Some Mom Time

While I was pregnant with Kori I used to enjoy a nice bubble bath several nights a week. I use to love my time to unwind, relax, and sip some tea or read a book. For obvious reasons its been a while since I've enjoyed some "me" time, especially since Brian has been working so much. I feel like hes never home and keeping up with a 7 month old by myself ( yup, 7 months! Time just keeps flying) is not always an easy task! I've been craving a nice relaxing bubble bath for a few nights but by the time I have been able to get a certain someone to bed *cough Kori cough* I've been too pooped too even stay awake for a bath. Tonight I stuck her in her swing in front of the TV ( does this make me a bad mom?) and snuck away to the bathroom for 15 min. Just long enough to drink a cup of Raspberry tea and think about the long "To-do" list I have before bed tonight. I even went all out and lit a candle, Vanilla of course to match my Warm Vanilla scented bubbles. Being a mom sure makes you enjoy the little things in life! 

4th of July

It was bummer that the 4th fell on a Tuesday this year which meant half of our crew including Brian had to head home Monday to be back for work but we made the best of it and Kori enjoyed her first fireworks show.

 Kori looked ADORABLE patriotic tutu. ( Another outfit from Aunt Bethany)

Here is the pretty sunset we got to enjoy while waiting for the fireworks to start.

We always go to the Battlefeild in Sackets and they always have the best display of fireworks, This year was no exception.

Another Fun Weekend At Sackets Harbor

        This time Brian was able to join us for another fun weekend with the family.Its always a blast at "Camp Chaos" and the weather was beautiful! ( Minus a terrible thunder/lightning storm in the middle of the night when Kaylyn's boyfirend Jimime had to be rescued from his tent!)

Kaylyn and I took Brian and Jimmie up to the "Sea Wall"

Kori in her new fancy swim suit from Aunt Bethany

Kori's Veggies

I've been making all Kori's food myself from fresh fruits and vegetables.. 
Not only is it so much healthier but A LOT cheaper! Here Is a new recipe I am trying today.. 


"Vegetable Medley"
ages 4-7 months
Serving contains Carbs/Vit E



1tsp olive oil
1 Lg Carrot peeled/chopped
1 Potato peeled/chopped
1 tbsp. Peas
2 tbsp Corn ( I skipped the corn bc I've read its hard for younger babies to digest)
4 tbsp water


Heat olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add carrot and fry until soft, about 5 min

Add potato,peas,corn,and water and stir to mix. Bring to boil then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for about 15 min stir occasionally. 


Puree in blender


( If yours turns out a little thick like mine, add a little breastmilk/formula.. for little ones who are just starting out on solids and trying new things this might help it taste more familiar)


After blending it I freeze in ice cube trays and then store in Tupperware/Freezer bags.That way you have perfect portion sizes! ( 1 serving = 1-2 cubes depending on baby)

Nothin' smells better then a clean baby

Kori has been loving bath time more then ever. 
She discovered how much fun splashing mommy can be! 

How cute are those nakey little baby buns!?

Don't let this innocent face fool you!

Princess of bath time 

*SPLish* SPLaSH* Kori's Kiddie Pool

We picked out a cute little kiddie pool for Kori that is just perfect for those really hot days. Today I set it up in the shade under a nice big tree in our yard 
(the same tree that her swing is hung in).
She had a fun time splashing her feet and we were even visited by a neighbor's (very pregnant) kitty. She came to check out what we were doing but one she spotted my crazy little mermaid in the pool she took off.

Here are some shots of my *big 5 month old!* playin' in her pool =]

Kori's First Trip to Sackets Harbor

Every Summer our family makes a couple trips up north to Sackets Harbor. My Great Grandparents live in a cottage right on the lake and its always a lot of fun! Memorial Day weekend was our first trip of the year     ( and Kori's first ever)

Here are a few captured moments from the weekend:

Mommy and Baby enjoying the beautiful weather

Cousin Noah and Kori

Lunch time..Bananans, Yum!

Morning snuggles with Cousin Mitch

Pretty new outfit made by Great Grandma

Fancy Matching Shoes

Mitchie "driving" Kori to Chuckie Cheese's

Some of the big cousins including Gaia, exchange student from Italy