Mommy CT

"If you want something in your life you've never had, you'll have to do something you've never done." JD Houston

I will never forget in business class learning why birds fly in a "V: and why when they do they are so loud. Well that's because ...

"Your situation is never permanent. It's what you make of it. Life isn't solid, it's fluid. It changes." Author Unknow...

"Today's trial is Tomorrow's testimony" Author Unknown 

Her baptism was a little emotional for me. I remember planning it while I was pregnant to later put it on hold when I was diagnosed with Can...

Having a baby for the first time is so exciting. There are so many things to think about. One HUGE thing is your baby registry. This is cri...

Today's a reminder to never take life for granted, to spread peace in the world and to support our troops who protect us everyday! ...

"There's a brief moment in a child's life where you can capture their true innocence, and in that brief moment your only wish i...

Life is short and sometimes we need to be reminded of that. It's crazy to know that everyday someone dies. You think death happens to on...

With so many toys and dolls on the market it is great when you find one that you can personalize without having to spend a fortune. VTech’s ...

She drove me crazy today my little one. No matter what I did she wasn't happy. We played 5 minutes later she started with the "...

 

“ Strengthen me by sympathizing with my strength, not my weakness.” Amos Bronson Today I am 5 months Cancer Free! What an amazing thin...

"Being Mommy is so challenging yet rewarding, means eating last, cleaning constantly, and turning your dining room into a kid friendly ...

My only wish for my lil girl is to never ever change! 

“Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect. It means that you've decided to look beyond the imperfections.” Similar Qu...

"I survived Thyroid Cancer and now I need a nap!" This is exactly how I feel. My Meds are still not right so my body is living...

I finally did it. I went for a well needed long overdue pedicure. I know sounds so silly but when did I really have an hour to spare. I am e...

I feel like since healing from my Thyroid Cancer I have been given a 2nd chance in life. I built new relationships, apologized when I have b...

"Whenever possible try to always fill your life with lots of laughter."

This recipe is so simple yet very refreshing. Every picnic I bring it too I have been getting the same feedback: "what's in this sa...

How amazing is Cher!

Happy 4th of July!

My baby turns 4 months today :)

"We all need to learn to speak up and help one another. Once you open up its amazing how many people are experiencing what you are goin...

I bathed my girls got them ready for bed. Fed the baby and then she spit up on me and I thought "yep I'm officially back on mommy d...

I waited 8 months for today. My post treatment scan. Today I find out if I am officially Thyroid Cancer Free. I have my apt later today and ...

I met my husband tonight for dinner. I haven't seen him in 5 days. Driving there was emotional because it was hard to be without him so ...

"To know no matter what happens in life you don't need to handle it alone is the greatest source of healing!"

The strange thing through these past 8 months is I never felt like I had cancer until this past weekend with this treatment. The RAI treatme...

For my first non iodine diet meal I had pizza and boy was it pizza. I asked for the works minus anchovies.  When I saw it I was so excited t...

I did it, I completed my round of treatment. I don't know if I should laugh or cry. It was very hard but I did it and I must say I hope ...

You know that feeling when you are sick and have been stuck in the "house" and need to get out?! Now imagine being stuck in a ROOM...

Nothing seemed to help. I slept and woke up nauseous so I would just nap again. But like I mentioned before drinking water at least a glass ...

The worst part of my first 24 hrs of treatment was saying goodbye to my kids. I wasn't sure how long I was going to be away from them. A...

Wow everyone today I start my RAI Treatment and my blog hit its 30,000 viewed mark. No better way then to start this day! I appreciate all y...

This week I finally get my RAI treatments and I can not wait for this to be done! The diet started out ok and now I just want to feel myself...

Wonder what the Royal Baby name will be? Well now's your chance to have your say. Dreft is conducting a Royal Baby Name Game and th...

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there. Being a good father means being the type of man you would want your son to be or d...

Ever since I had my thyroid removed I noticed people I do not know shift there attitude once we begin to talk, it took me a quick second to ...

Yesterday marked my 2 month being Thyroid Cancer free. This Thursday I start my low iodine diet in prep to my treatment at the end of the mo...

"The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind." William ...

We all know how much I love this fudge. But it is not just the "fudge" that makes this company so much fun, the owner also has a b...

Happy World Thyroid Day. If you feel something say something. Be sure to have your Dr check your thyroid during your exams. If you ever face...

I have learned a lot these past couple of months. I have learned what matters to one person does not matter to the next. I have learned that...

These little hands will accomplish something big one day!

Want to make a difference in this world? Start by raising amazing kids! It's easier than you think. I hate to be that parent that blames...

By:  Kendra Thornton Spending time on a summer getaway with your husband and children can be a lot of fun. And preparing well in advance f...

BRCA Gene testing has been around for quite some time, every year the process becomes easier and easier. Currently in the news Angelina Joli...

As a Mother we wear many hats, sometimes it is tough, sometimes it is stressful but MOST of the time it is the most rewarding job you will ...

My incision is healing so wonderful on my neck and soon you will not even notice I had my thyroid out and besides my achy body nothing else ...

I always try to have a positive outlook in life. I used to really believe " Everyday can be a Good day " I even wrote a post abou...

The 1st of the Month will always be special to me; today marks my 1 month being cancer free and my baby girl turns 2 months old. Happy 1st o...

I love doing arts and crafts with my daughter so the other day I was loving the warm weather and bummed we couldn't go out since my baby...

What would you do with $5000? Starting on Monday, April 29th, Pampers is kicking off the season of Spring with a celebration of the ways ...

"We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives " John F. Kennedy

Wow 110 years is a reason to celebrate! Just like you whenever I think of crayons these 8 original Crayola crayons come to mind:  ...

I have a wound on my neck and a wound on my stomach and the first week I was alone with my two girls all I wanted was to make an egg sandwic...

"Once you reach your true happiness everything else in life becomes very simple."

I feel like I need to accomplish something big. Since I feel like I have been given a second chance in life and my purpose isn't yet ful...

"Let go of any people, place, or situation that does not let you be at peace."

For anyone who's ever had a baby I am sure you can relate to this. You have your beautiful baby and walk out of the hospital excited to ...

I am starting to believe that Cats are not the only ones that have 9 Lives. After I received my results I was in shock. I could not believe ...

My sister bought me Yogi Throat Comfort Tea to help with my throat after my surgery and it really helped with the discomfort. I went thro...