tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88366290472640256962024-03-16T05:09:40.141-04:00Gratefully Inspiredfinding inspiration through a heart of gratitudeDenise Lopatkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14885645355554637176noreply@blogger.comBlogger479125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8836629047264025696.post-51406448347580381552015-12-10T00:00:00.000-05:002015-12-10T00:00:06.270-05:00a farewell letter<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAM8JhaTuWAf3aVv4zmDtbxj_juWuTE9fENdB-0_5HtR4wqzd2ifWufstDGfBYucRBIPNG5jdnI05AmQ3QnaD5N86ovMU_QTO5JlOkQVLSfspSyr32-_Hhu0ki3zSZr9npNwjTHpWSVnss/s1600/IMG_9421.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAM8JhaTuWAf3aVv4zmDtbxj_juWuTE9fENdB-0_5HtR4wqzd2ifWufstDGfBYucRBIPNG5jdnI05AmQ3QnaD5N86ovMU_QTO5JlOkQVLSfspSyr32-_Hhu0ki3zSZr9npNwjTHpWSVnss/s640/IMG_9421.jpg" width="640" /></a><br />
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soooooo i'm 30. today. as of 7 something this am. that's weird. it seems like such a big milestone but honestly i'm a tad excited. even weirder, i know. i'm so grateful for my 20's. gosh they were fun. i'm not the same person i was going into this decade as i am leaving. i'm still goofy and clumsy but i've matured (a little) and learned a whole lot.<br />
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20 brought college parties and laughs, 21 brought too much wine and some lessons about life, 22 brought the end of my college career, 23 brought my masters and a diamond ring, 24 brought the greatest commitment i'll ever make and the beginning of my life with my best friend, 25 brought a lot of "i'm sorrys and i love you's" as i navigated my way through marriage, 26 brought a new adventure in an old town and <a href="http://www.gratefullyinspired.com/2012/10/loss-and-gratefulness.html">the greatest heartbreak i've ever endured</a>, 27 brought <a href="http://www.gratefullyinspired.com/2013/08/july-30-2013.html">my daughter and the greatest happiness i had ever known</a>, 28 brought messy mama life and lots of grace (thanks god!), 29 brought my <a href="http://www.gratefullyinspired.com/2015/07/matthew-warren-lopatka-jr.html">son and the greatest happiness i have ever known still</a> (two babes = heart full) and now 30. i don't know what 30 will bring. but i'm ready. and god is good. so so good. <br />
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as i enter in to my 30's i feel refreshed. so much life has happened these past 10 years and to think about all of the life that will happen in the next 10 excites and scares me to death. i may have <i>had</i> my babies in my 20's but i get to <i>raise </i>them in my 30's. and that is going to be fun. all alongside the best person i know. <br />
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however, my 20's. they were good. so sweet. i learned so much. was humbled a lot. my pride got hit a lot. and i hope to leave some things behind as i join the 30 year old club. i worried a lot about what people thought in my 20's. was constantly trying to please everyone and do everything. always worrying if i was enough, or doing enough. yea, 20's - you can have all of that. i know now i am enough because He is enough. i pray my 30's are more intentional with my yes's and my no's. i want to say yes to stuff that matters and no to the rest. i want to say yes to people more. people who need jesus, people who need food, people who need encouragement. all people. i want to say yes. i want my children to say yes to people. i want them to fight for those without a voice and because of that i want to do the same.<br />
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self-doubt. if that can stay in my 20's that'd be great as well, although i have a feeling it will be a lifetime battle in some ways. i spent way to much time in my 20's questioning myself. questioning my decisions, my choices, my career, my interior design choices, my meal choice, my outfit of the day choice - it's exhausting! i am absolutely indecisive and add that on top of lack of self-confidence and it. has. got. to. go. jesus loves me. that makes me enough. motherhood has brought some confidence into my life too. i mean i birthed humans. two of them. boom.<br />
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another thing that i am (sadly) leaving in my 20's is this blog. for now at least. i simply don't have the time i used to and am not the most organized, make-the-most-of-my-time person and this blog has fallen to the bottom of my list. i am beyond grateful for the community it has brought these past 3 years and i have made friends that will be lifetime friends undoubtedly. but when i started blogging, i vowed never to make this another thing on my to-do list - something i felt like i had to do. so that is why i'm bowing out now. i also have two precious souls and identities that i am entrusted to raise and the internet scares me a bit so there's that thrown into the mix and i've decided it's time to step back. who know's if i'll pick up sometime in the future but for now, i'm saying farewell. to every person who has commented, emailed, texted or messaged me after a post they enjoyed - thank you! it means more than you will ever know. <br />
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side note: i've tagged a bunch of amazing bloggers on my instagram post if you are looking for some blogs to follow pleaseeeee check that out because these woman are amazing. <br />
