Tag: Parenting

Staying Sane while Social Distancing: Rainbow Scavenger Hunt

I saw this idea in a mom group I’m in on Facebook (shoutout to my pretty good moms!) and I … Continue Reading Staying Sane while Social Distancing: Rainbow Scavenger Hunt

Toddler Watercolors and a Valentines Day Gift for Dad

Having a newborn in the middle of winter has been a challenge. This year both RSV and the flu have … Continue Reading Toddler Watercolors and a Valentines Day Gift for Dad

Making the Most of Paternity Leave

I am fortunate to work for an employer that offers 4 weeks of paternity leave with full pay. I was … Continue Reading Making the Most of Paternity Leave

Golden Louise is finally here!

Our sweet Golden Louise arrived a little over a week ago today after 41 weeks of waiting, and we have … Continue Reading Golden Louise is finally here!

Goldie’s DIY Nursery Closet Renovation

Well, we are officially one week from Goldie’s due date! As I type this she’s still nice and comfy on … Continue Reading Goldie’s DIY Nursery Closet Renovation

Baby Girl #2: Goldie Louise Rodriguez

Three months since our last post and here we are, almost five months pregnant with our second girl!!! I thought … Continue Reading Baby Girl #2: Goldie Louise Rodriguez

A Short History of Nearly Everything (since September)

I finally found a tiny block of time in my day for a little blogging, so I asked Javier what … Continue Reading A Short History of Nearly Everything (since September)

Penny’s First Foods

Penny crossed the 5-month threshold on Feb 26! It feels like a long time and no time at all – … Continue Reading Penny’s First Foods

Milestones and an MRI

**If you haven’t read the backstory to Penelope’s journey and why she needs an MRI and EEG, you can find … Continue Reading Milestones and an MRI

Penelope’s Grand Entrance

Penelope is only a few weeks old and she’s already done things we’ve never done in our 30+ years of … Continue Reading Penelope’s Grand Entrance

A Penelope Shower

I cannot believe it’s July. I cannot believe I only have two months until Penelope arrives. I am a fairly … Continue Reading A Penelope Shower

Bilingual Parenting!

As we continue to prepare for the arrival of Penelope by fixing up the house, preparing the nursery, attending parenting … Continue Reading Bilingual Parenting!

Happy 35th Anniversary J&A!

It’s my parents’ 35th anniversary!! My parents are HUGE UofL basketball fans and decided to celebrate their anniversary with a … Continue Reading Happy 35th Anniversary J&A!