Nicole

Hello, I'm Nicole, an engineer by degree but a creative at heart! I am the author of this family, lifestyle blog.

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A Jewelry Party

A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending my very first jewelry party hosted by Natasha who blogs at Lovely You. She sells handmade jewelry via her Etsy shop, Lovely You Boutique! Having asked to be a host I…

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A Gift from Maddie

If you follow me on Instagram then you’ve seen the majority of the photos within this post (sorry!).  That said, last night Maddie and I filled a couple of Mason jars full of candy then I added a few festive touches to…

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Sausage and Cheese Pull Apart Bread

I recently started following Julie at Table for Two.  At least once per week I see a recipe that I’d like to try but don’t quite have the time.  This past Sunday morning I got up determined to give her…

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Why I Won’t be Piercing Maddie’s Ears

…at least not any time soon! Quite often I get asked when I plan to pierce Madison’s ears. My response…“When/if she tells me she wants it done.” As a parent, I believe it is my responsibility to love, protect and…

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Leaves

We have a huge tree in our front yard.  It’s quite lovely watching it change with the seasons.  The only downside is the leaves that fall off in autumn.  Although the abundance of leaves makes for a cute photo opportunity,…

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Dealing with the “A” Word

Did you know:  The Autism Awareness Ribbon (not pictured here) — The puzzle pattern reflects the mystery and complexity of the autism spectrum. The different colors and shapes represent the diversity of the people and families living with the condition.…

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Family

I’m incredibly in love with my little family unit and I thoroughly enjoy the time spent with just the three of us.  But, I also love, love, love our extended family and I really look forward to the holidays, especially…

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Thankful….

for family, health and strength! *And thank you for your continued support.* Bloglovin’ | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram  

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Hide and Seek

Two things: 1.)  I’m that mom who never learned how to braid hair but ended up having a little girl, and 2.)  Maddie SORT OF knows how to play hide and go seek and it’s hilarious! ^ This is Maddie…

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Hair Washing

Washing Madison’s hair is such a chore. She doesn’t like it, I don’t like doing it, and there is usually crying involved by at least one of us at some point. Luckily, I have plenty of tricks up my sleeve…

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Sweet Potato Cookies

Recently, one of my coworkers brought in some sweet potato cookies.  I devoured one and requested the recipe immediately! A few weeks later I made a few batches to take to the Fall Festival event at Madison’s school and they…

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