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if i'm being honest, the past three months are a blur. a happy blur. and a messy one. being a mama of two is no joke. i had some friends who told me it wasn't a big transition at all for them and that they eased into it, where others told me it rocked their world. i think we fall somewhere in the middle but definitely leaning towards the latter. it has been a big adjustment. for everyone. but that baby boy of mine? he is the perfect addition to our family. it's so amazing to me how God chooses each person in a family and it is so evident that matthew was our missing part. he has the most laid back demeanor, completely unlike his sister as a baby. he's the smiley-est baby of all times. even mid-meltdown city, just flash him a smile and whisper his name and he's all ear-to-ear gummy grinning. it's a contagious gummy grin i tell you. and that big sister of his? she melts my heart in all sorts of ways. she's slowly taking to her brother and has just started taking it upon herself to show him all of her toys (this is HUGE people). i want to break down in a puddle of mush when i think about how much she has grown up over the past three months too. she has matured and learned and loved and screamed and cried it all out. it has been so beautiful. in the really hard moments i remind myself that georgia will never know a life without matthew. she will never remember being the only baby. and truthfully, i'm thankful for that. every single night i pray for their relationship. that they will love each other fiercely and speak truth and life to one another. i pray they will have each other's back, especially in high school and middle school (hello awkward years!). i pray when one is too weak to fight for something worth fighting for then the other will offer the nudge that is needed. <br />
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and then there's the mess that is me. i'm definitely more laid back this time around. like for real. sometimes i wish i would have had this perspective more when georgia was so tiny but i also know that it is all part of the learning process. the mama process. i'm savoring a little more this time. even those 2 am and 4 am cuddle fests when really, i want to be asleep! but i'm still a worry monster at times (all the time) too. so don't worry. pyscho mama is still here. although my relationship with google is much healthier this go round. thank goodness!<br />
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and gosh my people. my village. my husband who works so hard for our family both at work and at home. the selfless way he serves us and the way he loves my babies and me. i just can't even. and my mama. oh my mama. she deserves a break. i mean she's already raised me and my sister. but yet she shows up still and helps me do the messy, hard stuff with my babies. these past 3 months would have been a bit horrendous without her. and the host of of people. the rest of my family, taking georgia for amazing playdates, my best friends, showing up with food (and wine!) and playing with my babies, my neighbors - gosh i am so humbled. my mama best friends who indulge my 3 am text-a-thins because they are there too. there have been so. many. times. that i have just started sobbing in the middle of the day both out of gratitude as well as heartbreak when i think of others who don't have the support system i do. so consider this a PSA - help the mamas out. whether a working mama, a stay at home mama, a single mama, and foster mama, a rich mama, a poor mama, a mama with lots of help or a mama with no help at all. love them. love them all. encourage them and support them in any way you can. they are doing hard work of raising the next generation. that goes for the daddies too. support and build each other up. we need each other.<br />
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this was a bunch of mumbo jumbo for my first blog post in a million weeks. but hey. that's life. and this is my life. and i'm so happy these days. so grateful too. thank you god for these perfect little blessings. and the messiness of this season of my life. and tomorrow is my hubby's birthday which means... CAKE!<br />
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Breastfeeding this time around has been totally different from my experience with Georgia. Some good. Some bad. But all around just different. However there has been one common thread - my supply. It was an issue with G and continues to be an issue with M. Luckily, <a href="https://www.mrsmilk.com/">Mrs. Patel's</a> makes <a href="https://www.mrsmilk.com/shop/milk-water-tea-chai-spice/">some amazing Chai Tea</a> that helped a ton with G and continues to work it's magic this time around with M. And I've recently added the <a href="https://www.mrsmilk.com/shop/munch-crunch/">Munch Crunch</a> to my daily menu and it is so yummy! I made a version Emily Jesser's lactation balls and the recipe is below. I eat one every morning with my breakfast and one before I got to bed. I truly believe they help! And they are delicious. See below.</div>
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I've been reading through some really good books lately in my (lack-of) spare time ;) and I wanted to share. All are super easy reads so I pick up one of them before bed usually and log 10 or so minutes and that's all it takes. If you are interested in any of them email me and if you are first, I'll mail you my copy since I'm finished. Otherwise the links are below too!<br />
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1. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0991277600/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0991277600&linkCode=as2&tag=gratefinspir-20&linkId=OIFEV47FYDZ3DDFX%22%3EMom%20Enough%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=gratefinspir-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0991277600%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20!important;%20margin:0px%20!important;%22%20/%3E">Mom Enough</a> - This was recommended by a friend and it is a series of blog posts. Super easy read. Super encouraging. And yes, super convicting at times. Most recently, these words by Tim Keller spoke to me in chapter 23, <i>"Jesus must become more beautiful to your imagination, more attractive your heart, than your idol. That is what will replace your counterfeit gods. If you uproot the idol and fail to 'plant' the love of Christ in it's place, the idol will grow back." </i>I love this. Jesus has slowly been revealing some idols in my life and they come in the form of approval of other moms, a "well-behaved" toddler and kids that are never sick. I'm learning to turn away from those and fill those holes with Jesus. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0991277600/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0991277600&linkCode=as2&tag=gratefinspir-20&linkId=OIFEV47FYDZ3DDFX%22%3EMom%20Enough%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=gratefinspir-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0991277600%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20!important;%20margin:0px%20!important;%22%20/%3E">Link to buy book here</a>.<br />
