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My name is Niki. I’m a coffee drinking, baby food making, blogging mama to baby girl Ashley, 2 labs, and a cat. I absolutely LOVE being a Mom! I enjoy taking pictures of Ashley and making homemade baby food for her.
I like doing anything outside whether it's going to the beach, strolling around the neighborhood, or just going to a park. I enjoy blogging and reading other Mommy blogs. I’m up for learning new things and have recently become interested in photography. I like a clean house, beds made, and checking off my to-do lists.The Hubby
I am married to Van, my best friend. We met in high school and have been together ever since! We practically grew up together. I feel very lucky to have found the man of my dreams so early in life. We married in 2004 and had a little girl in 2009. I can't imagine life without him. He keeps me grounded. He’s very practical, methodical, and technical. He’s a computer genius.
We like going on vacations and would love to go back to Europe one day. Van is a regular “guy’s guy” and enjoys fishing, flying and riding his motorcycle. But he is also a family man. I love him!Lil’ Pumpkin
Ashley is our little bundle of joy. She was born in October 2009. Since she was a fall baby, we called her Lil’ Pumpkin while she was in the womb. Van now calls her Pumpkin Pie. I never could have imagined how much I would enjoy being a mother to this sweet little girl. I am just overwhelmed with love for her!
Ashley likes eating homemade baby food, bouncing in her exersaucer, and watching the dogs play. She is entertained by my goofiness and she loves to sing and dance with me. I've never met a baby as happy as she is. She is a reminder of what life is all about. She makes us smile and laugh every single day!The Boys
Toby is our 8 year old black lab and Blake is our 3 year old chocolate lab. They are uncle and nephew. They have their own couch and some may consider them a bit spoiled. I enjoy making Frosty Paws (doggie ice cream) and baking homemade treats for them. Although I have to admit, I haven’t done much of that since Ashley was born. We celebrate their birthdays with doggie cake.
Toby is obsessed with tennis balls and Blake loves his red ball. They are the best of friends. And they both LOVE swimming. Especially in my parents’ pool at the beach!Jim Jim
Jimmy is our 4 year old tabby cat. Van rescued him from the jaws of a pit bull when he was a mere 8 weeks old. I don't think Jimmy has forgotten that seeing as he is very attached to Van.
Jimmy is an indoor/outdoor cat who loves to roam the neighborhood and hunt. He likes to bring us "gifts", anything from birds and rabbits to field mice. He is a sweet cat, but I wouldn’t cross him if I were you. You don’t want to see that crazed look in his eyes!
Monthly Archives: January 2010
Let It Snow
I had soooooooooooo much fun today!!! As you may know, it never snows here so I was quite excited when the forecast called for it this week. It started last night about 7:00 p.m. and continued through the night. I woke up to a winter wonderland! I started the morning by getting chili together in [...]
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Cutie-Pa-Tootie
I am so thankful to have a healthy and happy baby. I just cannot get over how perfect she is! My little girl is the cutest, sweetest, most charming, adorable, delightful, endearing baby I’ve ever known!! Am I a proud Mama? Nah
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Pets and Babies
This post is for all those who think you have to get rid of your pet(s) when you have a baby; those who are afraid of their pets being around their baby or those who give their pets away thinking they don’t have time to care for them AND a baby. Well, I beg to differ.
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Pretty Things
So, I just ordered another wall decal for Ashley’s nursery. It’s called a Polka Dot Candy Tree. I am so excited and can’t wait to see it on the wall! I love her nursery. It’s the prettiest room in the house. And I love her initials. I’d put them everywhere if I could. You know you [...]
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Baby Belly
Ashley is doing many new things now. One of which is showing off her belly, and what a cute lil’ belly it is! She likes lifting up her shirt. And my guess is that she is going to be right handed, because most of the time she pulls her shirt up with her right hand. She is also [...]
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What Did You Say?
Daddy just came home from work and Ashley is telling him about her day.
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Ashley Kaitlyn
A mother’s love, so pure and dear
I find it hard to explain
How my life was once incomplete
But now look what I have gained
You are my angel, my daughter, my everything
You were sent from God above
To fill my heart with happiness
And touch my life with love
I promise to always do my best
And be the best Mom [...]
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3 Months Old
Ashley is 3 months old - wow – time is flying by! Had the calendar not said Jan. 12, I wouldn’t believe it. I feel like it was just yesterday when I held her in my arms for the first time. I will never forget that wonderful, glorious day. But then again, I feel like she’s [...]
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