Author Archives: Erin

What significant things have happened on March 19? 1917 The Supreme Court upheld the eight-hour work day for railroads. 1918 – The U.S. Congress establishes time zones and approves daylight saving time. 1931 Nevada legalized gambling. 1953 The Academy Awards … Continue reading →

Natalie went to a trial dance class. Despite no leotard and the only pink being in her socks, she rocked the party! This girl has moves. She loves dance parties with her Dad, be it in front of the mirror … Continue reading →

Here’s the continuation of the first Elliott post…. My labor started the previous evening, when Natalie and I were baking pumpkin muffins. The avid LinvilleUSA readers may remember that I baked cookies while in labor with Natalie.A big thanks to … Continue reading →

Natalie had a hair cut scheduled on Elliott’s birthday. That got postponed for obvious reasons and Daddy took her on Saturday. She took awhile to settle in on the police car – the same one her friend Molly had chosen. … Continue reading →

Elliott William finally decided to make an appearance! He arrived on Tues, March 19 at 10:09 p.m., a week after his due date. He was 9 lbs, 15 oz (yes – that’s right… an ounce shy of 10 lbs) and … Continue reading →

I am ready for a real sister or brother to boss around… Err, I mean play with!

We are not the type of family that leaves Christmas decorations up all year but I have trouble taking down Natalie’s artwork. What do other moms do? How much should I keep? This is a favorite that I couldn’t part … Continue reading →

At 4 days overdue, Pinto is fully baked. More baked than his sister was (who was 4 days overdue, but at least had the courtesy to come that morning!) “They” say boys are more likely to be late, so maybe … Continue reading →

Natalie is a busy little girl with a lot of friends!  Last week, she and her Little Gems friends enjoyed a morning in the snow…. And, last weekend, we had a super fun play date with Natalie’s BFFs, Taylor and … Continue reading →

A few weeks ago, Natalie upgraded to a Big Girl bed. We wanted to give her enough time to transition from the crib before Pinto moved into the crib. Since we already had a double bed (on which Jordan and … Continue reading →