Free Halloween Printables

Adorable modern Halloween table/centerpiece from Amy Locurto! It was featured on Disney's Family site.

Off to School!

Treats for Preschool

Kroma Designs

I have not a single creative bone in my body. But when I stumbled upon these cute little gift boxes for teachers, I had to attempt to make them...okay, print and cut them. I filled them with M n M's for the Kid's preschool teachers. Thank you to Kroma Designs for inspiring me.





Tweedle Dee Designs

I'm no Martha Stewart. But because I had made something for the teachers, I felt I needed to do something for the kids. Again, I found these cute punches at Tweedle Dee Designs and paired them with my famous chocolate chip cookies for each classmate. It turned out pretty cute. And we were the hit of the visiting day picnic!

Ballerina

Yesterday began the dance school year. We're back at the School of Dance and Music with Miss Nicole. This time it's not Mommy & Me, and the Kid did great!

The Yummies!

Preschool Send-Off Party

The Kid played hostess to her friends who are all starting preschool in the next week! It was more of a playdate with yummies, apple pie bars, banana cupcakes and bun-ana split sandwiches.

Last week the Mister and I went to parent orientation and one on one parent teacher conference. We are super excited to send the Kid off to preschool, because we think she'll thrive there. That being said, it'll give me some one on one time with the Baby. The Kid also goes back to dance on Tuesday and starts soccer next Saturday. Phew. On top of all this, I'm due in about 5 weeks!

Nom nom nom

Stuart Weitzman Daisy pumps that I want.

The Perfect Child (for us)!

I feel like Vicki from Small Wonder

This third trimester has been relatively peaceful, and I thank my lucky stars for that. The weather has been mild and I'm doing my best to stay calm and collected with a boisterous 2 1/2 year old. However, my heart keeps racing and I keep getting dizzy spells :-( So I mentioned it to OB/GYN. What does she do? She sends me to a Cardiologist. At the tender age of 34, I am being seen by a Cardiologist.

Turns out that I have a mild heart murmur. So yesterday I had an echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) that was pretty interesting, and a heart Holter device "installed" for 24 hours. So I have all these patches and wires, and a little fanny pack attached to me. I get it off at 3:05 p.m. today, and I can't wait to shower.






I'll see the Cardiologist on September 14 for a follow-up. I'm sure everything is just fine with me. Most importantly, the Baby is doing well. She is measuring a week small...I just think her due date she officially be adjusted to October 13. Today, per the doctor I am 34 weeks! Six more to go.

The Magic of Super Warehouse Stores

Thursday morning I take the Kid to Costco. Before we go she has breakfast, cereal, fruit and milk. Pretty filling for a 2 1/2 year old. No sooner do we enter the store I hear, "Momma, I hungry." Really, I mean she just ate. "Well, what do you want to eat?" The Kid responds, "That," and proceeds to point to every sample station at Costco.

So I spend my shopping trip like the other greedy people, shoveling samples (into my child's mouth). What amazes me though is the fact she'll eat ANYTHING I put in front on her...chicken burger with spinach, chickpeas with an Indian curry sauce, etc. Whereas if I brought these goodies home, she wouldn't touch it with a 10 foot pole. What is it about Costco and Sam's Club that brings out the hungry beast in people?! It's an amazing phenomenon.

Yee Haw!

Ice Cream Sandwiches

My Mister sent me this link about ice cream sandwiches. I think that I will have to investigate the topic some more on my own.


Being in my 3rd trimester of pregnancy, and it being summer, I have a substantial craving for the aforementioned ice cream sandwich. I'm not particular about them, as long as it's vanilla ice cream with a chocolate cookie. One of my favorites is the ice cream sandwich served at Disneyland. You know the one, that looks like Mickey Mouse.

Happiness Is...

Birthday Plans!

We're spending a weekend in Rancho Mirage (Palm Springs) for my birthday next month. So excited about some adult time. My plans for the weekend, pool and spa.

Ready for the Park

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Our urban garden is made up of tomato plants (Polish and Roma), Mesclun lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, squash, peppers, green beans, herbs and strawberries. We're super excited about it. Matt has the green thumb!

It's a...

It's another girl for the Whiteleys!

Next Piece

Picture it in a shade of plum! It's made with stain resistent microfiber material and made in the USA. Can't wait! Should have it in the house by the end of August!! Thank you to my Mister!

Slip and Slide

It's Coming!

Mickey's Halloween Party is coming to Disneyland!

But with our addition arriving in early October, what will our family do??