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Locker Soccer
A few months ago my little guy saw some guys practicing soccer as we drove past the park. He immediately started asking a million questions (like most 2 year olds do) and through his questions he found out that his daddy played soccer and loved it. Like a lot of young boys, his dad is his number one hero, and learning that he played soccer was the most amazing thing he had heard all week. Owen started showing interest in playing soccer immediately.
In typical Eryn form I started researching soccer programs for young children and digging into what makes each program different. For Owen's age (3 years old) I was mainly looking for a program that was play based with great coaches. Through all my research, I found that Locker Soccer was the one program that stood out.
Baby Elizabeth
Baby Elizabeth is here and we are so in love. I have been living in this newborn bliss for the last three weeks, snuggles, nursing, kisses, baby coos, the sweet smell of baby, ahh! I never want these moments to end. As a mom of three I know all too well that time moves so quickly and I need cherish every moment and that's exactly what I've been doing.
Day In The Life | Beloved Photography | January 2017
It wasn't until summer of 2016 that I learned to start loving my imperfect house and embracing this season in our lives. We have two beautiful kids and another on the way, our marriage is strong, we are healthy, and we are still young. We are building our careers, creating memories with our kids, and I refuse to focus so much on what needs fixed and miss what is right in front of me.
PreciouStatus at Foundations Learning Academy
I recently learned about an app that Foundations Learning Academy in Hilliard has implemented. PreciouStatus - it allows the caregivers at Foundations Learning Academy the ability to keep the parents informed throughout the day on everything from how much their child ate, to diaper changes, potty training updates, other items that you'd find on the normal daily sheet at pick up as well as other alerts and then of course pictures! :-)
A Little Bit of Honesty....
DISCLAIMER!!! This post is something that has been weighing heavy on my heart over the last several months and I really want to take some time to share some of my thoughts on the subject. I love being a mom, I love sharing my favorite kid spots, I adore my family, and I love all of your families even though I haven't met them all. I take great pride in what I write and I only ever want to give you quality pieces. If we go somewhere "new and trendy" but I feel like I was let down - I simply don't share it with you. That business could have been having a bad day, short staffed, or whatever. My goal is not to hurt businesses but to help the families of Columbus and I believe to do that I need to be totally honest is everything that I share. I hope you'll read this and understand where my heart is and not simply think that I'm complaining because I'm not. I just feel like some of these things need to be said. I would love your feedback.
Our Favorite Mother/Daughter Spots | December 2016 | 614 Mom
Remember, it's not always about what you do or how much money you spend, it's about spending quality time just the two of you. These are memories she will look back and remember. She may remember that time you slipped on ice, or the way you laughed when she told a joke, she may remember you teaching her to ice skate and making her get back up when she fell, or the way you'd kiss her boo boo. The point is, she will remember these moments big or small and it's important to have these special memories between just the two of you.
Chinese Lantern Festival | December 2016 | 614 Mom
The Sunday after Thanksgiving, we bundled up the kids and we headed to the Ohio Chinese Lantern Festival. This was a new experience for all of us but it's safe to say that it's a new favorite.
Sweet Gifts For The Mamas In Your Life | Shop Local | 614 Mom
My favorite gifts are the thoughtful gifts that come from the heart. The ones that you can tell someone put a lot of thought and love into. I've complied a list of really sweet gifts to give the mom (or grandma) on your list this holiday season. The best part? All the items on this list are from local businesses. Shop local while getting something to be treasured for a lifetime by the mama you're shopping for. Moms - send this to your significant other. Husbands/Wives/Boyfriends/Girlfriends - book mark this page, it will still be here in April when you're starting your Mother's Day shopping. ;-) I do this because I love you!