Monthly Archives: August 2010

I Think I Might Click That Ad.

Posted on August 31, 2010 by

As many of you know, I do not host ads on my blog.  I don’t write my blog to make money (although that would be nice); I keep it up because I enjoy writing and I love that I’ll be … Continue reading →

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The Circle Obsession

Posted on August 31, 2010 by

Even after sharing Gianni’s “window art” with you yesterday, you weren’t really taking me seriously when I said that my son is obsessed with circles.  Right?  You thought I was trying to be funny and that I exaggerated a bit when … Continue reading →

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In Need of Assistance.

Posted on August 30, 2010 by

Help!!!  I need tips on removing crayons from windows…like ALL the windows in my house.  We totally support creativity and love how Gianni has an obsession with circles, but he took a step too far.  Gianni ‘decorated’ all of our … Continue reading →

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Recipe for Disaster

Posted on August 29, 2010 by

Gaetano and I are admittedly not very good at disciplining Gianni.  I’m 100% sure that this parental shortfall (FAIL) contributes to his sporadic melt-downs and somewhat stubborn personality.  He gets what he wants, when he wants.  He eats cookies for breakfast, … Continue reading →

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24 Months = 2 Years

Posted on August 25, 2010 by

There is something I find absolutely obnoxious about the way mothers refer to their child’s age in weeks and months when it is not logically appropriate.  You know the conversation….  It goes something like this:    Me: “What a precious little girl!  How … Continue reading →

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Throwback Looks

Posted on August 23, 2010 by

In continuing this with this past weekend’s makeup theme…here is evidence I used to live in the woods, use port-a-potties, shoot guns and refrain from beauty products.  I’m on the right.  Not sure how my adorable friend (and Freshman year West Point … Continue reading →

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Mamma’s Make-Up Confessions

Posted on August 21, 2010 by

We all have our addictions or hobbies.  Mine just so happens to be buying makeup.  I’m a non-discriminatory buyer.  I buy from Wal-Mart, Mac, Sephora, Target…you name it.  If it looks pretty, I’ll take two!  Since my departure from the … Continue reading →

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Family Trip

Posted on August 19, 2010 by

I came across these family photos tonight as I was scrolling through my folders.  With Gianni’s second birthday sneaking up on us, I thought I’d share our first family vacation.  In late October 2008, when Gianni was five weeks old, … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Day.

Posted on August 18, 2010 by

Don’t forget the heavy Italian accent as you are reading… “It’s best our family stay at three.  You know, God was a triune–we’re being Godly.”  Gaetano, on having an only child.

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My Little Monkey

Posted on August 18, 2010 by

His shirt read: “Monkey See, Monkey Do, Monkey Get In Trouble Too”

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