Next week I will be closing this blog. If you are still out there and read, make the jump to my new home - life by nicole (same name, new blog). Hope to see you over there!
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Monday, January 2, 2012
I've moved!
After quite a long hiatus I am breaking back into the blog world. And what better way to break back in but with a new blog. That's right - I'm leaving this blog behind and am staring a new one. The name is the same, but the link has changed. If you're still out there, come on over and joine me!
Click on my photo or here to head over to my new home!
{Please update your readers if you'd like to keep up with me as I will soon be deleting this blog}
Thursday, August 11, 2011
50 days of summer
Today marks the end of my summer break. I'm back to work today, gearing up for a new school year --- a very new year for me as I'm back in the classroom again. I'm looking forward to this new adventure but it's a bittersweet feeling, leaving behind my fun and relaxed days of summer with Nora. I am so thankful for the time I had with her this summer. I saw so much happen - she learned to crawl, started babbling more, began eating finger foods, started pulling up on furniture, tackled climbing stairs, sprouted her first tooth. I was there for it all and am lucky to have a career that allowed me the time to experience this. We had lots of fun reading books, playing with toys, swinging, going on playdates, attending story time at the library - it was definitely a busy and fun-filled summer.
On my first day off for the summer, I made the decision I was going to take a picture every weekday we were home together. At the end of last week that totalled 50 days {weekdays}. Thanks to the ease of a phone with a camera, I was able to snap pictures while we were both at home and on the go. I have compiled them all together...a pretty fun to document our summer together and the experiences we had.
Take a look and you'll see why I've been very absent from the blog this summer. I wouldn't have done it any other way.
On my first day off for the summer, I made the decision I was going to take a picture every weekday we were home together. At the end of last week that totalled 50 days {weekdays}. Thanks to the ease of a phone with a camera, I was able to snap pictures while we were both at home and on the go. I have compiled them all together...a pretty fun to document our summer together and the experiences we had.
Take a look and you'll see why I've been very absent from the blog this summer. I wouldn't have done it any other way.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
eleven months +
After having drinks with a friend last night I realized it was high time to get back on this blog and post a photo of Nora at eleven months. I'm quite late in posting this time --- she'll be one year old in just ten days. Absolutely amazing to me. We have had a blast watching Nora grow and learn this summer. She is more fun than we could have imagined.
If you're reading, stay tuned...I'm working on a little project to show what Nora has been up to this summer.
AND, if you enjoy reading other blogs, please consider visiting Liz over at Mabel's House. She is a new mom and is dealing with some pretty difficult health issues. A thought or prayer for her would be appreciated.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
on the move
Our monthly photo shots have become a little more difficult.
On another note, I have LOVED my time at home with Nora this summer. My absence on this blog has been due to lots of play time, reading, play dates, library visits, and laughing. It's been great.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
changes
It's been close to a month since I last posted. And I've enjoyed some time away from the computer. I've still tried to read my favorite blogs but it was a nice feeling being free from the "need" to post. I'm coming back with some updates and some changes.
I have three more days of school which means three more days until my role as an elementary instructional coach comes to an end. It's a funny transition. I'll be transitioning to a totally different role but I'm thrilled and excited. The world of third grade awaits me and I'm excited to set up a classroom, read books, teach math (yep, sis), and spend my days with kids again. I'm leaving behind some great friends on my coaching team. We had a cozy breakfast together today; our last gathering as a team. They gave me a darling necklace with Nora's picture and a card with beautiful personal messages. I am so thankful and lucky to work with wonderful women.
Just wanted to pop in and let you all know that yes, I am still here, I'm still checking in on my blogs, and most importantly, I'm enjoying my last days of school and my time with my family. Hope you all are as well.
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Nora is 9 months old. Just crazy. She is developing quite the personality too. Laughing when she's happy, excited, or humored and crying when she's mad, sad, or frustrated. She's saying "da da" and "ma ma". Her favorite method of movement is rolling. She can roll quite fast and with rather good precision (we have had to baby proof). No crawling forward yet but some backward scoots. She is quite the little baby --- Hubby and I are proud.
