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Four Hidden Emotional Needs of a Child

April 17, 2013

>>> The Four Hidden Emotional Needs of a Child <<<

 

I have a piece of paper secured to the side of my refrigerator that I was given when working as a school psychologist. I’ve kept it for years in its current location because of its importance. I often pass by and steal a quick look at its contents. It doesn’t take much…. just a glance, but it serves a purpose. It reminds me to take inventory of whether or not I’ve been doing a good job at meeting my children’s emotional needs. Hopefully, I am not only meeting their basic and physical needs, but their emotional, as well. These are the hidden kind that are much harder to communicate, especially as a child. After all, how many children do you know that come up to their parents and say, “Can you please give me some self worth today?” However, children do articulate their physical needs, such as being hungry, tired, or cold.

Although this list is not exhaustive of all deep-rooted emotional needs, it’s simple… and is universal to all children {Source: Your Child’s Hidden Needs – Bruce Narramore}. 

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Mr. Amazing Turns Two!

March 20, 2013

This is an emotional month for me…

the month of March.

Sure a time of great celebration with my youngest two having birthdays

within two weeks of each other….

but also so hard emotionally.

For some reason, I have a difficult time with this whole…

getting older thing.

I just wish I could keep them little longer…

maybe even forever.

Close friends of mine would probably tell you that I’m addicted to having babies.

That’s a fact.

I love the whole process….

from preparing my body for pregnancy,

getting that first positive result,

carrying that precious bundle for nine months,

the birthing process,

and meeting my baby for the first time.

I love nursing

{yes… I’m one of those moms!},

I love the tender bonding moments in the middle of the night

when the house is quiet and everyone else is asleep,

I love carrying a baby on my hip,

and the sweet moments when you look in their eyes

and they instantly smile because all they wanted was a second of your attention.

I   l o v e   i t   a l l  ….  

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Well this baby stage is

{unfortunately}

coming to an end for me.

I told Husby that he better get snipped because I knew I’d want baby #5 someday.

He decided to go through with the procedure when Mr. Finn was four months old.

I have regretted it ever since.

Perhaps not the route we should have taken…

but I wonder…

would I have ever felt done?

I don’t think so…  

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So, here we are.

Today…

March 20th, 2013…

our littlest man’s 2nd birthday.

A day of celebration for his sweet life,

all the love he gives,

and all the joy he adds to everyone he meets….

but also a day to look back and remember…

with incredible warmth,

the memories created over the past two years. 

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Born on a stormy evening on the first day of Spring…

this little man graced us with his presence

and we instantly fell deeply in love.

We haven’t experienced jealousy issues with the kids.

Although emotionally prepared to handle such issues should they arise…

they never did.

Our older three are just as enamored with him, as Husby and I are.

He is the most adorable little addition

with his dreamy brown eyes,

dimples and curls!

He is already a little clown around here…

striving to make everyone laugh by the things he does.

He is full of energy,

incredibly affectionate,

a little charmer to all he meets,

and a lover of all things big that move — trucks, tractors, trains and trash trucks!

Finner loves to throw absolutely everything

{Husby is hoping he will one day be a NY Yankee!},

loves to draw

{especially on himself and walls},

and play dress-up with his adoring sister…

wearing heels, a handbag and pink sparkly sunglasses!

He lights up with the mere mention of one of his siblings.

We feel so blessed that God entrusted us to love, nurture, and guide this little boy….

our “Mr. Amazing!”

There are no words to describe the immense love we all feel…

so instead,

some photos of the past two years…

 First two days of his sweet little life… Ry, Seth & Soph couldn’t stop touching him! I was one tuckered out mama! No drugs again… and a very hard delivery {I’ll spare you the details}!

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Happy Birthday, Miss Blue!

March 8, 2013

 

 Happy 5th Birthday, Miss Blue!

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Before we get started on this trot down memory lane, can I just say that normally my motto is that “simple is best”…. well clearly, I had a really hard time narrowing down my photo choices! Bear with me! Sophia is my only girl… and she turns 5 tomorrow…. 5! I’m still in a state of disbelief that she could really be that old…. I realize it’s all relative, but I honestly still think of her as a baby… my baby girl.