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2. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20target=%22_blank%22%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=moms%20on%20call&linkCode=ur2&tag=gratefinspir-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=WKOMNXL5OHMRZ3H2%22%3EMoms%20on%20Call%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=gratefinspir-20&l=ur2&o=1%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20!important;%20margin:0px%20!important;%22%20/%3E">Moms on Call Series</a> - I bought all 3 books after a friend recommended these as well. While I don't agree with everything in the book as far as methods go (especially in the early ages), it is a great read and I love that the authors are believers. As a mama, I think there is a fine line between information overload and gathering different resources. In my opinion, this is a good resource though. I am LOVING the toddler book right now and think they make some excellent points on discipline and my parenting mindset. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20target=%22_blank%22%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=moms%20on%20call&linkCode=ur2&tag=gratefinspir-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=WKOMNXL5OHMRZ3H2%22%3EMoms%20on%20Call%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=gratefinspir-20&l=ur2&o=1%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20!important;%20margin:0px%20!important;%22%20/%3E">Link to buy books here</a>.<br />
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3. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/006210330X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=006210330X&linkCode=as2&tag=gratefinspir-20&linkId=TFPWZWB6X7MPEDA5">French Kids Eat Everything</a> - I read this one last summer as Georgia was starting to really get into all kinds of solid foods. I love the author's experiences (make you laugh and cry kinda thing) and I love her practical advice. I've always wanted to raise a kid that tried all kinds of foods and enjoyed vegetables as much as she enjoyed ice cream (well, almost as much!). Since the beginning Matt and I have both tried to make Georgia a version of what we eat instead of making her own meal of "kid food," (I mean, ain't nobody got time for that anyway!). I never make her eat anything she doesn't want to eat, but I always encourage her to at least try it. And if she doesn't like roasted asparagus with salt and pepper than maybe next time I'll try a different method or seasoning (I've found I can usually get her to eat anything cooked in soy sauce! ha!). We are not enforcers of the clean plate club at our house either. I want her to decide when she is full and when she is still hungry. One thing very early on I decided was that the dinner table was not going to be my battle field either. I want it to be a place we all look forward to coming to. I have the BEST memories as a kid of spaghetti dinners around the table with my family and I crave those memories for my children too. Sounds rosy and peachy right? Needless to say, this is something we are working towards and sometimes mealtime goes great and others it's a disaster! But like everything in toddler life, we are working on it. And this book is GREAT! <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/006210330X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=006210330X&linkCode=as2&tag=gratefinspir-20&linkId=TFPWZWB6X7MPEDA5">Link to buy book here</a>.<br />
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4. <a href="http://laracaseyshop.com/products/write-the-word-journal-volume-i">Write the Word</a> - This isn't really a book per say, but it leads me to the best book in the world - the Bible! It's simple and gives you freedom in your quiet time - two things that are essential right now for this tired, scatter-brained mama. I usually do it while I pump early in the morning before the kiddos are awake. The journaling part usually looks like a written out prayer, bullet points or a verse written over and over that really spoke to me. <a href="http://laracaseyshop.com/products/write-the-word-journal-volume-i">Link to buy book here</a>.<br />
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/160142650X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=160142650X&linkCode=as2&tag=gratefinspir-20&linkId=Y7P7YZR6SBVN2JDK%22%3EWalking%20with%20God%20in%20the%20Season%20of%20Motherhood%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=gratefinspir-20&l=as2&o=1&a=160142650X%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20!important;%20margin:0px%20!important;%22%20/%3E">Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood</a><br />
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Hi there! It's me, Denise :) I'm still alive and I still have a blog - just a lot of happenings going on around here ya know? Soooo I have a one month old son! What?!?! He's the sweetest, cuddliest and most relaxed little man there ever was. He's got a pair of lungs on him now, don't get me wrong. But he's purely delicious I tell ya. And a decent sleeper these days (thank you jesus!). I also have a 2 year old! What again?!?! She's spunky, hilarious and so so loving. They are mostly responsible for my lack of blogging, but hey! Cuddles over computers. Always.<br />
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Oh and speaking of my babies... breastfeeding y'all! The struggle is real. I've had to work really hard to get my supply up and recently came down with mastitis only to watch it drop again. But we are on the mend and building that supply back up for my little chunkster thanks to the help of my amazinggggg lactation nurse. She's the best. If you're in Wilmington and need one, let me know because Lindsay is the bees knees! And also thanks to my sweeeeeet breastfeeding support group/ aka sarah tucker! <a href="http://www.sarah-tucker.com/2015/06/a-breastfeeding-story-second-time-around.html">this post</a> was so so helpful and poor sarah has had to endure my breastfeeding text questions 24/7.<br />
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We are also in the process of getting our house ready to put on the market. That's right, I am going to try and sell my house while living with two in diapers. Prayers appreciated. We also bought a lot to build a new house with Matthew was 2 weeks old. So hey! Like I said, lots going on around here. <br />
