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A few worthwhile things I've stumbled upon while wandering the internet....


favorite pinterest quote of the week. 

  • My youngest brother has down syndrome, this video of people dancing to Happy to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day, brought a huge smile to my face. 
  • I'm not sure that Jeremy is really hold out any hope that our children follow in his footsteps, but even if they don't these, 15 books for little architects, are still pretty cute. 
  • Jeremy and I are both currently obsessed with Game of Thrones. I get nervous that's it is not going anywhere good but the story telling is so compelling that I just can't help but watch. If you are fan of the show you might get chuckle our the houses rebranded in to major corporations
  • I'm really enjoying the current movement of just letting kids be kids again (i.e. stop trying to wrap them in a protective bubble or turn them in to a prodigy). Here's another great article from a physician encouraging parents to relax, because our kids probably aren't going to end up in the pros. 
  • Vogue did a fun tribute to the best bangs of all time. For as long as I can remember I've had a thing for bangs. I get tired of them and grow them out, but then I always decided I want them back.  I haven't always had the the best, or even good bangs for that matter, but I do enjoy them.

just for fun, me and my 2nd grade bangs. i don't think
they'd  look so bad if it wasn't for the random
balloons fasten to my head. 


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  1. This childhood photo is so fun and sweet. Love your post. The first quote is very important and true, need to keep it in mind.

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  2. Thanks for the links! We're sprucing up our backyard right now.

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