Author Archives: Jamie

Mike and I were able to go to the Cubs game on Sunday afternoon.  We didn’t actually go to Wrigley, instead we had rooftop tickets across the street on Sheffield.  I’ve always thought the rooftops looked like fun so when … Continue reading →

Kiddos playing during one of our many play dates.  And yes, the sidewalk paint was inspired by Pinterest. As were the oatmeal lemon bars I took for our playdate yesterday… YUM! My long-time friends from my high school days comment … Continue reading →

         Last weekend, we went to Grandpa and Grandma’s house to visit.  They took home our old swing set and set it up in their backyard – complete with a new glider swing.  The trio loved it.  I … Continue reading →

He looks like he’s up to no-good in this picture… probably because it eventually involves scissors and a glue stick. Bo’s teacher suggested in February that he may be ready for Kindergarten next year instead of participating in another year … Continue reading →

             Mike: “Do you like your new room?” (We had their room painted.) Anna: “Yes.” Mike: “Did you thank Mama?” Anna: “No.” Mike: “Don’t you think you should?” Anna: “No! Mama didn’t paint it!” I guess she’s got a … Continue reading →

We’ve lived here for just over 2 1/2 years and our house is finally starting to look like it’s actually our house!  Last week, we had the girls’ room, kids’ bathroom, and the guest room painted.  The kids’ bathroom is … Continue reading →

The trio and I had a pj day on Good Friday and spent the day lounging, playing, and dying Easter eggs.  We didn’t get fancy with our eggs – I had to create another activity just so they would have … Continue reading →

   Last week, over at Liberating Working Moms, I alluded to pictures with the Easter bunny as one of the many things driving me crazy.  Honestly, it ended up okay if I don’t think about the logistics of getting all … Continue reading →

This weekend, Grandpa and Grandma came to visit and built a playset for the trio. The playset has been in the works for quite some time – the beginning pieces were purchased last spring – and now it’s a reality. … Continue reading →

Between the latest book I’ve been reading before bed and the current craze over the Mega Millions jackpot, I’ve found myself daydreaming about how I’d use the money if I had “all the money in the world…”  <I swear I’ve … Continue reading →