Our main highlight when visiting England was definitely coming to Oxford. We're a big fan of C.S. Lewis so we took a day trip to Oxford to do all things C.S. Lewis. The Kilns- AKA C.S. Lewis's home, where he wrote all of the Narnia books. About 2 weeks before arriving, I contacted The Kilns … Continue reading Things to do in Oxford
Colorado Springs was the perfect spot for our family holiday trip. There was something for everyone there. These were our favorite spots: Pike's Peak- Since we were here during winter, we called to check the road conditions. The top 6 miles were closed during our time there, but we still were able to soak in … Continue reading Things to do in Colorado Springs
I heard this quote awhile back, and it really stuck with me. “It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages.” Once a year, we take a trip just the two of us. Not because we don’t like our kids, but we like each other more. We’re so … Continue reading Kid-Free Trip: Sedona, AZ
Dear Margaux, We love you BIG. You complete our family. You are our dream come true. I am soaking up every minute with you because I know that babies don't keep. You communicate with us by making a little shriek noise. Instead of crying in the morning, I hear your shriek noise and I know … Continue reading Margaux: 7 months
The day before your birth, Dr. Boswell told me that I was still at 4cm and 60% effaced, the same for 2 weeks now. We scheduled your induction for your original due date of 2/20/2020. It was weird to schedule your birthday though. At the end of the appointment, she said, "I'm on-call this weekend; … Continue reading Margaux: Birth Story
Our sweet Eloise, You are such an entertainer. You love when we show you our undivided attention, clap, and making us laugh. This last weekend, your "cousins", Hadley & Karsyn, showed you their gymnastics skills. You got on their mat and bent your back backwards and popped your neck back. We clapped and laughed. You … Continue reading Dear 3 1/2 year old Eloise
We decided to have a little staycation for my birthday/Mother's Day weekend. We always passed by Hyatt Lost Pines when we head back to Louisiana, but this was our first time to actually stop and stay. We absolutely loved our stay here. I described being here like a cruise. There are plenty of actives for … Continue reading Hyatt Lost Pines
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