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21 Bag Challenge Spring Cleaning

21 Bag Challenge/Spring Break

Spring Break came and went so fast. Most educators probably say that, though. I’m not ready to go back to school tomorrow. Most probably say that, too. While I didn’t get quite as much done in my 21 Bag Challenge as I would have hoped, I did make a lot of headway and, overall, my …

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21 Bag Challenge Spring Cleaning

21 Bag Challenge: Devon’s Corner/Coffee Table

I take a lot of joy in saying that I had nothing to do with either of these areas.  I am not the one who went through them, purged them, cleared them, etc. Devon did. I didn’t even have to ask him to do it. I came home from school on Tuesday and all of …

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21 Bag Challenge: Front Closet

So I mentioned last week that I needed to purge stuff out of my house.  Our house just has….stuff in it, and I’m not sure what some of it is.  And i want to make some changes around the house.  I was really inspired by the popular 40 bags in 40 days challenge that most of you have probably …

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My first attempt at a Day In The Life style reel! My first attempt at a Day In The Life style reel! 

(So be nice)

I’ve been wanting to show more working mom/educator/school counselor life stuff lately so I feel like this may be a good way to do it. 

I went to my state counseling conference this past weekend in Cambridge, MD so I decided to bring you all along with me! 

I stayed at the @hyattchesapeake and it was an amazing resort. The rooms were clean and spacious and the resort and views were gorgeous. Definitely a place to head back to for a weekend soon! 

Let me know if you like these sorts of reels; this was actually fun to make! 

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The Spring @fabfitfun box came@ready to impress! The Spring @fabfitfun box came@ready to impress!  Love the high quality beauty and super cute kitchen decor items this time. 

I’ve been a little less than enthused the past couple times so I’m very happy that I like everything or am excited to try everything in this box! 

#fabfitfun #fabfitfunspringbox #fabfitfunpartner #fabfitfam #fabfitfunbox #spring #springbox #springedit #beauty #beautysalon #skincare #haircare #decor #kitchen #kitchendecor #summerfridays #tula #vitamincserum #cute #floral #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
Feel free to wish this guy a happy 38th birthday! Feel free to wish this guy a happy 38th birthday! 

I was thinking back this morning about how one of the first interactions he and I had was around his 20th birthday. Coincidentally I also met his brother and his cousin (his cousin, who told me over a decade later, that in that initial meeting of me, she knew I’d be sticking around in some way- which was weird because I thought Devon was a jerk back then) that same day. I legit thought he was an arrogant asshole back in those days though. 

And he was. In many ways. 

And then he grew up. 

And he is the best husband/partner I could ask for and the best Daddy Sterling could ever want. 

He’s still a butthead every once in awhile, but old habits die hard. 

Happy Birthday husband! 

#birthday #birthdaycake #birthdayfun #birthdaydecor #birthdaywishes #birthdaysurprise #birthdayreel #reel #fyp #reelsinstagram #husband #husbandandwife #husbandbirthday #ihavethebesthusband #husbandwife #dad #daddy #dadbirthday #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
National School Counselor Week is technically over National School Counselor Week is technically over but I won’t let that stop me from showing appreciation to my fellow #schoolcounselors 

We are all exhausted and overworked and yet we still show up everyday for our students to try and help them grow and be their best selves. 

I hope all my fellow counselors were shown, at least some, of the appreciation you all deserve. 

You are all absolute rock stars and our kids are better off because they have you! 

#schoolcounselor2023 #schoolcounselor #schoolcounseling #schoolcounselorsofinstagram #schoolcounselorlife #schoolcounselorsrock #schoolcounselinglife #educator #education #educatorlife #highschool #highschoolcounselor #graphictees #graphictee #graphictshirts #irony #humor #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
We did a little redecorating in our kitchen this w We did a little redecorating in our kitchen this weekend. 

Someone is super into the new decor. 

I mean I’m down just because there is a place to corral all the toys instead of them being all over the floor and everywhere. 

I’ve been really wanting to get a nice buffet/side table for that area but…..baby. 

What we won’t do for our kids, amirite? 

#homedecor #kitchendecor #babydecor #playpen #playplace #kitchen #boymom #mom #momlife #hardwoodfloors #8monthold #babyboy #infant #infantlife #happybaby #babytoys #allthetoys #momsofinstagram #momblogger #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
2022 was mostly the year of Sterling. But at the 2022 was mostly the year of Sterling. 

But at the end of the day I wouldn’t have it any other way. 

In addition to our new addition this was also my 11th year as a school counselor. I can’t believe I’ve been doing this for over a decade. Even though education is changing )not necessarily for the better) I’m hoping for another 11 amazing years.

