tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75209146260054127062024-10-06T23:46:43.814-05:00This is to honor all mothers out there and to share our experiences!Marissa Oachshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13541174924924151464noreply@blogger.comBlogger95125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7520914626005412706.post-13106589072458497422014-09-30T10:26:00.001-05:002014-09-30T10:37:11.711-05:00

(should say 39 weeks for that last picture) I have never been so excited and proud to write about my birth than I am with this third birth of mine! And that is because I had a HOME BIRTH and a WONDERFUL WATER BIRTH and it was just as relaxing and amazing as I imagined (as much as labor can ever be anyways...) :) Let me start at the beginning... It all started with being a week and a half

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Well, it has been 6 months now since my beautiful baby daughter was born and I am finally taking the time to write down her entire birth story so I never forget it! It all started March 31, 2012 at 6:15 in the morning. (Fun Fact: I had picked this day in our family guessing game because I wanted an April baby and I knew God always has a different plan then I do! I was right!!) Another weird

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I haven't been updating my baby girl's months as much as I wanted to but I have just been so busy with both children, writing for The Review Stew, and figuring out where we want to move and live! But I have some extra time today so I can't wait to write about my beautiful baby! My daughter is nearing her five month birthday so here are some highlights from the last month... She is such a

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I can't believe my baby girl is ONE month old already! Time really flies by faster when this is your second child! Part of me is glad because these are the roughest days, but part of me is sad too because she is getting so big already! I am looking forward to her getting on a consistent schedule (I thrive on a schedule) because it will be so much easier to get out of the house, take care of my

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My Angel! Cuddling with Daddy! Easter with my Two Children! I love my cutie! Ready for her Baptism! First Family Pic! Holding her Uncle's Finger! Chillin' with Grandpa!

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Thanks to Jonathon Woods One of my favorite parts about spring is spring training. The great national pastime of baseball is also one of personal favorite past times. I remember when I was a kid, my dad would load me and my brother up in his old station wagon and we would drive to Atlanta to watch David Justice and the Atlanta Braves. Atlanta is the closest major city will professional

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1. If you were free to just hop in the car and drive, where would you go? Or, if you could hop a plane and go anywhere, where? If I was hopping in the car to go anywhere, it would depend if it was with kids or not! :)  With kids, I wouldn't go very far...I am not a big car ride person...especially with kids! I would maybe go shopping or out to eat :) Without kids, I would

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37 weeks pregnant I can't believe I have made it to full term! This second pregnancy journey for me has gone easier in some ways than my son's (no swelling this time, easier adjustment to weight gain, stretch marks, looking huge, etc) but harder in others (a lot more pain in my back and other areas, a lot of nerve pain in legs, and a lot more tired since I have to chase after/keep up with

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Welcome to Five Question Friday!! Just click the button above to find the questions for this Friday and post them on your own site! 1. Are you looking forward to the time change this weekend? No I kind of dread it because then my son's schedule gets all mixed up and I get even less sleep...plus don't we LOSE an hour this time... 2. Are you getting the new iPad/would you want a iPad? I

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Written by Fermin Washington I love to follow other people’s blogs, even if I do not know the person. It is like reading a really interesting book except they are real life. I like to read blogs people write about their kids. They are usually so funny and I never to what to expect. I also like to read blogs about travel and vacations that people take. When I read those blogs, I am living

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I would love to make more of an effort on this site updating what preschool activities I find around the web and do with my son! There are so many great sites out there that provide preschool learning resources for FREE and I am so appreciative! Today I want to feature 1+1+1+1 and their awesome Mommy & Baby matching printables! My son LOVES these and has been having a blast matching them

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Michael Dunnagan was never supposed to sail on the Titanic, nor would he have survived if not for the courage of Owen Allen. Determined to carry out his promise to care for Owen’s relatives in America and his younger sister, Annie, in England, Michael works hard to strengthen the family’s New Jersey garden and landscaping business. Annie Allen doesn’t care what Michael promised Owen. She