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{weekend} lovelies

February 9, 2013

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day…

some love,

inspiration,

recipes

&

our favorite posts…

enjoy this {lovely} weekend!

xo,

s & n

 

{Words To Live By // Etsy Poster by Eva Shrock}

 

{Darling Printable Valentine’s // Skip To My Lou}

 

{Red Velvet Brownies + Buttercream // Smells Like Home}

 

{60 Tiny Love Stories  //  Makes Me Think}

 

{12 Candy-Free Valentine’s // Plucky Momo}

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Some of our favorite {love + recipe} posts:

 

Love is a Verb

Chocolate Chip M&M Cookie Recipe

Family Date Night

Wine & Food Pairings

Sweet Dreams Little Man

Pioneer Woman’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

A “Moment” With My Older Boys

Favorite Pasta Recipe 

 

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{weekend} lovelies

January 26, 2013

It’s that time again!

Here are our {loveliest} picks from the web this week!

We thought we would focus on kids this time around

{because they’re just so cute}!

Hope it brings you lots of smiles,

some ideas &

maybe even a little design inspiration!

Enjoy your weekend!

xo,

s & n

 

{Musical Inspiration // Vazquez Sounds “Rolling in the Deep”}

 

{A Thoughtful List // 40 Ways to Love Your Child}

 

{A Backyard Bungalow // Apartment Therapy}

 

{Shared Spaces // Better Homes & Gardens}

 

{Kids Style we Love // Nordstrom}

 

{Lunchbox Ideas // Family Fresh Cooking}

 

{Tips on Photographing Your Own Kids // Click it up a Notch}

 

{Do-it-Yourself // Felt Crowns by Hello Bee}

 

{Dreams for your Child // Harper Grace Designs on Etsy}

 

{A Sweet Treat // Glacier S’more by Betty Crocker}

 

{Countdown to Valentine’s Day // Craft Ideas by Babble}

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Mammoth Lakes Family Getaway

January 15, 2013

 This year, we were finally able to sneak off for a family getaway to

Mammoth Lakes, California.

This was not only our first time in Mammoth,

but our first time {as a family of six} seeing snow!

This last Christmas

our oldest son’s only request was for a trip to visit the “snowy mountains.”

Of course, as parents… you try everything possible

to make their sweet dreams come true

{assuming they’re within reason, right?!!}.

So we cut back where we could, and headed out on a family road-trip!

When we arrived, this is what we saw…

it was b r e a t h t a k i n g …

magical….

a true Winter Wonderland!

At the recommendation of close friends, we decided to stay at the

Village Lodge.

We couldn’t have been more pleased with the accommodations.

With four children, we aren’t able to stay in your typical hotel.

At this point we need a little more space…

and definitely a kitchen to prepare meals for the kids.

Fortunately, the Lodge had it all, and was located in the heart of the

Mammoth Village!

I can’t begin to tell you how nice it was to send Husby down to Starbucks

early each morning for my coffee!

Everything you could possibly need is within walking distance…

coffee shops, boutiques, sweet treats, ski & snowboard rentals, restaurants and the gondola!

{for more images of the Village in Mammoth, click here}

 The day we arrived it SNOWED!

It must have snowed much of the night,

because when we woke the next morning

there was a fresh blanket covering everything…

 

 Over the next couple of days

we made our share of snow angels…

 and perfected the snowball!

 

The most fun that we had on our trip

was definitely the sledding!

We found a sacred little spot,

{close to where we were staying},

and made our own tracks in the fresh snow.

It was AMAZING!

Husby & I haven’t laughed that hard in years!

The kids were in a state of complete bliss!

Wish I could share the video of me wiping out on my first ride down

{rest assure… I did get better with practice}! 

 We also had fun eating snow…

playing with trucks…

 trudging along…

and sliding down the cold, wet ground on our bums!

Here are a few more snapshots

capturing memories that I know I’ll always hold on tightly to…

It was an incredible & unforgettable family getaway!

I feel completely BLESSED to have experienced this Winter trip,

to be married to this amazing man for the past 10 years…

and to call these magnificent four, my sweet littles! 

 

 

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bioSara and Nicole are sorority sisters that simply “happened” to end up in the same small town. They have many things in common, which have set the tone of their blog. They hope that you will join them in their journey of motherhood, dreams that may be, the daily life, and their passion for cooking, yoga, fashion, and design!

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