The Nap Time Creations

What a crazy month October was. Sadie girl turned one and we had a blast celebrating her birthday. Every gift she got was a noisy toy. Needless to say, my house is now filled with more noise, and I love it.  I love the toys she received.  I love playing with Sadie and making her laugh, watching her think, and trying her hardest to figure out a toy. It's in the simple moments that make my heart swell with love of being a mother. Being a mother is one of the most rewarding gifts from God. I am grateful everyday that I get to do it. But with that being said, it is also one of the hardest jobs I have ever had. Talking to someone who whines what they want, the poop (it's part of motherhood), the not eating, the toll it takes on my body, the sleepless nights, and the teething. It comes in a bundle swaddled in a pink blanket. The moments that matter most is the laughing, the smile, when they first crawl, the first step, feeding themselves, when they think they are funny. and mo...

For a Fleming Family vacation we went to San Francisco! We had so much fun! Watching a MLB and a NFL game, going to Alcatraz, the Warf, walking down and then up Lombard street (yea I'm that person) and piling 8 people in a 15 passenger van was fantastic! But going on this trip I learned so much of what do when traveling with a baby! I was a mess about the week before trying to plan it all out. When it came down to it I leaned what I did that was great and some things that weren't that great! Do's Take a smaller Diaper bag. I have two different size diaper bags and I took the smaller one. I took just what I needed for baby. Diapers, wipes, food, bottles and spoons. When going through security you can have baby food as long it's sealed, and out of the bag.  Take a stroller with you through the airport, even if you have to transfer planes. The lady checking you in will tag that stroller right up! She slapped a transfer and a pick up at the gate tag and we reached Sa...

I can't believe summer will be over! The kids are back in school, the air is crisp, and the storms have started. But as the seasons change, I can't help but look back to the last year and feel so blessed. Though we have no money and we are struggling, we have done and seen some great adventures, and the year isn't over yet. I have learned a few things my favorite things include. One, is this jewel came into my life and held onto my heart. She is the reason I get up in the morning (literally!) I can't imagine my life without her! Two is this guy! He makes me laugh when I really don't want to! He helps me calm down, and knows how to encourage me to keep going. I love him more and more. I couldn't of asked for a better best friend! Third, my scriptures. Yes I might get a little religious on you, but it is who I am! I love reading my scriptures I have such a better day and I am nicer to everyone, especially my family! I love going to church and learning...

I love summer and I hate to see it end. There are still so many things I want to do! Tube down the river, have a campout in the backyard, watch a movie outside. Summer can't be over yet! I remember last summer just waiting for fall to come, so that Sadie baby would get here! Now and want to slow time down and take it in. She'll be one before I know it. With that in mind I took Sadie outside and took her pictures. I have been playing with photoshop and love what I captured. The girl does something to me. I just love her!

If you are like me, you have to carry a heavy diaper bag all round. I like my diaper bag. It's convenient, cute, and I picked it out, so I like it. But, without fail I have always forgotten something and it drives me crazy!! A toy, blanket, bib, or just extra diapers. I am a new mom so I am still learning to pack everything for the one and only! So I have come up with a diaper bag check list. You can print it and use it for yourself if you have the same  problem. If I forgot anything please let me know! I would love to hear what are your favorite diaper bags! Don't forget to follow me!

"Home is where the heart is." I have been following Becky Higgins on Instagram. I love the inspiration that she brings to the world. She has started " Stories of Home ." Read the blog, she is so Inspirational, I love it. So, with that follow me on Instagram to see the Story of my Home! (click the button to the side!) Join in the fun and use hashtag Stories of Home. (#storiesofhome) I would love to see your home as well. Happy Home!

Lately I have been finding myself saying, "It's gross being a mom!" The being sneezed in the face, food flying, and the slobber swap, it's just gross. I learned I am a true mom now by: comes to me when hungry or tired wants me to feed her personal space does NOT exist I take a shower just to have a break While doing dishes I have someone climbing on me pulling out all the DVD's is a great entertainment I can smell a poopy diaper right away My hair is leverage for pulling up on Yet somehow, the smiles, laughs and joy Sadie brings in my life is all worth it. I would not trade being a mom for anything. So, being a mom may have it's hard days, but there is a piece of joy that is found everyday!