Chasing Ri and Bo

The Daycare Dilemma

Daycare is basically college for children under the age of five. The cost will make you want to die cry and the prep work is so time consuming that it could function as a full-time job.  My mind is literally blown every day when I make it through drop-off and get to my desk on time. And…… Continue reading The Daycare Dilemma

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The Daily Dinner Struggle

Dinnertime in our house has become a constant battle. It’s chaotic, messy, and usually results in tears – mostly from Riley, but I definitely join in on the waterworks from time to time. As a mom of two, who works full-time, planning dinners is hard; ok that is the understatement of the century. Planning dinners…… Continue reading The Daily Dinner Struggle

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Mommy’s Hiding in the Closet Again…

Before Bode was born, I often wondered how people survived with more than one kid. In a fleeting moment of self-reflection, I realized I could barely get myself out of the house when it was just Riley and I.  And when I did, I usually hadn’t showered, had spit-up on my shirt, and goldfish stuck…… Continue reading Mommy’s Hiding in the Closet Again…

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No Judgement, Please.

Dear Moms and Dads of the World, I want you to know that I am guilty. Guilty of judging you and your parenting choices. Before having my own kids, it was easy to look at a situation and say, “I will never do that.” Well, I have kids now and let me just say, I…… Continue reading No Judgement, Please.