It’s been a gooood minute since I’ve posted anything to the blog. I have no good excuses. Honestly, I was being lazy - I’m sorry, friends. However I am happy to share since going radio silent, some pretty darn cool things have happened here! Let's see. I was in a wedding and wore make-up for the first time. Ty had a few playdates. We started going to tot time at a local Aquatic Center - Ty loves the water. Lemme see, what else... oh, we were elated to find out Ty is going to be a big God-brother!


To make up for going M.I.A., I will be dropping a couple posts this week to catch you guys up. Just a note, I’ve been holding on to these for a little over a week. Given the recent sadness impacting my community and our society as a whole right now, it just felt right to hold off.

But I digress. First and most exciting to me personally, Tyson turned ONE! Check out some pics and a post about the weather drama that unfolded.

Also, since ditching the bottle, I’ve discovered I have a picky eater on my hands. I’m sharing a few of my go-to recipes that are not only cheap, but also quick.

Oh! I can’t forget about my locs. Hooneeeey, my hair is fabulous. I have been so happy with this transformation. I plan (operative word ‘plan’) to put together a quick video for you guys, but Ty has been clocking 30 minute naps consistently so that might just be a pipe dream. Nevertheless, I will attempt because I feel like I owe you guys!

Alright buds, that’s it for now. I hope you can forgive my absence. I promise I won’t leave you again…ok well, I promise I will try not to leave you again.

Peace

- Do people still say ‘peace?’ Even if they don’t - I stand by that sign-off.

Ty turned one almost a month ago. Although he was completely oblivious to this major milestone, he was content to enjoy a day of bubbles and poor dietary decisions.

I was tremendously eager to have an outdoor party. I was lucky enough to reserve a pavilion at a local park that he loves. On the morning of the party, it was pouring down rain. The forecast predicted a 100% chance for rain and thunderstorms. Not just rain, but friggin thunder-storms. We waited throughout the morning hoping the clouds would roll on past but finally had to accept our fortune. I few group texts and a couple phone calls later the party was moved from the picturesque park we had reserved to Ty’s grandparents’ house.

So we packed up the car and headed to my parents’ house. It was all hands on deck. Thanks so much to all our family that helped set things up. Even Ty’s sleepy, pregnant Godmother pitched in.

Amidst the commotion of getting ready I somehow forgot to note the sunshine spilling through the windows. And would you believe it…the sun kept shining and not a single drop of rain fell from the sky.

In the end Ty had a wonderful day. I however am admittedly still a little peeved that we didn’t get the park pavilion, playground, spray pad party I had planned for. Nevertheless I am pleased to report it went off without a hitch. You know, it’s true what they say. It all happens so darn fast, it’s easy to miss it. I’m so happy I’ve been able to spend this last year watching Ty grow. It’s been a gift.

To say that I have a brown thumb would be a courtesy that I have not earned. From tiny window plants to sad attempts at curb appeal to handcrafted (albeit DIYed) garden boxes, I have killed every plant my hands have ever touched. In the interest of full disclosure I will share that I do have a sad little basil plant on my kitchen windowsill. It cleaves to life as I struggle to bring it back from the brink of death either from overwatering or perhaps now under watering. Thankfully, my total inability to nurture does not apply to sweet little boys. My son is laughing, pooping and generally growing at an almost alarming rate. And while I have had my fair share of babysitting gigs absolutely nothing could have prepared me for the rollercoaster ride of motherhood. Absolutely. Nothing. (On a side note, shout out to all the single mothers. If it were not for my fantastic husband I am convinced I would have left this little bugger at a roadside produce stand by now.)


So, Ty just turned 8 months and I find myself wondering where did the time go? He used to be a little sack of potatoes, eating and sleeping around the clock. Now he’s a person. He has likes and dislikes and it astounds the crap out of me. He basically does something new everyday. How amazing is that? How many of us can say we do something new everyday? So let’s take a lesson from Ty. What new thing are you doing today? Try a new restaurant. Take the long way to work. Check out an online skills site like Skillshare or Lynda. There is no shortage of new things to learn, see and do. Go forth and discover.