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I am wayyyyy behind on thank you notes. If you have sent a meal or a gift, I promise I am forever grateful for your kindness and there is a note coming! And once those are finished, on to the Birth Announcements!<br />
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I received <a href="https://www.youniqueproducts.com/kskinner">these amazing 3D Fiber Lashes</a> in the mail and I cannot wait to play with them this weekend! Anything to help this mama look more awake is much appreciated.<br />
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On that note, I reaaaaallllly need to get out of my yoga pants. It's been almost 5 weeks since the babe and I just can't. take. them. off. I have been shopping the Anthropolgie sale though and just picked <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/4130336417502.jsp#/">up this</a> (great for nursing too!) and <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/4130075287178.jsp#/">this</a> and <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/4112032211241.jsp#/">this cute top!</a><br />
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Which leads me to another shopping point. Have y'all ever heard of Coco and Ginger?!?! I die. No really. I found them on instagram and am in love with each of their pieces. Completely in love. I usually don't spend that much on Georgia's clothes but I am going to have to splurge and get her something for next summer from that line. Maybe for Christmas? <a href="http://www.cocoandginger.com/component/joomgallery/my-island-home/my-island-home34-778.html#joomimg">I'm in love with everything they make</a>. I want it in my size too please!<br />
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And then my last shopping point. (disclaimer - I've been pregnant and haven't bought clothes in a long time! I didn't really buy any maternity clothes either because I wore what I had from Georgia's pregnancy. So there! That is my excuse for this shopping nonsense.) Back to my last point. I want some boots! For fall! I'm deciding between <a href="https://www.nordstromrack.com/shop/product/1152802?color=SHARKSKIN">these</a> and <a href="http://www.freepeople.com/shop/landry-tall-boot/">these</a> (in the grey suede). Thoughts?<br />
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OK - both babies are sleeping so I mist shower and put on real clothes before the hubby comes home. I. Can. Do. It.<br />
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PS - Promise to have Matthew's one month post up next week!<br />
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A week ago the baby that made me a mommy turn TWO! I don't know where time goes, honestly. There was no big shindig this year but I made SURE my little lady felt special. She had one request this year - a Big Bird cake. Considering she didn't even have a sugar cake last year I felt it only necessary to get her very own 8 inch Big Bird cake. She didn't leave much for the rest of us (likely we had cupcakes too!). We celebrated at home on Thursday night (the birthday night) and then headed to my parents' house Saturday for more spoiling and more celebrating. Sunday night my in-laws stopped by for even more birthday surprises. Spoiled rotten and loved unconditionally... I'd say it was a good birthday!</div>
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**PS - I appologize for the quality of these iPhone photos but a 2 week old + sleepy mama = I tried my best ok?</div>
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When Matthew was one week old, my little family of four had the pleasure of visiting <a href="http://www.jennifersimpsonphoto.com/">Jennifer Simpson</a>'s new studio here in Wilmington for a little photo sesh. Jennifer is theeee sweetest and she made Georgia immediately feel right at home (I mean she had gold fish and toys on hand! win win!). Not to mention is she talented! My little toddler was quite the handful during this hour and a half and I was honestly wondering if she got ANY good shots... until I saw them! I was in awe. Thank you Jennifer for capturing our family as we welcome baby Matthew. We will cherish this photos forever!</div>
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**Side note: we had originally planned on doing hospital photos with Jennifer but when the big sister showed up that morning she was a bit fragile and I knew pictures were not going to work out. I called and rescheduled right then and she could not have been more understanding and accommodating. Thank you so much Jenny, you are a gem and I cannot wait to work with you again soon!</div>
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Two years ago this sweet girl gave me my favorite name - mommy. Georgia Grace is has been an honor watching you grow and learn as you become the sweetest little lady I could have ever imagined. I love your curiosity and zest for life. I love the way you run wild and free without a care in the world. I love your sweet, soft, nurturing side that comes out when you are feeling safe. You are truly a gift and I pray every day that God equips me to parent you in the best possible way. Because you desire the best baby girl. I love you! Happy Birthday!</div>
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This past week has truly been the best of my entire life. It was also the hardest of my life. We were only in the hospital one night with Matthew because we were so eager to get home to our little family of four. But once we got home we settled in. Matt was able to be home most of the week and that alone, made me cry happy tears. Georgia loved having daddy all to herself while mommy figured out this new baby thing all over again. Georgia learned that Matthew HATES having his diaper changed, and mommy learned that whenever Matthew needs a diaper change... so does Georgia! Funny how that works :) Everyone cried a lot this week - happy tears, sad tears, frustrated tears, confused and exhausted tears just to name a few but it was like a beautiful mess of a week. I remember Matt looked at me and said, "If I could bottle up this week forever, I would." And babe, I couldn't agree more. <br />
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On another note, mamas to toddlers + babes... any advice for the constant nursing sessions? What does your toddler do? Mine currently screams and cries until daddy or nanny swoop in and save the day, but what will I do when I'm all alone? It takes a village y'all. And I am forever grateful to my village.<br />
