Note: I received an early copy of The Body Electric by Allie Duzett for review, which is officially released today (May 14, 2013). No compensation was received and all opinions expressed are my own. When I first moved into this area, I met a mother with older kids that I admired. As a young mother…
Archives for May 2013
The New Nintendo Wii U – Fun for All Ages at Our #WiiU Party
I am a #NintendoEnthused Nintendo brand ambassador and received a Wii U console, games, and everything needed to throw a great Wii U party. No other compensation was received, but affiliate links are used within this post. All thoughts and photos are my own. I am not typically a party-thrower. I love attending parties…
It’s Not Mother’s Day ‘Til Someone Says, “I Hate You, Mom!”
I don’t have many (high) expectations for Mother’s Day. As long as I can get a nap (the height of luxury) and, if possible, avoid cooking all day, then I can end the day relatively satisfied. Why is it, then, that I come to the end of most Mother’s Days feeling like a horrible, unappreciated…
Waffle Iron Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
Strawberries were on sale the other day (huge, dark red, beautiful strawberries) and I swear they were calling to me. I had a massive craving for strawberry shortcake, but didn’t have a lot of time to make cake to go with it, so I decided to try out shortcake waffles. They were incredible. Warm, sweet,…
Mom and Me Belly Shot #PSF Give Me Your Best Shot
Way back when, in November 2010, I took maternity photos for a beautiful first-time pregnant mom. I was thrilled when she called me up again for a new set of maternity pics–this time with baby bump #2 and her soon-to-be-big-brother. Big brother was adorable-as-could be and full of personality. And he knew just what to…
Monsters University Activity Sheets (FREE Printables) #MonstersUEvent
Do you have any little monsters at home who are excited about Monsters University coming to theaters next month?? Here are a few free printables that will keep your monsters (or monster fans) occupied and entertained. Click any of the images below to download the PDF to print at home. Enjoy! “Like” MONSTERS UNIVERSITY on…
The Great Gatsby Movie Review
Note: I attended a screening of The Great Gatsby as press but received no compensation for writing this post. Like most other high school students, I read The Great Gatsby in one of my high school English classes. Let’s just say that I don’t remember hating it. This year, my oldest daughter, a junior in…
The Reading Connection – Community Reading Festival 5/11/13
This is a sponsored post announcing a fun family-friendly activity in the Washington DC area. All thoughts are my own. Looking for some family-friendly fun in the Washington DC area this weekend? The Reading Connection and Arlington Magazine are inviting area families to a Community Reading Festival this Saturday, where there will be stories read…
Cousins (In Utero!) Wordless Wednesday
I’ve photographed these two sisters before, but this week brought a very unique opportunity – a sisters maternity shoot! These two cousins will be about a month apart, but how fun will it be for them to look back on these pictures of their moms’ pregnant bellies together? Seven Clown Circus | Parenting By Dummies…
My Monsters University Class Notes #MonstersUEvent
I attended 5 excellent classes taught by the top Pixar “Professors” while on the #MonstersUEvent press trip. All travel expenses were covered but no compensation was received. All thoughts, opinions, and notes are my own. When I was in college (the first time around) I was known to my professors as a top-notch note-taker. I…