So i'm writing this post, as my baby sleeps next to me. She's five months now, which is kind of unbelievable. I wanted to write for a long time, but just haven't been able to catch my breath for some time. But now that we are five months in, I can sit and collect my… Continue reading Preparing for Baby #3
To celebrate Ridha's fifth birthday, we bounced around different ideas. I was pretty much set on not celebrating her birthday this January because a) It's too cold and b) I didn't want to break the bank. But my husband was pretty intent on celebrating since it is a milestone, and he thought it would be… Continue reading Ridha’s 5th Birthday – Trampoline Park
Every year for the past couple of years, I try to organize a night out with a bunch of my girl friends so that we can do a really fun activity together, and make it memorable. Because of babies and parenting and our incredibly busy lives, this is something we absolutely look forward to each… Continue reading Board & Brush Birthday
The other day, I made homemade burgers and it actually turned out better than I had expected. The patty was juicy, not too thick which is how I like it, and so flavorful. This is best served hot, with melted cheese and lots of yummy toppings. I like my burgers topped with lettuce, tomato and… Continue reading Simple Homemade Burgers
Like every year, I was planning a winter staycation and honestly couldn't figure out where or if we should go anywhere. I was just planning to give birth in October, then be homebound for at least 6 months before traveling or taking baby anywhere, especially in the cold. But my husband had visited MD for… Continue reading Winter Staycation: ICE! Grinch Exhibit
Traveling anywhere with kids is always...interesting. We have our own predictions of what we have observed in the past, combined with visions of how everything should go according to all your preparations. But I don't think anything can prepare you for what really happens! This post is dedicated to my observations and how our trip to… Continue reading Trip to Iran with Preschoolers Part II
