The Great Christmas Tree Debate

Anyone else notice the Christmas decorations seem to be coming out sooner this year than during previous years?? A week ago we went to pick out our Christmas Tree. That’s right – – almost 2 full weeks BEFORE Thanksgiving! *gasp* I have NEVER been one to freak out about the timing of when to put…

Charley and the Sweet Tea

My Charley is hilarious. She is full of joy, she’s animated, and since the day she was born, she has been vocal. This all adds up to daily life moments that leave me tickled as I watch my little tot grow and explore the world. Recently that exploration included a few sips of her parents’ sweet tea. As…

Things People Say to Pregnant Women

You’d think people would learn. …yes, you’d think that after thousands of years of women having babies, people would finally learn what is and isn’t appropriate to say to a pregnant woman – this amazing specimen of a human being who sacrifices her body to complete the miraculous work and privilege of growing and carrying and nurturing…

TherapyLog – Things Kids Say

I love working in pediatrics. The kids I engage in therapy provide a constant stream of entertainment.
 They are hilarious, creative, and have the most unique perspective on this world we share. Thank God for children. “You just squeezed the hyper out of me… now I’m so slow!” – CLARK, 7 years old “I have…

Things I Learned – First Trimester of Pregnancy

Things I learned during the first trimester of pregnancy. That little bump you’re patting at 7 weeks is tomorrow’s trip to the bathroom. On that note… every trip to the bathroom resulting in #2 should be celebrated. …and it may or may not smell worse than anything you’ve ever encountered – dead or alive. Parental…