I've had this blog post drafted for the last six months. At first I was very excited to share it. Then the hope that we might really be able to have another child crossed my mind and that this post might be too premature. Then my insecurities set in and I thought it was a … Continue reading Let’s Get Real: 10 Reasons Having an Only Child is Awesome
Luke started kindergarten yesterday. It was very bittersweet. He was so happy and excited to finally go to kindergarten. We've been talking about it all summer. I was excited for him but sad at the same time. I haven't been looking forward to this day because it would mean the end of an era...in parenthood … Continue reading Let’s Celebrate! Luke Starting Kindergarten
Best Travel Advice from a Stranger Our flight was delayed on our way back from New Orleans to Chicago back in January. Luke was getting restless in the gate area and asking when we were going to board the plane. A man sitting near us started talking to us about a trick or activity he … Continue reading Let’s Travel! Luke’s Airplane Travel Essentials
This past fall, Charlie turned on the TV and the show American Ninja Warriors happened to be on. Luke immediately got into it. He loved watching the contestants climb, jump, and work their way from obstacle to obstacle and started to pretend he was a ninja warrior. After we watched a few shows, I decided to make … Continue reading Let’s Celebrate! Luke’s 5th Birthday Party at Windy City Ninjas
This post is all about Luke because today is his 5th birthday!! Happy birthday to you, Luke! You have changed my world for the better and you make me laugh EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. I can't imagine my life without you. I'm lucky to have a caring and loving son like you. I love how you always … Continue reading 5 Awesome Things I Love About My Preschooler
We have a major milestone this fall - Luke is starting kindergarten! (I got teary eyed just typing that). I remember when he was born and thinking school was so far away but now it's creeping up on us. I know he's really looking forward to it and is excited to start at a "real" … Continue reading Let’s Eat! EatPakd Lunches