MaryHolloman

5 Questions to Ask Before Posting Your Child’s Pictures Online

I already know that this post is going to annoy people. Maybe even make some people mad. So let me begin by offering a few disclaimers: This post is solely my opinion and is meant to serve as a tool for thinking through a common decision many are faced with on social media. This postContinueContinue reading “5 Questions to Ask Before Posting Your Child’s Pictures Online”

When You’d Rather Be Eating Breakfast Casserole (and other parenting fails)

Seriously, you’ve only been breathing air for 15 months — how is it possible that you’re constantly knocking me down a peg? This was the thought rolling through my head as my little toddler stared up at me with his impossibly blue eyes, hands folded before him in patient expectation. Allow me to back upContinueContinue reading “When You’d Rather Be Eating Breakfast Casserole (and other parenting fails)”

Nobody Likes Fundraisers

If you know me at all, then you know I am PUMPED about the Greensboro Pregnancy Care Center’s annual Walk for Life event taking place tomorrow morning. It’s going to be a ton of fun, complete with a 5K walk, free food, prizes, and of course raising money for the center. This place is dearContinueContinue reading “Nobody Likes Fundraisers”

Love and Poop (and when both are overflowing)

The green neon numbers of the oven clock boasted 3:30 am. At least, I think they did. I hadn’t yet managed to successfully blink away all bleariness from my sleep-deprived eyes, so it’s possible I wasn’t seeing quite accurately. I guess I didn’t really care what time the kitchen clock told me it was –ContinueContinue reading “Love and Poop (and when both are overflowing)”

“Wild and One” Birthday Pow Wow

It’s been a while since I’ve done a DIY post, so I thought I’d share my most recent project with you — B’s birthday party! After much Pinterest-ing (that’s a word, right? It is now…), I decided on a “Wild and One” theme for our little brave. I saw lots of examples online of some prettyContinueContinue reading ““Wild and One” Birthday Pow Wow”

10 Things That Would Be Weird to Say Without Your Child Nearby

Happy Friday! Congratulations, you’ve made it. How are you celebrating? I’m doing so by sitting here on my couch in a catatonic state. No seriously — I just spent the last five minutes staring blankly at the floor. My little almost-one-year-old just left to spend some quality time with Grandma and Grandpa, and I’m reallyContinueContinue reading “10 Things That Would Be Weird to Say Without Your Child Nearby”

When Love Hurts (Your Wallet) — Enjoying Valentine’s Day without Breaking the Bank

I was at the store the other day when it happened. My senses were assaulted — completely overwhelmed with pinks and reds and hearts and chocolates. With rows upon rows of overpriced cards – some the size of small children. (Really, Hallmark? Really?) Dang it, I thought. Valentine’s Day. I hurriedly pushed my cart pastContinueContinue reading “When Love Hurts (Your Wallet) — Enjoying Valentine’s Day without Breaking the Bank”

Embracing the Normal

A few weekends ago my son got a stomach bug. You know, the throwing-up-all-over-mom-and-dad-and-lying-face-down-on-the-floor-crying kind of bug. Our sweet boy who normally moves constantly (as indicated by the above picture of him face planting), babbles incessantly, and giggles uncontrollably became quiet, tired, and uncharacteristically snuggly. My heart broke when he would crawl up to meContinueContinue reading “Embracing the Normal”

3 Reasons you might be silent about abortion (and yet not really silent at all)

Abortion isn’t usually anyone’s first choice of topics to talk about. This issue evokes so many feelings within us that we will often do whatever it takes to avoid experiencing these feelings. And one of the easiest ways to avoid this topic is through silence. In light of Sanctity of Human Life Day (which isContinueContinue reading “3 Reasons you might be silent about abortion (and yet not really silent at all)”

5 Tips for Practicing Perfect Holiday Etiquette

This time of year can be quite stressful and overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be! Check out these quick and easy tips for practicing perfect holiday etiquette. Follow these guidelines and you’ll be sure to impress your family and friends with your Christmas-savvy spirit! Perfect Christmas Card Timing. Proper Christmas etiquette demands thatContinueContinue reading “5 Tips for Practicing Perfect Holiday Etiquette”