Future Fortified is a campaign created by Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN). They help millions of women and children in developing countries get access to the essential nutrients they need to lead healthy, enriched lives. Nutrients that you and I take for granted. Essential nutrients - including vitamins, minerals, essential fats, and amino acids - also known as ...
i’m taking a field trip to Ikea!
Tomorrow, I am taking a field trip off-island to Ikea with one of my girlfriends! I'm super excited not only to spend some time with my friend, but let's face it - Ikea is like a toy store for grown ups! My house is small, and feels even smaller because it was built in the 1950's and the layout is poor. With a huge remodel - which would include an additional story, it would be a ...
color, click, capture photography challenge – purple
Welcome to Week Six of the Color, Click Capture Photography Challenge hosted by East9thStreet, A Helicopter Mom, Nap Time Is My Time and Sunshine and Sippy Cups. This week's color is PURPLE! If you know me in real life, then you're well aware of my track record with indoor plants. If they're not faking it, there not making it in our house. A few weeks ago, I picked up this cute ...
it’s super tuesday! did you cast your ballot?
Today is Super Tuesday. It's a big day for the Republican party. The most delegates are at stake today. And, with the variety of states participating we should be able to get a fairly good picture of which Republican candidate is most electable. Is your state participating? Mine is. Keep in mind, that if I were running for President, I'd focus on a few issues that are too often ...
motherhood mondays: my breast feeding story
There is a lot of talk in the mommy community about breast feeding versus bottle feeding. And it can be very intimidating, particularly for first time mommies. I knew from the moment that we learned we were pregnant that I would {try} to breast feed. To me, breast feeding is natural and the way that nature intended us to feed our children. Fast forward to the day The Boy was ...
Sunday funday!
Before The Boy was born, The Texan and I used to go to the movies every Sunday. We would take turns choosing the movie, and enjoy a nice lunch at one of our favorite restaurants. Sundays were always my favorite day of the week back then. The Boy is nearly three (yikes!) and today we're taking him to see his first movie! I'll be back tomorrow to let you know how the adventure ...