Fort Hood

My thoughts are those at Fort Hood.  Please take a minute and think about those who are hurting in Tx. And to those families who are out of touch with their love ones.   Please remember that military installations are not protected from crime. If you see something please call the proper authorities. 

Transitioning to work

Hello Readers, 

I hope your Monday was as great as mine was.. It was a huge day for me, I went back to work!!! Ahh yes I only took six weeks off, but I am ready to work again. I missed my baby, but I believe working will help clear my mind and keep me focus and keep me calm.  I worked my butt off for four years for my nursing degree; there is a reason for it. Cause I LOVE WHAT I DO.  I believe that really helped me transition well to working again. But my job isn't full time, but it another income for Spencer and I, and of course gets me my adult conversations.   Those are now precious to me. 


Any tips for new mom heading to work???

High Five For Friday

Hey y'all!!

I hope your week has been great like mine has. Had one bumpy night, but I can't complain. It is all worth it right??? If you don't have kids, you can't stay mad at them.. Heck no, especially if you go to wake her up she is just looking around


1.  My girlfriend who lives in Colorado and her mom hung out with me today!!!  I missed her so much. My hubby hasn't seen her for almost two years so it was a nice visit. It ended way too soon. 

2.  I LOVE GETTING PACKAGES!!! (of course they weren't for me :( ) poo.  but they were for Selina!!!!  Selina recently won (well she tied for first with her cousin), the cutest kid competition  on facebook so she got her winnings. :D  And Then her Uncle Chad knows I LOVE LOVE LOVE giraffes!! He mailed Sophia the Giraffe and a stuffed animal of Sophia.. I can't wait for her to start playing with toys. She is such a spoiled child.  :) 

3. My daughter's new honest diapers came in!!! yay!!! Strawberries, Cherries, Skull & Crossbones, peacock, and more :) 


4. Got to visit my co-workers, I haven't seen them since my last shift before I went into labor. I will be back working on monday, a little nervous but VERY EXCITED!!! 


5. I am a huge Michigan State Fan, espically basketball!!! So Sweet 16 game is here and tip off is at  1015 pm!!!  GO GREEN!!! 

Of course my lil daughter got to be the cutest fan out there!! 

GOOOO GREEN!!! 

Dutch Caramel Apple Pie

Dutch Caramel Apple Pie

Ingredients:

10 cups of Apple

1/2 cup of Sugar

1 Tablespoon Cinnamon 

Optional:  Caramel bits and/or chopped Cashews 

1 cup of Flour

3/4 cup of Sugar (I know two sugars.. I'll explain below)

1/2 Stick of soften Margarine

Pie Shell (Deep dish)

Directions:

Preheat the Oven to 400 degrees, (at this time I usually pull out the pie crust and the stick of margarine so it softens. FYI I keep my crust in the freezer until I use it) 

Core, cut the apples.  I generally use a core slicer and from there take the peel off. It is easier for me. 

Mix the apples with the 1/2 cup of sugar and the cinnamon.  I would gradually add the cinnamon and the sugar.  If you going to use caramel bits and/or cashews you can add it now.  (I am sure there is a variety of things you can add besides cashews or caramel)  Pour in the pie crust. 

With your hands mix 1 cup of Flour, 3/4 cup of sugar and 1/2 stick of margarine until crumbly. Then put on top of the apple filling and pat it lightly. 

Since the juices tend to seep out of the pie, I HIGHLY recommend putting something to cover the cookie sheet with. Much easier to clean up and also once the crust gets golden brown, I will cover the crust to protect it from burning. 

ENJOY!!! 

Selina's Room

Happy Sunday!!!


Remember last post, you just saw snap shots. Its your lucky day, you get to see the entire room now!!!


It has only been 5 weeks since Selina has made her big arrival into the world, but I already have Mom must haves.

1. Glider ( I have the ottoman, I think it is a nice plus but it is optional)
2. Vtech Video Digital Monitor ( Due to my severe/profound hearing loss, this is my LIFELINE, at first I was disappointed in it, but it was due to the lack of directions. Once we figured it out, it has been amazing!)

Currently has a Bundle Sale Going on

3. Graco Pack N Play with the newborn napper (I love this, we use ours as a changing station. And there is an option to allow your newborn to sleep in two different areas of the Pack N Play. Who knows if your newborn is gonna sleep in the crib right away. Also, you can hold it in your bedroom if you like your child to be in there for a while and then you can move it back into her or his room.. SO MANY DIFFERENT OPTIONS.

Graco Pack N Play with Newborn Napper

My number one must have.. glider with an ottoman. This Glider has two pockets one on each side. Perfect for little notebook, tablet, pens, and of course Water jugs. I know I am constantly thirsty when I am nursing. 

The Pack N Play!!!  

Selina's dresser with The Land of Craft Wreath above. If you haven't read my post about Land of Craft.. You better get to it. You can always come back and finish reading. 

The Land of Craft Old post!

Isn't it amazing. It just brings in a little simple and wonderful to the room!! I love it!!!! 

TheLandofCraft Etsy Shop

Bought this cute little basket from Target, Suppose to be a diaper caddy, but since the side of the Pack N Play has a place to hold diapers wipes and such. I am using this to hold things that I need while changing her clothes and such. Lotion, there is a brush, pacifier clip, headbands and of course LOTS AND LOTS OF spit rags. Sadly for my husband, he seems to always get the other end of the spit ups..  (hahaha)  Always got to have them on hand and easy to get to.

My amazing friend gave this subway art. Sometimes the best additions to rooms are those made by your talented friends.  Of course I already had a frame lying around waiting to be used. 

The vinyl on the wall I purchased from Target.  If I remember correctly I spend less than 30 dollars. 

The basket on the floor was purchased from Home Goods for 14.99, and it is serving as Selina's dirty clothes Hamper. 

The crib!!! 

LOVE THIS RUG!!! Bought it from Target. It was on sale and I used my Target Cartwheel which applied 15% additional off

My LIFE LINE!!! This is one of two cameras I have.  From the camera itself you can play music. :) And of course you can talk to your child through the monitor and camera. 

This is the monitor. Lots of different options.  

The quilt that started it all!!!! What an inspiration it served for me. Can't wait for Selina to be able to use it on her toddler bed. Yes, I bought a quilt so it can last many years rather than months.   I bought this from Etsy. 

Here is the Link to the Shop

A matching minky blanket! 

Hope you enjoy the rest of your Sunday!!!