...]
The Story
I mentioned that last week's episode of Grey's Anatomy made me bawl my eyes out. The memories of tiny less than 2 lb preemies in the NICU came rushing back. For the past few months (okay, maybe the past year or so), I've been preoccupied with my busy-won't-leave-anything-alone-always-into-everything toddler that I sometimes forget just how precious she is. Not that I ever take … [Read more...]
It’s Funny Because Most People Have Absolutely NO CLUE…
what cartoon this is...I am a product of the 80s. I grew up on cheesy TV commercials, TV shows with catchy (albeit also cheesy) music, pop artists who wore fluorescent t-shirts and skintight jeans, lots of blue eyeliner and fire engine red lipstick...oh, and we can't forget about the big, teased bangs held up by a full can of hairspray. Those were the days when we had magazine … [Read more...]
Bobs and Lolo
Little One's BFF's Mommy (who happens to be my BFF) introduced us to the wonderful music of Bobs and Lolo sometime last year. Ever since, Little One just has to have the raindrop song playing all the time!In case you are new to Bobs and Lolo, these lovely, dynamic ladies are engaging, fun, inspiring, and they teach kids all about the natural world through music, dance, and … [Read more...]
Flashback Friday
There was a time when I actually thought I'd marry Jani Lane! Luuuuuuuuuv! I miss my high school days.I'm sure when Little One gets older she will think her Mama had poor taste in men. C'mon...You don't think the big hair and the tight pants were hawwwwt?Unlike my lovely friend, Jeanna at Wisconsin Candy Dish, I've never been to a sock hop! ;) However, I begrudgingly admit that … [Read more...]
I’m an ADDICT!!!
For those of you who don't already know, tonight was Opening Night for our musical. The audience was fantastic and the energy was just amazing. It was an absolute success! I'm looking forward to doing it all over again tomorrow night...and the night after that...and the following week!In case you have no idea what I'm talking about, check this link out.I'm on a natural high and … [Read more...]
And, I Love Her So
I was at rehearsal tonight. I always feel so full of life and energy at rehearsals. Every Wednesday night, I come home feeling like I'm on a natural high. This is the first thing I've done for myself since I gave birth to my daughter. I missed the creative part in me. I missed the camaraderie and the fellowship from working with others to create something amazing for people to … [Read more...]
Thoughtful Thursday
It took us two years, but the trim has finally been put on our new windows. It seems like every day we make some progress, but then there's always so much more that needs to be done. It feels like we're always one step forward, two steps back.My husband keeps telling me that "we have a roof over our heads, a comfortable house, food in our bellies, and a beautiful, happy, and … [Read more...]
Today is a Sad, Sad Day
I heard the news this morning and fell to my knees and cried. I gave my Little One an extra big hug and held her for a very long time.Lisa (a friend of mine from when I lived in Toronto, but now lives in Texas) and her husband just lost their son this morning to a terrible disease called MLD. I had never heard of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy before and I have been following … [Read more...]
Got A Secret
I disinfect all of Little Ones toys, her play mat, the door knobs (front door, bathroom, etc), and commonly touched objects (remote control and telephones) every time we have visitors...and especially when our visitors are Little One's friends!It's one of my many quirks. No, I'm not that paranoid. I know Little One needs to be exposed to germs in order for her to build up her … [Read more...]
Zombie
Wow. I knew it was too good to be true. I really have to stop boasting about how my baby sleeps from 9PM to 9AM. Really.A few nights ago, she was up ALL NIGHT. I kid you not. ALL NIGHT! She was sleeping in her crib in her room and Hubby and I were in our room up in the loft and down the hall from her. I could hear her making noise and crying, so I waited. I figured she'd stop … [Read more...]