It Can Wait

This past week felt pretty hectic, even though it was fairly typical (minus spring break).  Unfortunately for my 8 year old, we didn’t really do anything fun or exciting this year for his Spring Break.  Traveling with an infant that still naps 3 times a day is not my idea of a good time, and thankfully he’s been very understanding that all of the changes that are happening right now are temporary. … Read the rest

Benefits of Trail Running for Road Runners

I’ve started to come to terms with the fact that life with an infant is extremely up and down. Last week was great, and while this week wasn’t particularly terrible, it was just so damn hectic. We had so many things going on as a family, and while most of them were really great, it was EXHAUSTING.… Read the rest

Early Runs While Breastfeeding

After a very stressful week, we were #blessed with the wimpiest of ice storms.  Despite how minor the ice, my sons school was closed for two days, and having both kiddos home and trying to work meant pretty much everything that wasn’t essential was cut out of our routine. … Read the rest

The Invisible Baby Leash

Nine years ago, when I was pregnant with my son, I had every expectation of being the chill, relaxed, easy going mom.  The mom who had no issues leaving her baby with family, and running out the door, relishing in a few hours of freedom. … Read the rest

4 Month PostPartum Update

This was one of those weeks that feels like a month.  It was probably the roughest week I’ve had since Lila arrived.  Nothing catastrophic happened, but I had a really exhausting experience, and it just drained me.  So when I realized Lila was turning 4 months old this week, I knew I had to mark the occasion. … Read the rest