Lilly's First Preschool Field Trip

On Thursday we went on a field trip with Lilly's preschool to Green Spot Farm. We had a great time and it was nice to see the other moms, students, and teachers outside of the normal school structure. It was also good to experience Lilly's classmates and teacher from a different angle and it was nice to get to know them better. In a way it was bittersweet because a field trip is something that is so grown up and shows independence for school aged kids. The good thing is that Lilly Rose is still at the age were I can go with her and she is so happy to have me there experiencing the day with her.

Watching my little girl among the group was very special. She is fearless, headstrong, fun and inquisitive. The first to feed the horse without prompting, running into the hay maze without hesitation and loving on every animal she could get her hands on. She's special. Yes, she's my daughter and I see her through my mommy filter but there's something about seeing your child among others that really reminds you of who they are and that they are their own person. Luckily this little person calls me her best friend and I've come to realize that yes I'm her mom but she too is my little best friend.

Tempur-Pedic Update

I'm (really we) are absolutely loving our new mattress. I say we because Brian sings the mattress' praises every morning and Lilly sneaks into our bed every night! They love it and I have to say so do I. I sleep a very very deep sleep and that is my only complaint. I don't move all night and I have woken up a bit stiff since we got the new mattress but it's still awesome :). ..

On My Soap Box

I am very excited to finally start my own blog! I've been inspired by my good friend, Becky, and other mommy bloggers....so tonight's the night! I can't wait to share my everyday life, thoughts, inspirations, challenges and points of view with you. Hence calling the blog Munchie's Soap Box. As some of you may know Brian(my luv, aka B) has been calling me Munchie pretty much since we got together 11 1/2 years ago. When I told him I was thinking of starting a blog he was so excited and supportive, just love that man, that I decided to use that nickname.

I have to share that we made a major purchase tonight. We finally got a new mattress! Yeah!!!! And it's what B always wanted...a Tempur-Pedic. My oldest friend in the world ( I don't mean that because of her age), Crystal, got one a few months back and swears she's never slept better. And in this house sleep is much coveted. Our old mattress was a major mistake. We bought it at one of those warehouse sales and ended up being defective. Learned our lesson there. We are very excited and can't wait to have it delivered tomorrow. Will keep you posted on our sleep. Oh, and no that's not me in that picture, LOL.

Feeling inspired by this blogging adventure :)