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On Sunday, July 12, 2015 at 1:19 in the afternoon, my newest and tiniest love made his debut. Matthew Warren Lopatka, Jr. weighed 8 pounds 4 ounces (exact same weight at big sis Georgia!) and measured 21.5 inches. Our little family could not love him more.</div>
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This weekend was a one of those that I wish so bad I could go back to. Matt was off on Friday and I can't tell you how much Georgia and I loved having him all to ourselves for 3 whole days. His twin brother and his wife came in town, who also happen to be Gigi's godparents, and we even got an adult-only dinner in there! Possibly the last for awhile, but nonetheless, it was so nice. We frolicked on the beach with friends Friday, watched Georgia (dressed as a sailor girl) and my parents (dressed as Lady Liberty and Uncle Sam) ride in our neighborhood parade Saturday morning then headed to the pool with family for some more sun. To say my little lady was on cloud 9 this weekend is the understatement of the century. She absolutely adores her aunts and uncles and especially her cousins and I love celebrating with them all. Sunday we had lunch at my in-laws and a lazy Sunday afternoon. </div>
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Oh and we are still on Baby Watch over here. I turned 39 weeks on Saturday and truthfully I really thought my little man would be here by now. But hey! He's comfy I suppose. But no really... Matthew you can come out now. Everyone's ready for you.</div>
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Ever since the day we found out we were having a baby girl, I have dreamed of her first dance class. I grew up dancing both for fun and competitively and it was such a big part of my childhood that I couldn't wait to share that with my baby girl. So when I found out she was old enough, I immediately signed her up for a mommy-and-me camp before Matthew arrives (could use your prayers that I don't give birth at the dance studio - it's a toss up right now!). And I have to say, she LOVES it! Just like I'd hoped she would! I knew Georgia would take dance at some point. Whether or not she sticks with it, well, that will be up to her as she gets older but for now, it's leg warmers and black leotards for us :) And I'm in Heaven....<br />
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oh hi! i'm alive! and still pregnant. i promise to get back to blogging soon - i mean it! but last week i had a bit of a panic attack when at my 36 week doctor appointment they told me i was 3cm dilated! the thought that baby matthew could be here any day (or not for another 3 weeks, let's be honest) gave me a kick in the pants - which, honestly, i kinda needed! so last week was filled with washing the tiniest little clothes and getting his room all ready (even though he won't really sleep in his room for a few months - but hey! i can check it off). he still needs things on the wall. i'm working on a painting of some lyrics similar to the one I put in G's nursery, and I just ordered <a href="http://lindsayletters.com/collections/art-prints/products/be-brave-print">this print</a> and <a href="http://lindsayletters.com/collections/art-prints/products/great-big-world-print">this one</a> from Lindsay Letters. so progress is being made.<br />
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i ran into <a href="http://www.karikampakis.com/2015/06/the-woman-who-loves-her-people-well/">this article that someone</a> posted on facebook last week and absolutely loved it. i related so much in that this is truly the woman i want to be - the woman who loved her people well. in 2014 God and i battled it out in sorts. he refined me and really had to change the way i thought about life. i was so concerned with not "doing enough" and "not making a big enough difference" as "just a stay at home mom." now i look back at those thoughts and they break my heart because they are clearly lies from the devil. the biggest lies. i don't know what my future holds. no idea. but my right now includes me being a stay at home mommy and wife to (soon!) two babies and the sweetest of husbands. and i want to do that well. really well. with God's grace and guidance. i also want to be a good friend. i've met some amazing woman this past year just through having a child in preschool, and through play dates and what not i've formed some sweet, sweet friendships. i want to be a good friend to these women. a friend that has the time and doesn't think twice about spending it on someone else. so all this rambling was basically to say <a href="http://www.karikampakis.com/2015/06/the-woman-who-loves-her-people-well/">that y'all should read this article. because it's good</a>. and just know that wherever you are in life, you are enough. and god will use you right there. so let him.<br />
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happy monday! off to clear my camera card to get ready for my baby boy!!<br />
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Over the weekend some dear friends threw sweet baby Matthew a "sprinkle" and it was the best morning ever. I am so thankful for the friends and family in my life who not only love me, but love my children the way they do. It's truly humbling and I couldn't be more excited to meet my little man. Now! Off to pack a hospital bag, wash some baby clothes and vacuum or something.... 36 weeks Saturday!</div>
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Lately I've been thinking a lot about the term "terrible two's." My tiny princess lady is getting very close to her two year birthday marker and with that I have seen an increase in temper tantrums, a little sass here and there and me-oh-my is she Miss Independent or what?! But then the other day someone asked me, "Why does it have to be the terrible two's, why can't it be the terrific two's?" And I kinda wondered the same thing. Our society is great at labeling things - great at labeling people. I'm guilty of it already with Georgia for sure. But what I don't want, what I want to intentionally strive to prevent, is that those labels become any sort of identity for her. Anyone who spends five minutes with my child can see certain personality traits right of the bat - strong willed, stubborn, independent. But a lot of times people miss so many other traits - her gentleness, her passion, her nurturing ways (she immediately picks up her stuffed animals and kisses them when she accidentally drops one!), the way she has learned to be so careful around mommy's belly. It's all so sweet. </div>