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I have three more days of school which means three more days until my role as an elementary instructional coach comes to an end. It's a funny transition. I'll be transitioning to a totally different role but I'm thrilled and excited. The world of third grade awaits me and I'm excited to set up a classroom, read books, teach math (yep, sis), and spend my days with kids again. I'm leaving behind some great friends on my coaching team. We had a cozy breakfast together today; our last gathering as a team. They gave me a darling necklace with Nora's picture and a card with beautiful personal messages. I am so thankful and lucky to work with wonderful women.
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Summer is almost here and it's going to be a busy one. We have a few quick weekend trips planned but I know my time off will be filled with activity: setting up previously mentioned classroom, doing some cleaning and organizing at home, and going on outings with Nora. I don't want to keep her (or I) cooped up in the house all summer so we have some outings planned at the library and playgrounds. I'm excited to watch her explore new things.
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Just wanted to pop in and let you all know that yes, I am still here, I'm still checking in on my blogs, and most importantly, I'm enjoying my last days of school and my time with my family. Hope you all are as well.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
breathing during a break
My posting has been sketchy at best the last few weeks. Work has been so busy and at nights all I want to do is play with Nora and bum on the coach with the DVR and my Hubby. I've been lacking for both inspiration and motivation to post. The minute I felt like my blog became a must rather than a want, I knew it was time for a break.
I have three weeks of school left. I'm looking forward to focusing on Nora this summer. Trips to the park, library, play dates, games, naps, walks - I'm ready for a summer like I've never had before. Maybe I'll pick the blog back up but only if it's a natural want, not a must.
I'll start this break with an 8 month photo of Nora. She actually is 8 1/2 months now but we just took her 8 month photos this past weekend. And I felt pretty bad about it. But, that is life. No matter, she's still cute. :)
I have three weeks of school left. I'm looking forward to focusing on Nora this summer. Trips to the park, library, play dates, games, naps, walks - I'm ready for a summer like I've never had before. Maybe I'll pick the blog back up but only if it's a natural want, not a must.
I'll start this break with an 8 month photo of Nora. She actually is 8 1/2 months now but we just took her 8 month photos this past weekend. And I felt pretty bad about it. But, that is life. No matter, she's still cute. :)
{Nora needs a break too}
Saturday, April 30, 2011
bliss list ~ april
I know I say this every time but holy moly this month went by quickly! April was so busy --- the crazy days at work flew by and a night it was play, eat, and to bed...for all of us! In fact, things have been so busy I've really neglected the old blog. Luckily, I had a few posts already created and set up for publishing but I miss the time to think about things I'd like to share and reading posts from all the other great bloggers out there. Nonetheless, another month has passed and I found time to squeeze in a list of things I enjoyed this April.
The Royal Wedding ~ Yep, I watched it. I'm not ashamed. It is history, after all. And after spending a month in England (London and Brentwood, Essex to be exact) in 2003 and another week there in 2007, I enjoy watching some of the pomp and circumstance of these events. I wouldn't say I've been obsessed (Did you see the Royal Wedding episode on The Middle? I swear, I'm not that bad!) but I did set the DVR so I could watch the event in its fully glory. :)
The Royal Wedding ~ Yep, I watched it. I'm not ashamed. It is history, after all. And after spending a month in England (London and Brentwood, Essex to be exact) in 2003 and another week there in 2007, I enjoy watching some of the pomp and circumstance of these events. I wouldn't say I've been obsessed (Did you see the Royal Wedding episode on The Middle? I swear, I'm not that bad!) but I did set the DVR so I could watch the event in its fully glory. :)
The Amazing Race ~ Still talking TV this is a show I have loved for years and continues to be a Sunday night staple for Hubby and me. I love this show. It's definitely a reality show but in my opinion is maybe a little more real than some of the other shows out there. It's fun to watch the teams compete, see the contestants crazy personalities, and cheer for your favorites.
Flats ~ I've tried heels but they just don't like me feet. My feet love flats. Lucky for me, there are many cute shoes out there in shoeland. I love this time of the year too - I'm not quite ready to wear flip flops or sandals but can wear my flats without socks. They're easy to dress up or wear casually.
Books ~ I have the pleasure of returning to the classroom next year (3rd grade!) and while I already have some books for my classroom library they are most likely a little dated. I need some new titles that are current and that kids are into reading. Enter, Scholastic! I loved their book order pamphlets as a kid and still love them as a teacher! I made a nice big book order this week for myself and am excited about the possibilities for my classroom library next year. I can't wait to see that Scholastic box up in the front office!
Nora ~ This girl just makes me happy!
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