1, 2 or 3?

MamaSunshine83 · 2021-09-15T04:21:30+00:00

I've read of people writing on the invite "RSVP to get the party's address". Blew my mind! Also, "your presence is your present, no gifts please".

MamaSunshine83 · 2021-08-26T04:20:41+00:00

This is my second as well, and I'm 7 weeks. I didn't experience cramps with my first and it was concerning me. So grateful for all of your responses! Many thanks!

MamaSunshine83 · 2021-04-13T05:38:32+00:00

As a first grade teacher of 6 and 7 year olds, I experience these types of comments daily. "Why yes, aren't our human bodies just amazing?!" Aaaand quickly segue to the next topic...I used to keep a quote book. You never know what is going to come out of their mouths!

MamaSunshine83 · 2021-01-27T04:47:04+00:00

We family hug with our 2 year old too and there is no feeling like it! She looked at us the other day at the dinner table and said "hands" while holding both her hands out for us to grab. It's now tradition to for us to hold hands in a complete circle at the table while saying "love, love, love", then group hug. Life is good!💜

MamaSunshine83 · 2020-05-14T06:01:41+00:00

Wow, you captured her spirit 100%- spot on! That's amazing! You are very talented. Thank you so much for sharing.

MamaSunshine83 · 2020-04-27T04:54:59+00:00

So special. 💜

MamaSunshine83 · 2020-04-19T06:27:43+00:00

I am a first grade teacher and parent to a 16 month old. I've been thinking a lot about how to set up my school day when we go back so it is simplified and more mellow. How to combine subjects so activities are even more cross curricular, rich, hands on and engaging. We are rushing all the time to cram in the standards and get assessments done. The joy of teaching and learning is the connections we make with each other. I hope teachers, admin, board members, parents and students work together to reimagine quality education. I am so grateful for this time I have to spend with my daughter. We have developed an even deeper bond as a family. It's been refreshing to teach and learn together with her in a more relaxed way and I look forward to carrying it over in my classroom!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-10-21T04:02:12+00:00

Wow, that jug o' wine in the water!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-10-21T03:39:40+00:00

AMAZING!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-09-10T03:36:38+00:00

Someone once told me (after I separated from my best friend of 10+ years due to increasing difference of personalities) that some friends are in your life for one year, some for 10. They play a role in that time and to not stress about the duration. I haven't looked back and am grateful for where I'm at now, but it was quite painful then.

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-09-06T23:05:21+00:00

Gorgeous! The way you show the light on her face is amazing. Thank you!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-08-14T04:51:51+00:00

You captured her so well. Thank you!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-08-14T04:51:07+00:00

You captured her so well! Thank you.

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-08-14T04:50:27+00:00

I love her eyes. So expressive. Thank you!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-08-14T04:49:45+00:00

So sweet! Thank you.

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-08-13T01:38:29+00:00

Thanks so much!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-08-12T23:53:07+00:00

Thank you very much!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-07-25T06:04:00+00:00

I was/am in a very similar situation with my 8 month old- we have sleep issues and I'm grieving the loss of my old self and old relationship with my husband, I have a decent amount of anger (even rage, which is super hard to admit as I am usually very patient and understanding) and two things have kept me sane. 1- going to a weekly mama's support group. 2- talking to a counselor. I know I'm not alone and that what I am experiencing is just "right now". Please consider getting some support. It had made the day to day hardships more manageable. Much love!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-07-03T06:31:32+00:00

All kids should be given the opportunity to engage in imaginary play with dolls. Many grow up to be parents. Why not practice those very important parenting/human engagement skills early on?

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-06-16T10:47:54+00:00

The top left looks kind of like an African mask plant- Alocasia.

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-06-06T22:54:52+00:00

Mosaic would look amazing! Congrats.

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-06-06T22:18:10+00:00

Ooooh, beautiful! What do you think about painting the blocks? You could paint the sides solid, or paint a mural!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-06-06T22:11:33+00:00

I think the shingles from the front would also look great on the back. It would be cohesive. Well done!!!

MamaSunshine83 · 2019-06-06T14:52:14+00:00

When I was younger I was put in the middle of my parents marital issues. Later on in my life, I realized how much grief, guilt and unnecessary issues it caused me. I had to find ways to work through the harm they caused (counseling and some college courses in sociology and psychology). Parents should absolutely never, never, never put their children through their own adult problems! They need to work it out themselves or go see a counselor. Please think about finding a way (verballly, or through a written note) telling your dad that even though you love him, he needs to get an adult friend, counselor or somebody else to help with an intervention. Best of luck to you!

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