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I guess what I'm trying to say is that it's easy to focus on the former traits - the one's that come out in public and cause a scene. The screaming child leaving the pool or the little girl who will. not. share. that turtle pool toy because it is M-I-N-E! And then another unassuming mama passively referring to my child as "bossy." Well, talk about wanting to shrivel up in a corner and cry! But why? Because I felt judged that's why - especially when it comes to sharing. Not sure why but since G has started playing more with others I always want to make her share, make her give her toys to others. It scared me (and embarrasses me) to think that my child was entitled or greedy or something that I never want them to be. So I ripped the toy out of her hand and handed it to the little boy. Was the the right thing to do?: Probably not. I really have no idea. But guess what? My child is 22 months old and her mama is a work in progress. And while yes I felt inadequate to "handle" my 22 month old ball of fire that day, frankly it's not about me. It's about teaching her. Teaching her to love others and give to others and that doesn't happen over night. Thankfully, I don't hold myself or my parenting to a standard of this world. I'm held to a standard of grace. And most of the time I really have no idea what I'm doing - zero - zilch - nada. Lucky for Georgia (and Matthew soon), we've got Jesus. His love. His grace. His guidance. </div>
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And while Miss Priss races through life faster than some, isn't that how they are supposed to act at this age? Isn't it my job to take the "temper tantrum moments" and try my best to turn them into a learning lesson. How is she supposed to learn to share or take turns if I don't teach her? And how can I teach her if she never gives me the opportunity. I love that G is strong-willed and even a little stubborn. I pray her "stubbornness" takes her right into high school and she is able to stand-up for what is right or wrong. Her passion may come out as screaming at the top of her lungs right now but one day I pray it comes in the form of fighting for someone who may not have the voice to fight. Every single night I ask God to help me be a better parent - listen better, have more patience, and most of all point my babies to Him. So to all the moms out there (me included) who find yourself in a battle with your tiny two year old human, just know this is a terrific time. In your life and in their's. It's a time when their personality shines through even more. Know that God hand picked your child's personality and also hand picked your child's parents. There was no mistake. God doesn't make mistakes. And if your little angel has the best table manners at home, but then decides to throw her milk clear across the restaurant at some poor old man the ONE time you try to take her out - so be it. Teach her. Love her. And give her grace. Our little ones need it just as much as we do. </div>
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1. <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/skin-care/cleansers-exfoliators/gentle-exfoliator-polishing-cream.html">Gentle Exfoliator</a> - I use this every day now where as in the winter months I only needed it 2-3 times a week. I keep it in my shower and it helps to slough off dead skin and excess sunscreen left over leaving my face clean and bright. I will take <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/skin-care/cleansers-exfoliators/gentle-exfoliator-polishing-cream.html">this stuff</a> to the grave with me yall. It's that good.<br />
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2. <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/cosmetics/face/dew-skin-tinted-moisturizer-spf-20.html">Dew Skin with SPF </a>- On most days, after I wash my face in the morning I'll put this on and that is it. Sometimes I'll add <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/skin-care/moisturizers/everyday-am-hydrating-cream.html">a light moisturizer underneath</a>, but most summer days <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/cosmetics/face/dew-skin-tinted-moisturizer-spf-20.html">this Dew Skin</a> is all I need. It evens out my skin tone so well, doesn't break me out and gives me a daily SPF which I love. <br />
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3. <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/body-hair/oils/lustro-body-oil-rosemary-citrus.html">Body Oil</a> - I use this every morning too. It gives me some moisture while also adding a nice shine/glow to my legs and arms. I'll dab <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/body-hair/oils/lustro-body-oil-rosemary-citrus.html">a few drops</a> on before I go out at night as well... and the smell? Simply divine.<br />
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4. <a href="http://www.cabanalife.com/lattice-printed-rashguard.html">Rashguard</a> - I basically live in my Cabana Life Rashguard these days (I have the a khaki one, no longer on the site). I put a bikini underneath and the ruching allows it to go over my belly so I don't scare people at the beach :) Georgia <a href="http://www.cabanalife.com/lattice-printed-rashguard.html">also has one</a> and she thinks it's so fun for her and mommy to "put rashguard on" before our pool dates. Also, I'm sun physco and this is SPF 50. Good for me - good for my babies. I've already ordered baby boy one for next summer (and maybe late this summer!).<br />
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5. <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/accessories-wraps/35182401.jsp#/">Sunhat</a> - I bought two good sunhats last summer and they have been my go-to this year as well. Although I'm also known to throw on a ball cap for the beach, I love sunhats more because of the coverage. My shoulders and chest get eaten alive in the sun, and hats are a surefire way to protect them. I love <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/accessories-wraps/35182401.jsp#/">this one from anthropologie</a>!<br />
