Ages + Stages

It's one of my family's favorite things to do, hunting for little plastic eggs in a field of grass.  We wouldn't miss it for the world, so I'm really happy to share some options for Easter activities here in...

A large black spider slowly crawled across my living room ceiling. He was difficult to ignore not only because of the contracting white ceiling and black body, but also because of his slow, constant movement. This particularly brave arachnid decided it would be best to crawl across the middle of the ceiling, taunting me with his long legs just out of reach. I shouted, “GROSS!” And the spider suddenly stopped moving. He could hear me. That made me feel like he should probably go. I don’t want a spider spy in my house!

He was 1 pound, 11 ounces – the tiniest human I had ever seen. Our micro-preemie. His body was the size of a vending-machine soda bottle with a tennis-ball head perched on top. Matchstick fingers and toes wiggled madly. Waiting for Contact I...

Knowing these incredible families who have lived all over the world, whose kids are resilient and strong and know how to be good friends in a short amount of time is so worth the pain of saying goodbye. We have the most beautiful memories to hold onto. Pictures to look back on. And social media to keep us connected as the next journey begins.

Tonight was like most weeknights at our house – busy!  Getting kids home from school just in time to get them back out the door; one to volleyball practice and one to jiu jitsu open mat.  With both kids...

When sweet Meg offered to come to our house before 8 am to capture pictures of our family in our home, I was so super excited! The majority of my mornings are crazy and ridiculous, and 90% of the time...

... And something amazing happened! No, I didn't turn into a hippie. I still shave my arm pits. I literally did not shampoo or use soap in my hair for 4 weeks, even though my goal was 6 weeks. WHY you...

Child care routines have changed recently for many Colorado families. Most schools are closed, as are some child care centers. But parents... you are not alone! A state program called Colorado Shines has your back with lots of resources. Help...

Are you a new year's resolution type of gal? Do you make them? Do you keep them? Do you need a little encouragement now that we’re well into the new year? Still thinking about it? It's never a bad time...

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