Mommy CT

After dealing with my Thyroid Cancer I really thought I wouldn't have any more children. I knew my husband wanted a 3rd but I wanted to ...

"We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of reco...

Today was my 10 year wedding anniversary. So hard to believe. I have been married to a kind, loving, hardworking man who is an amazing Dad a...

I love this place! It's always clean and safe and my girls always have a blast AND this deal is PERFECT for families looking to save som...

Being pregnant with your 3rd is completely different then being pregnant with 1st or 2nd. I have NO free time. I fall asleep on the couch al...

"God puts people in your life for a reason and at times takes them out of your life for a reason too!" I turned 34 over the we...

"What is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself.” Anna Quindlen B...

"No matter how difficult it is and at times it really is, it's worth it every single minute of it!"

1 year Cancer Free for Me! I remember a year ago driving to Yale and turning to my husband and saying "I can't believe this is ha...

With a third child on the way it is only normal to start to cut spending in areas where we can but when it comes to food we always focus on ...

I am having baby #3 and I am NO expert BUT I like to think I have some good advice and enough experience to share with Parents-to-be.  Gadge...

"Stop nurturing the memories of the past and focus on the future!" We tend to hold on to things that has ALREADY happened to us. L...

It doesn't matter how much money you have or how big your house is. At the end of the day as long as your kids are happy than you know y...

I don't know what it is about being pregnant that makes me more edgy. I mean I let some of the smallest things bother me.  The crazy thi...

To my great, unexpected, unplanned surprise the stomach virus that " never went away" was really signs of my body telling me I w...

Amazing how no matter how much you try to plan your life things will happen out of your control. I always was a planner but these last coupl...

"Sometimes all you have to do is search within to find the answers. After all they do say we are responsible for our own happiness....

Happy New Year everyone. Wishing you all Love, good Health and lots of Wealth. For love helps heal us and when you have love and good health...

"Love the moment you are in, for every second life changes."

On our way home tonight My daughter asked who would take care of "her mamma" if I got sick. Of course I told her not to worry caus...

It's not just about the presents but the magic the day brings. Embrace it and love those around you! Merry Christmas to you all! ...

Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas! From my family to yours!

It was her 1st recital. I was a nervous wreck for her. To be on such a big stage infront of all these people is huge for a 5 yr old- you wou...

This was so much fun to make. I did it with my daughter and I must say I was impressed with the results.  You Need: 1 box cupcake m...

Happy Soon to Be Turkey Day! I love Thanksgiving, I love it so much that I thought it was SOOO appropriate that my daughter was due on Tha...

"Believe in your strengthens and acknowledge your weaknesses!"  JCF

"Success will never happen without some sacrifices!" unknown author 

"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...