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6. <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/body-hair/sunscreen/protect-broad-spectrum-spf-30-all-over-sunscreen.html">Sunscreen Lotion</a> - I lather this on Georgia every. single. day. It goes on smooth, isn't greasy and is so easily absorbed leaving no white streaks. Our whole family uses it before a beach or pool outing including the hubby. And let me just tell you that hubby of mine is picky when it comes to lotions of any sort. He hates the way they feel, but getting <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/body-hair/sunscreen/protect-broad-spectrum-spf-30-all-over-sunscreen.html">him to wear this</a> is no problem at all. <br />
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7. <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/sunglasses/women/banks/sea-smoke-tortoise">Sunnies</a> - I got these for Christmas and they are my favorite. If I spend moola on sunglasses you can bet they are polarized and I love all of Warby Parker's frames. Not to mention they are a good price <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/sunglasses/women/banks/sea-smoke-tortoise">for quality, polarized sunglasses</a>. G wear's sunglasses every day too. We Lopatka's have sensitive eyes ya know?<br />
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8. <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/body-hair/sunscreen/protect-stick-sunscreen-spf-30-sweet-tooth.html">Sunscreen Stick</a> - This is a new product from Beauty Counter and I am so excited about it! My family uses the lotion form every day, but I'm going to be honest - getting G out of the water to reapply every 90 minutes is a nightmare! I usually bribe her with a snack... but now I can use <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/body-hair/sunscreen/protect-stick-sunscreen-spf-30-sweet-tooth.html">this stick</a> for super easy application. The hubby loves a good stick sunscreen as well so it's a win win for the whole fam again!<br />
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A few weeks ago, our little family had the privileged of taking some photos with Kaylla Spencer of <a href="http://kayllaspencerphotography.com/">Kaylla Spencer Photography</a>. I wanted lots of natural light and I wanted to capture Georgia and my bump together. After the shoot I was a bit worried because my little lady was ca-razzzzzzzzzzy the whole time! Somehow, <a href="http://kayllaspencerphotography.com/">Kaylla</a> managed to capture her perfectly though. We couldn't love these photos any more. Will post the rest tomorrow!</div>
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My mother's day was perfect this year. My sweet hubby planned a slew of my favorite events that all needed bright and sunny weather (strawberry picking, picnic in the park, beach) but then we got hit by a tropical storm. So none of those outdoorsy things happened, but you know what did happen? Snuggles, kisses, family time, laughs and a pedicure with my mama. I'd say that's a win! And we snuck outside for a few pictures after brunch.</div>
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hope all you mamas and mamas to be out there felt loved, appreciated and special. and to all you women who want so badly to be a mama but aren't, or to those who miss their children in heaven, or to anyone who misses their own mama or doesn't have a relationship with their own mama. i woke up with you on my heart and i prayed for you. and i continue to pray for you. god is good even in hard times and whatever your story, know He has never left your side. He holds you in the darkest and the brightest of times. still praying for you.</div>
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I haven't done a pregnancy update at all this time and I thought it would be fun to do one this week! I am 32 weeks and baby boy is low and wiggly :). I find myself wearing workout clothes and pajamas mostly because that is all that fits and I am over maternity clothes. Luckily I found <a href="http://www.swimoutlet.com/fashion">the adorable dress above on Swim Outlet</a> recently so my husband can stop asking me if I need clothes (because I wear the same thing every day!). I love that this dress grows with my bump but is not maternity so I can comfortably wear it all summer long. <a href="http://www.swimoutlet.com/fashion">They have the cutest dresses y'all</a>! And suits of course. Check em out! But OK - back to baby boy bump update:</div>
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How far along: 32 weeks!</div>
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Size of baby: about the size of a squash!</div>
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Maternity Clothes: I'm kinda tired of them as mentioned above, so it's comfy dresses and stretch pajamas most days.</div>
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Stretch Marks and Sleep: None of the former yet thankfully. This pregnancy I used my <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004AI97MA/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B004AI97MA&linkCode=as2&tag=gratefinspir-20&linkId=HPEAKICEALKXPINU">BioOil</a> for a few weeks until it ran out and now I've been using <a href="http://www.beautycounter.com/body-hair/oils/lustro-body-oil-rosemary-citrus.html">Beauty Counter Body Oil</a>. I love it and it smells DIVINE. I have Rosemary + Citrus blend. So good. Sometimes I'll layer <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DM14TYC/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00DM14TYC&linkCode=as2&tag=gratefinspir-20&linkId=DLVL65DWFSW7AEPP">Burt's Bees Tummy Butter</a> before bed if my belly has been itchy that day.</div>
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Best Moment Lately: We recently took Gigi to the doctor with us to hear her brother's heartbeat and that was so sweet. I also love when she lays on my belly and he kicks or wiggles around and it startles her. She sweetly says, "Matthew moving!"</div>
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Movement: Tons! He's a wiggle worm just like his sister and nighttime seems to be his prime time.</div>
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Cravings: Ice cream and cereal that's really bad for you.</div>
