Thursday, May 28, 2015
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Fine China: Night at the Lantern Fest
We got there pretty early and got to see the lanterns during sunset and later when it was fully dark out. The lights are beautiful but the park is pretty small as most animals have been put away for the day. A few pretty neat ones that we did get to see were the Indian Rhino and the Clouded leopard!
The zoo also offers two show times for the Chinese Acrobats acts at 7:00 and 9:00 pm. Hubs and our special guest Jeff got the opportunity to be a part of the show honorary circus entertainers; minus the rainbow afro. BEWARE: At-the-door prices are far higher than I would pay BUT lucky for us there’s a Groupon which gets two people in for $25.00! While I'm sure most parents would prefer to make this a weekend trip; we like a little adventure and went for mini-road trip on a Monday night! Packed with play-mates, ice cream, lights, and animals. What’s not to love about this budget-friendly option to get the kids away from the mundane for an night!Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Just the RIGHT Amount of Edge
It’s scary how all we want as young parents is to be unique and fun and have just the right amount of edge to a life that is always in danger of becoming mundane and when you get it, the power is almost more than you can handle.
So in an act of desperation I ask, are there any parents that would be willing to meet-and-greet with this amateur homeschool mommy? I’m willing to fervently take notes on the tips and best practices you share and I’ll forever be in your debt.
Signed,
An anxious Wanderlust Momma
Saturday, May 9, 2015
“Mami, Tu ta arriba- O tu ta bajo?”
Every little gesture, annoying voicemail, and expensive taste in mother’s day presents each year makes this first year without you the hardest. Your smile that shone like sunlight through the delicate peonies petals is our wake up alarm in the morning, pushing us to be the people who you always wanted us to be. We miss you each day more than the last and on behalf of your favorite Princesses and little Prince, Happy Mother’s Day Mami.
We miss you each day more than the less, and although no amount of tears or anger can bring you back, So this time I’ll just remind you, Mami, nos vemos arriba…
Monday, May 4, 2015
Sister-Cousin: the Greatest Lifetime Sibling Replacement?
“She’ll have no one to play with!" “she’ll grow up spoiled!” “She’ll be all alone once you die!”
Well Let me alleviate some of your concerns.
I could rant about how it’s my body or how being a Millennial influences my decision of having kids to begin with. But that isn’t the point I want to make.
My daughter already has an older sister; my niece “La la la” and like gossiping teenagers these two speak EVERYDAY. Having a relationship that’s so close like theirs has made me realize I don’t NEED to have another child for her to reap the benefits of having a sibling! Four out of the seven days a week these two spend time together. They fight. They share. They dance and spread mischief.
I don’t intend on having anymore children because we have other goals we want to attain before even considering expanding our family. My schedule barely enables me to spend time with hubs, my toddler, school, and extra projects. How I would fit a newborn into this madness? I wouldn't know where to start!
Now please don't get me wrong. I think big families are beautiful and God bless those who can do it! For now, I’m loving the simple life.
I highly recommend this article by Katrina Alcorn on Millennials and their views on planning for children.