Oh, the places you’ll go! First stop: preschool.

Dear Avery, Today you started your first day of preschool! You are no longer a baby, but a tiny person. It is so incredible how fast time goes. There is no doubt in my mind that you will LOVE school. Not only do you make friends easily, but you are already such a smart kid.Continue reading “Oh, the places you’ll go! First stop: preschool.”

Family Memories: Lake Tahoe 2014

Dear Aves, Last week we spent the week as a family in Lake Tahoe, one of my favorite places in the world. Your mom picked me up from the airport on the way to the lake, and you were in the back seat, asleep. Every time I see you, you’ve changed, grown up so beautifully.Continue reading “Family Memories: Lake Tahoe 2014”

Keep Calm and Glamp On

Dear Avery, This past weekend I experienced my first ever GLAMPING trip. What’s “Glamping”? It simply means “glamorous camping”…and by that, it means camping without the tent or sleeping bag. It’s “camping” in a cabin with a bed, electricity and a full bathroom…but in the middle of nature. You get the point. We went inContinue reading “Keep Calm and Glamp On”

The 4 guys you’ll (probably) date

Dear Avery, My first crush was in 3rd grade. I distinctly remember wanting to sit next to a certain boy during story-telling time. I also remember having no idea WHY that was. The rest was history. Many more crushes were in store for me,  and boyfriends to come into my life. BUT, I was notContinue reading “The 4 guys you’ll (probably) date”

Oscar Nomination Predictions – 2014

Dear Avery, It’s that time of year again. We take a look back at the year’s best of the best films (or so the academy thinks!). This year, as a whole, I’ve been underwhelmed (sad trombone). And my favorite movie, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, got no love! None! I still believe we areContinue reading “Oscar Nomination Predictions – 2014”