Smoothies are a favorite of mine for lots of reasons.  Over the years, the types of smoothies that I make have evolved, and I hope this means that they have improved.  The main thing that I consider in a smoothie is the ingredients.  What is this stuff that I'm putting in them?  While I'm a…

A life without regret is a life without lessons learned.  Regret isn't pleasant or something I revel in.  But, I would rather look at this part of my life a little more optimistically. Loss is one of life's hardest lessons.  This past month, I've taken a heartbreaking look back at a l…

Last night of his crib This week, King Diaper's crib came down.  In its place is a pretty little twin bed.  His room rearranged, and everything looks much different that before. He is almost potty trained.  The wipe warmer is on its way out.  The changing pad is no longer needed.  And, he…

The Internet is a breeding ground for fear racked mothers to feed their thoughts and curiosity.  It is place that I try not to search for information about "pulmonary hypertension" or any of the other things that we deal with daily.  I am really trying to let the doctors that treat our ch…