For the longest time, Tim and didn't have a couch. Just a Southwestern-style loveseat, passed down to us by my in-laws. It served us well as newlyweds. We were young and twenty and in-love. In our 324-square-foot apartment. Snug in the snow and sunshine of Flagstaff, Arizona. Then, we moved to the Valley of the […]
They must often change who would be constant in happiness or wisdom. ~ Confucius I've been contemplating change the past few weeks. On walks with the girls. In talks with Tim. And I have decided that change is good. A little scary, perhaps...but very, very good. I have some more exciting things up my sleeve, […]
I'm launching a brand new feature here on Metropolitan Mama...to honor and celebrate everyday people who are doing good things in the world. Introducing...The SLY Awards (short for Somebody Loves You...or, alternatively, Stephanie Loves You). Every 2-3 weeks, I will be featuring one person [or one non-profit organization] who is an inspiration to others - […]
Tim took her on a hike near our house yesterday. Just the two of them. She wanted to run in the mud and dip her toes in the water (and he let her). He brought the camera and captured her staggering beauty exactly right. I am so lucky to have a guy like him in […]
Remember when my sister Kathryn did my make-up back in October (see right)? Well, I'm not really a full-blown make-up kind of girl, but I LOVED it! This casual Arizona girl who normally just wears a touch of lipstick totally felt glamorous on that day. I keep thinking that I need to call her and […]
Aren't you glad that our world is full of colors? It makes me so very happy to look around and see the lovely array of blues, greens, oranges, reds, yellows, and purples - in nature and in window shops. This weekend will be eclectic and cheerful and fun. I'll be showcasing and giving away some […]
Here are 3 more questions you asked...and my answers. Ashleigh asks: How do you keep the love alive in your marriage? You have such an obvious love for your husband, and I want to know how you keep things strong. Thanks for pointing out our "obvious love," Ashleigh. We really do have a fun, lively […]
Here are 3 more questions you asked...and my answers. Jenny asks: If you had to decide today, do you think you would have more children? Sara asks: Do you have a desire to have a boy and if yes, do you think that affects your decision to have baby #3? The answer is Yes. Yes, […]