Mile 4

We all know I'm a CBN by now right? This weekend at the lake I was struggling a bit. So mad at myself for putting being in shape so far down on my priority list. The local high school cross country team members were practicing and passing me up as I took my walk breaks. So after mile 3 this little number came on the ipod and I ran that entire mile 4. Not a super huge accomplishment given it took me almost an hour to complete the 4 miles, but I gave myself a little pat on the back. Folks, I might just be back ;)

What song gets you going?

French Fries & Little Debbie Cakes

Perhaps this should be the name of my blog??.. After Rosie decided to give baby girl a taste of french fries on our Farmville trip it seems she has developed quite a nack for them. Carsyn is the pickiest baby these days. She no longer wants baby food yet doesn't really like table food either. We've tried everything- mashed potatoes, mac n cheese, grilled cheese, spaghetti. It usually ends up being spit on my face. Other than french fries she seems to love Little Debbie cakes also. This is a completely healthy diet right??

Help mommas!! What are your babes eating?

SMS- A Little Shopping

So many barbies so little time..

What's your SMS?

Head over to Katie at Loves of Life and link up!

Farmville Trip!

About a month ago my mom, aunt, and MIL embarked on a little furniture shopping trip. We met my sis and BIL in Farmville, VA to pick out some things for their homes. If you've never been to Green Front I'd wager to say you're missing something. Of course I might be biased but this place is AMAZING! We're talking warehouses full of furniture from every brand you could imagine at great prices. Here are a few things I wish could have come home with me...




Hutch for my kitchen




My favorite colors together







I'm a sucker for settees!

I think baby girl had the time of her life-She was doted on by everyone, including Maddox. Her favorite part of the trip, however, was the hotel room.







Nothing better than bathing in hotel sinks!

Maddox was such a trooper!






He handed out stickers to everyone and sang Bingo at the dinner table.

This was such a fun trip! Have y'all been? Is there another furniture market I'm missing out on?

Tweet Tweet

I have a confession: I have a twitter account and have had one for quite awhile. It doesn't make a lot of sense to me and I can't seem to find anyone I know. Given the fact that so many bloggers tweet I've been feeling out of the loop-especially since some of you are expecting and it saddens me to think I'll be the last to know when your little bundle arrives! So, please find me or tell me how to find you. I'm kycoalwife.

Oh yeah, I've also joined pinterest... Apparently I have a lot of free time on my hands ;)

Organization- part I

I am so inspired by other's organization skills! As an avid reader (ok, semi-stalker) of Erin at Blue Eyed Bride I am determined to get my house in order. I ordered my life planner and cannot wait until it gets here. After its arrival I will likely follow in her footsteps and do my own version of a home organization notebook. Until then here are a few methods I use to keep from losing my mind.







1)- MomAgenda- LOVE it!! I use the additional lines for kids for to do tasks and cleaning chores. I followed Elizabeth's suggestion and printed off a household chore list at Just Mommies. Instead of strictly following their list I outline goals in the spaces in my agenda per their suggestion. I am at a crossroads on whether I will like the Life Planner as well-I'll keep you posted.




2) Recipe Binder- I started this a while ago and it still works for me. For the complete post see here.




3) Grocery list via MomAgenda- I keep this notepad in my kitchen and try to check things I run out of as I go along. I then menu plan and add my other items to the list. Those who grocery shop without a list completely baffle me!! I have bought all ingredients to make hamburgers before without actually buying the meat! Also, I would be a complete liar if I led you to believe my menu planning is anything extensive like others do. Lately I've been attempting to cook 3 meals a week. Lame, I know; Even lamer-last week it was 2.



4) File Folders & Binders- I am the worst at reading things in magazines and wanting to try them then forgetting where I read what. Now, when see a new nail polish I want to try, a party idea, or a home decor idea I tear it out and put it in a file folder. My goal is for it eventually to be written in my mom agenda or make it to my big home idea folder. For some things I'm perfectly content with them sitting in my folder.




These are just a few methods I use. I am planning a bit of an organizational makeover and will let you know how that goes. I am a firm believer if you write things down they are much more likely to get accomplished. That being said I do not grieve if they do not-they just get written down again ;)



I'm in awe of all the bloggers out there that soooo have their act together. Thanks to Erin and others for the wonderful tips!



How do you stay organized?

Back to the Beach- Charleston Trip

As I've said before the Charleston, SC area is probably one of my favorite places on earth. We visit every year and have a blast and this year was no exception. It had only been about a month since our Florida trip, but Carsyn was like a totally different kid. Gone was the baby content to sit on a towel and play with toys..








Seriously, the kid LOVES the sand. We had to dunk her in the pool before we went back to the condo every day! She crawled toward the water and did not stop either. I can't believe she wasn't afraid of the ocean like she was a month ago. She loved finding sticks and playing with Maddox's diggers..





I have sort of always envisioned taking my kids and my sister's kids on vacation together and them having a ball. I must say I am not disappointed in how much these kids love each other. It just melts my heart. No matter how tiring it is to keep kids entertained in 90+ degree weather I look at these pictures of Carsyn and Maddox playing together and its soooo worth it :)


(This is probably one of my favorite pictures of them together)

Of course, naps were a must, no matter how uncomfortable..




More beach pics..






*(long story about this photo- I had wanted to get a beach picture of Carsyn and I wearing white, creative huh? ;) similar to my sister's above. Well, the day we took ours it was 100 degrees and the wind was blowing something fierce. I was MELTING, the wind was wreaking havoc on my hair, and my dress was practically over my head. Long story short, it was not the composed photo I had sought. However, I now love this photo. I am NEVER composed and Carsyn is such a go with the flow beach babe. This picture sums us up terrifically.




No Trip to Charleston would be complete without a few things..

1) Pineapple Fountain Pics!!












2)Good Eats!!

We tried out 2 new places to eat this trip- Fleet Landing & Virginia's. We really liked Virginia's (ok partly due to their kid friendly attitude), but Fleet Landing was a disappointment. The only thing that made up for it was the view. Unfortunately it was dark and my camera just wouldn't capture the scenery.

Fleet Landing..








The Kids at Virginia's..


3) King Street Shopping!!




The kids love their Rosie..