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This is a guest post written by Joseph Sandoval When I moved recently I was wondering if it was the right decision. I knew my salary had gotten cut but was it rash of me to downsize so soon? The good news was that I got this new place dirt cheap because the market’s so good right now and the even better news (well, kind of) is that I got laid off a month after I moved so it was a

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If you are a fan of country music and/or Randy Travis, then you have GOT to check out Randy Travis' new album, Anniversary Celebration, that celebrates his 25-year career. It was released on June 7 and features some great artists that sing along with Randy Travis on the tracks! The artists include: Zac Brown Band, Kristin Chenoweth, Kenny Chesney, Don Henley, Alan Jackson,

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Posted by Hyman Weeks Do you crave drama and excitement? You're not the only one. My personal life could be described as "quiet" if you're being nice, "dreadfully boring" if you aren't. That's why I love action-packed, dramatic, controversial awards shows. What's my favorite awards show? Without a doubt, it's definitely the MTV Video Music Awards. The first time I watched the MTV Video Music

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This is a Guest Post contributed by Alfredo Gaines The best science fiction TV show of all time in my eyes is The X-Files. This show is basically about a team of two FBI agents, and they investigate various cases involving supernatural activity. These two FBI agents deal with some of the most bizarre, and insane extraterrestrial types of activity that has ever been witnessed on television. Over

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I am a stay-at-home mom. Sometimes I think to myself, "This is the life!” My favorite parts of being a stay-at-home mom are that I never have to change out of my pajamas, I don't have to brush my teeth in the morning if I don't want to (it is gross, I know, but I don't HAVE to!), and I get to see every milestone, every smile, and every hug from my son! I often wonder when I answer the door in

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Guest post written by Jay Dortch Now that it's 2011, I decided to take the New Year and really focus on weight loss and exercise. Now that I am a little older, it is imperative that I stay in good health. I love my life, and I want to continue enjoying it for many more years. This year is going to be one of self-improvement, and I've already done some things that are indicative of good things to

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EcoStore NZ was founded more than 15 years ago by Melanie and Malcolm Rands from their home in an eco village in New Zealand. All of the families that lived in the farm based eco village shared a commitment to organic growing and healthy living, making this an ideal environment in which a young, environmentally conscious business could thrive. Each household in the village was responsible for

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I apologize for not writing on this blog in so long! I have been so busy over at The Review Stew cooking up so many great review and giveaways for all my great readers!!! However, I have had a ton on my mind but have just pushed it to the back for another day....that doesn't seem to work very often though...it tends to build up and explode at some point. Which may explain why I have been short

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It isn't often I have giveaways on this blog...so it is all your lucky days! But I just knew you all would love these products from Purely Products so I had to share! Let me start first by talking about Purely Products and their Pocket Purifier. Purely Products create responsible products for responsible living. They are focused on developing eco-friendly products for clean and

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When I was breastfeeding, one of the most frustrating things was finding something to cover up with when on the go! It is especially hard to find something to cover up with on the go AND something fashionable! However, it is your lucky day because I have found a great company that I want to share with you that creates fashionable cover ups that can also be used for so many more uses! It is

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Well, it has been two weeks since I last weighed in....not that good of news today.. I only lost about 1 pound if even... However, I am not too worried about the scale. That is only a number! My self image and self confidence is coming back as I see my body changing before my eyes! I am finally starting to see a flat stomach, smaller thighs and butt and more tone! That is all I want - I don't

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  So I really want to start making my own baby food now that summer is here and the vegetables and fruits are in season (and cheaper!) But I am having trouble on deciding what food processor to buy! I have looked at so many and I just don't know which one to go with! The pictures are some of the ones I am considering. Do you use any of these and do you recommend them? I know many of

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Welcome, Welcome, Welcome! IT is finally Friday - I love Fridays because I look forward to my husband being home all weekend and relaxing with me and the little guy! What do you love about Fridays? Feel free to look around! This blog is dedicated to honoring all mothers and sharing our experiences with each other! Sometimes, it is the only way I get through the days! :o) I would love to

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