Happiness Is…

Happiness is FRIDAY!  After a week where we all battled with different allergy/cold issues, I can honestly, sincerely say, "TGIF!" Happiness is fall.  It officially arrives tomorrow, and I am beyond excited.  When I saw pumpkins at HEB, I was taking pictures and smiling like a crazy woman.  And, as my dear husband so fondly pointed out, "Is that really any different than any other day."  I love you for loving my craziness, Sean! Happiness is TWO soccer games tomorrow.  I am not so Continue...

Meet the Teacher Night

Yesterday, there was a flurry of excitement in our house.  While Summer had Kinder Camp on Wednesday and already knew who her teacher would be, the boys were excitedly waiting for telephone calls. I thought that Gabriel might make himself sick with anxiety before the telephone finally rang right around lunch time.  When I heard her voice, I just started laughing.  She immediately said, "Natalie, while I would love to talk to you, I really want to talk to Gabriel."  We are so excited that Continue...

Dear Future Teachers of My Littles,

I have so many emotions this week, thinking about what lies ahead for us as a family, for me as a mom.  I have been a stay-at-home mom for over 9 years, and now, for the first time, all of my babies will be at school all day.  Yes, I will be substitute teaching, volunteering, and staying busy running a household, but, still, a big part of my life will look so very different.  The one job that I feel I was destined for since birth will look slightly altered now.  As I started thinking about Continue...