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Gender: Baby boy :)</div>
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Wedding Ring on or off: On!</div>
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Any sickness/nausea: Luckily that has ended for the most part for me! The first half of this pregnancy was rough compared my pregnancy with G. Lots of puking :) Thankful that seems to be behind me.</div>
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Belly Button In or Out: In!</div>
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What I miss: Red wine mostly. And stinky cheeses. Lots of red wine and stinky cheeses are in my August future.</div>
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What I am looking forward to: So much! Holding my precious baby boy. Being a mama to a baby boy! Watching our family grow. Seeing Georgia turn into a big sister. Lots of cuddles and kisses.</div>
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Labor Signs: None! Let's keep it that way mister :) Although I have a hunch I may be early this time. but who knows! I'll probably be 10 days late since I said that...</div>
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Nursery: Not. Even. Started. And I kinda feel bad about that. He's already feeling the brunt of the 2nd child syndrome. Poor thing. But it'll get finished. And that sweet boy is sleeping in my room for a few months at first anyway :)</div>
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Emotions: Happy! Nervous. Excited. Overwhelmed at time. Blessed and thankful.</div>
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Every year I get to tag along on a work trip for the hubby in BEAUTIFUL Kiawah Island, SC. When I go there it's like the world just kinda fades away. And this year, I had a tiny little princess tagging along too! And a baby prince kicking in my belly. <i>Perfection</i>. <i>**Side note, last year I attempted this trip with said tiny princess only to arrive and have her throw up all night the first night we were there. So we left immediately</i>. Needless to say, this year was MUCH better :) My in-laws came this year too so hubby and I were able to sneak away for a lunch and a dinner together. And G loved all the attention (per usual). So yay! Successful Kiawah trip number 2 in the books. Next year I get to take BOTH my babies...<br />
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So last Sunday Matt and I were bound and determined to pick strawberries with G. She was so excited about "pick strawburries in da field" only when we arrived, we found they had stopped picking for the day! It was a busy Sunday and sadly, Tropical Storm Ana made her debut this weekend. So we are hoping for another chance to pick some strawberries sometime this week or next. But last time we did take some pictures (I mean duh!). And we bought Gigi some strawberries to munch on too. So hopefully soon I'll have some pictures of her actually picking strawberries... but these are pretty cute none the less.<br />
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And the last of the chicago pics are up! i took my big camera but didn't take it out once (oops!)! Hoping to get better at that soon. But we had the best time in that city. Until next time Chicago...</div>
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Denise Lopatkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14885645355554637176noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8836629047264025696.post-86851884551164877922015-05-01T15:40:00.002-04:002015-05-01T15:40:41.744-04:00thoughts on this blog lately...<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sneak peak of a maternity session i had the other night with the amazingly, talented <a href="http://kayllaspencerphotography.com/">Kaylla Spencer</a>! More to come!</td></tr>
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so i've been thinking a lot about this little blog of mine lately. truth is - i love it. i love this little online community and i have honestly met some amazing friends through blogging. i love when a friend texts me and says "oh i needed what you wrote today on your blog!." not that i am any sort of remedy for anything but the thought of possibly providing encouragement to even one person makes me smile. i love sharing personal experiences and then connecting with someone who feels the same or has gone through the same thing. this life on earth can feel lonely sometimes, even when you are surrounded with others, and sometimes just reading through someone else's experience can make you realize your not alone at all. jesus put us on this earth to encourage one another and build each other up, all while pointing one another to Him, and ultimately i hope i am able to do that. since i've become a mom i've also found comfort and community when i am able to post about georgia and what she's learning or struggling with. the support and advice i've gained from so many of you is priceless.</div>
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but then there's the other side of blogging. the fear of sharing too much. i've never worried about sharing too much about my life. i've always been an open book with my friends and family and i firmly believe that i am called to share certain experiences in hopes of encouraging others. for some it may seem like too much but for me, it's not. and matt has always been trusting and supportive of whatever i feel like putting on this blog. so it's really not matt or me i'm worried about - it's my babies. i obviously post a ton of pictures on here of georgia and i love doing so. i love when my gaga in virginia texts me or mentions to my dad that it made her day when she saw the blog post of georgia pictures. i love that. and i love reading my friends blogs and keeping up with their lives and their littles. but i also want to protect her and my soon to be baby boy. i have always been conscious of what i post about them anyway but with the internet these days i wonder if i should be even more careful? a good friend of mine recently made her blog password protected and i've been considering that for a while too. so anyways, these are all of the thoughts swirling in my head. i would love to hear what you other mamas/bloggers think about censorship/kid stuff, etc? </div>
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