2022 was also the year that covid finally made it to our house. Luckily my case was very mild and even more luckily neither Devon nor the baby caught it. I am very grateful if it had to come here that it was as inconsequential as it was. 

Here is hoping 2023 is happy and healthy for our family and yours. 

Our little one may not be staying up for the New Year, but Devon and I will ring it in, in our traditional way. 

I hope everyone has a safe and prosperous new year! 

#newyear #newyearseve #happynewyear #newyearsresolution #newyears #newyear2022 #newyear2023 #2022baby #newbaby #babyboy #boymom #schoolcounselor #schoolcounseling #educator #education #highschoolcounselor #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
Merry Christmas Eve! Our house looks and sounds Merry Christmas Eve! 

Our house looks and sounds different this year thanks to the presence of a 7 month old, but some old standing traditions are remaining. 

Like getting takeout for Christmas Eve dinner.  Devon did his annual holiday baking for the first time in a few years today so the kitchen is in no condition to cook in (ironically). 

I hope everyone is having a great holiday. 

#christmas #christmasdecor #christmasiscoming #christmastree #christmastime #christmaslights #babysfirstchristmas #firstchristmas #7monthsold #tree #holiday #holidayfun #holidayseason #holidays #holidayspirit #momlife #momsofinstagram #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger #itsbeginningtolookalotlikechristmas
Who else is happy it’s Friday? Are you as happ Who else is happy it’s Friday? 

Are you as happy as Sterling? (You’d never know this kid got four shots at his check up yesterday). 

I know I am. Just counting down the days go winter break.  It cannot come fast enough. 

Doing some Christmas shopping tomorrow. Hoping to get most of it done so I’m not rushing at the last minute. 

What is everyone up to this weekend? 

#tgif #thankgoditsfriday #friday #fridayvibes #fridaynight #fridayselfie #fridaymood #fridayfeeling #fridayfeels #friyay #friyayvibes #friyayvibes💗 #baby  #babyboy #happyboy #6monthsold #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
Continuing the annual tradition of the Banks Chris Continuing the annual tradition of the Banks Christmas tree lighting the day after Thanksgiving. 

And yes; Krieger is already enjoying having his favorite toy back (peep the fallen ornaments). 

This year also had a tiny boy who found the whole process amazing and hilarious. I don’t think I ever heard him giggle as much as he did today. (Swipe left) 

(Also blame the crappy video quality on my husbands non Apple phone 😂). 

#christmas #christmasdecor #christmastree #christmasiscoming #christmasdecorations #christmastreedecorating #christmasmood #christmaslights #merrychristmas #babysfirstchristmas #treedecorating #magicofchildhood #magicoftheseason #babygiggles #happybaby #6monthsold #firstholiday #momlife #momblogger #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder10k #annapolisblogger
In addition to it being thanksgiving today; a cert In addition to it being thanksgiving today; a certain tiny person is also 6 months old today. 

I genuinely have no idea how we managed to get this overly happy, super smiley, rarely ever cries baby who is always full of wiggles and up for any and all play time and things that he can put in his mouth. 

He has his first 2 teeth coming in, can hold his own bottle (when he wants to), loves to ”stand up” with help, and talks SO much about absolutely nothing and gets so excited when he thinks dad and I understand him. 

Parenthood is weird; I’m still not 100% sure we’re doing it right, but at least we have a very chill baby who puts up with us. Mommy and Daddy love you; Sterling Archer. 

#baby #6monthsold #6months #infant #babyboy #mylittleboy #mysweetboy #thanksgiving #thanksgiving2022  #thankful #thankfulforyou #igettoloveyou #igettobehismom #geminibaby #firstthanksgiving #momlife #momsofinstagram #mommy #momblogger #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
When you’ve had a long day and all you want is y When you’ve had a long day and all you want is your Jammies, a nap and a snack; but you’re not particular about in which order those things happen…..

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Some days (like yesterday) I have dinner ready in Some days (like yesterday) I have dinner ready in the crockpot when I come home. 

Other days, like today, I take a mulligan and decide to sit on the couch for a bit and snuggle my baby instead of make dinner and text my husband to bring home dinner. 

It’s called balance. 

I admit, I’m good about 90% of the time to make dinner every night because I prep on weekends. But there are still some nights where I just say “nope, not into it” no matter how prepped I am. 

And that’s okay. 

Sometimes you need a night off. 

Who is taking a night off tonight? 

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Baby Eeyore’s first Halloween Party wore him all Baby Eeyore’s first Halloween Party wore him all the way out. 

