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We are the sum of all of our experiences, these are some of mine. The good, the bad, and the people that make both all worthwhile.

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Along came Wesley
Along came Wesley

This is the story of how our Wesley, handsome and smiley little guy, made his entrance… not so fast, not so furious, and naturally absolutely adorable.

Hotwire, Hope, and Hormones: A Fertility Adventure
Hotwire, Hope, and Hormones: A Fertility Adventure

Trying for baby #3, detoured by Easter, chocolate chaos & a board game math trade—welcome to our fertility-fueled family getaway. It’s a trip!

Puka Cana: The Night of the Living Dread
Puka Cana: The Night of the Living Dread

Day 10 - Punta Cana

As night and day blended together we struggled to care for our sick little Lola and despite coming out of it with a relatively positive outcome what awaited us at the end of this day was more exhaustion and yet another ear infection for our poor adorable Wesley.

Join us for today's episode of license to spew.

Sister and brother fun day
Sister and brother fun day

Day 9 - Punta Cana

A day down south in Punta Cana that started out as a mirror image of any previous day that we had before it. As the day drew to a close however things took an unexpected turn and had me panicking as a parent like never before.

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Travelling daddy day care grand opening
Travel
Travelling daddy day care grand opening
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On our sixth day in Miami, Florida it was time to see if I had what it takes to take care of my two precious children while abroad in another country while Sophie attends a real estate conference. Cue mission impossible music.

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Florida day 3
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Florida day 3
Travel

On our third day in Florida we make plans to visit the zoo and rediscover this magical world through the eyes of our adorable little Lola. The journey reminds me of so much lost beauty and wonder in life. Join us as we rediscover life through the eyes of a child.

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Florida day 2
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Florida day 2
Travel

On our second day in Florida, we brave the wild jungle Manatee River with two canoe teams ready for anything and everything. What we find in our travels is nothing short of amazing. Join us in our wild ride down memory creation lane.

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Florida Day 1
Travel
Florida Day 1
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Our little growing family embarks on our third trip with our tiny Lola down to Florida this time. Join us as we share the ups and downs of travel with an infant.

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My Mother vs the Odds

A look back at what my mother had to endure while she raised her two children.

 

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Along came Wesley

This is the story of how our Wesley, handsome and smiley little guy, made his entrance… not so fast, not so furious, and naturally absolutely adorable.

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Our Family++

A story about two lovers fast tracking their lives to happiness and a family when suddenly infertility issues risks disrupting all of their plans.

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Life After Shreddies

An ode and eulogy to my best furry friend and family member, Shreddies. Nine years together side by side, through the best and worst of times. Her presence was a real blessing in my life and I will never forget the way you loved me.

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