Sterlings daycare did a trick or treat party at the end of the day and all the kids dressed up (the infant teachers dressed the babies) and my little buddy thoroughly enjoyed his Eeyore costume. 

He got to get candy from all the teachers (so mom and dad get to enjoy that) and have everyone tell him how cute he was. Then he got to “dance” at their dance party after. 

I got to come join for the festivities and I think despite having two introverts for parents….we may have an extrovert on our hands. 

:sigh: 

Mom is not a party person, but my little guy had such a good time…and ya know….anything for my baby. 

Happy Friday from Baby Eeyore!!! 

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Oh hey! Welcome to where I have spent about 98% Oh hey! 

Welcome to where I have spent about 98% of my time for the past several days. 

It took 2.5 years for the plague to hit this house. It took out half of my department at work; myself included. 

It’s so awesome. 

Luckily the rest of my house seems unscathed (which is good considering the almost 5 month old here). 

I do feel lucky that it’s been mild. I haven’t had a fever in at least 48 hours; or really many symptoms at all. It basically just feels like a bad head cold. 

This past weekend I was begging for a day to myself - no work, without Sterling, no things I have to do for the house or responsibilities. And today was the day I had planned for that because my district was off today. 

Instead I got 5 days to myself and I miss my baby so much. Moms know: to hear him cry and know I can’t go to him literally ripped my heart out. It was worse than the sickness itself. 

Luckily my quarantine ended today due to when my symptoms appeared and I got to hug my baby again (even though I was masked) and it just made everything better. 

Thank you for the well wishes; I appreciate all of you. 

Obviously we’re taking it easy this weekend; I just need to get Sterlings costume ordered. Moms, what are your babies dressing up for Halloween this year? 

#pandemic #plague #sick #isolation #bedroom #bed #workfromhome #resting #mom #momlife #momsofinstagram #momblogger #momproblems #momofboys #momtruth #mommylife #mommyproblems #mommylife #boymom #infant #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
Today is World Mental Health Day and I am someone Today is World Mental Health Day and I am someone who has battled various mental health issues throughout my life. The main one being Anxiety. Though I’ve gone through periods of PTSD, Panic and trauma. 

Some would even say I’m a TOUCH OCD…

That may be true…

There have been a lot of things I’ve done over the years to manage my anxiety and to work through other difficulties I’ve had. 

One thing that has always been constant though is this guy.  During a particularly rough season of life I said to him “you deserve someone better; someone who isn’t so broken”. 

He hated that I said that. Not the part about him; but he hated that I thought that about myself.  He has been a huge part of my support and comfort system for almost 20 years now. I genuinely don’t think I’d be the person I am today without him. 

Am I cured?  No. That doesn’t exist. 

But I’m better today than I was in the past. And that is all I can ask for. 

If you are struggling today or any day; there are places and people that can help. Feel free to DM me and I can help you find somewhere that you can feel safe and heard. 

#worldmentalhealthday #worldmentalhealthday2022 #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalillness #mentalwellness #schoolcounselor #schoolcounseling #schoolcounselors #schoolcounselorsofinstagram #schoolcounselorlife #schoolcounselorsrock #anxiety #ptsd #lifestyleblogger #marylandblogger #baltimoreblogger #domesticeducator #discoverunder5k #annapolisblogger
Decided to actually post a blog this week. Crazy Decided to actually post a blog this week. 

Crazy right? 

But some life updates since it’s been a minute over there. And of course shared some new baby and Krieger pics! 

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Someone heard it was October and understood the as Someone heard it was October and understood the assignment. 

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This little nugget is 4 months old today. This pic This little nugget is 4 months old today. This picture sums up his personality perfectly: he is literally always (at least 95% of the time) happy and smiling. Even at 5am. 

I don’t know where he came from. 

He’s very into “chewing” his hands, babbling, happy screams, watching cartoons with dad and taking 15 minute naps. 

He’s literally the best tiny human on the planet. And we are lucky he’s ours. 

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Happy fall! Its my favorite time of year so I ha Happy fall! 

Its my favorite time of year so I had to celebrate with my first dark mani of the year. 

This der purple was a favorite last winter and is definitely a favorite again! 

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Sunday family movie day in bed. (And don’t @ m Sunday family movie day in bed. 

(And don’t @ me about babies and screen time - I’ll raise my baby my way - thanks) 

We needed a slow weekend after just constantly being on the go for like 2 weeks - we were all feeling worn down and just needed some chill time. 

So we decided to stay in bed today, watch a movie and take naps. 

And it glorious. 

Just what we needed before return to the crazy tomorrow/Monday. 

How did you all spend your Sunday? 

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