A little about me! My husband and I met back in college and now live in New Jersey. In my former life, I was a recruiter for a large hospital in our area turned wedding planner, and now I’m a stay-at-home mommy to my 4 little munchkins. I have 2 sons, 2 daughters and a little maltese named Bella. Oh yea…and my kids happen to be 2 sets of twins! Nicholas and Logan will be 5 in January, and our latest additions, Aubrey and Alexis, will be 1 a few days after Christmas. Needless to say, life can sometimes be a whirlwind!
Whenever people find out I have 2 sets of twins, the number 1 thing people say to me is, “I don’t know how you do it.” And my go to answer? “Well, I really have no choice!” But the real answer? I’m organized and good at managing my time. I always see the glass as half full. I make time for me. I realize it’s not always going to be perfect. And most importantly….I really love it.
I was an organized person even in my pre-baby life, but having kids has kicked that up a notch. I love technology as much as the next person, yet I still need to have my old school planner and a handwritten to-do list. (And yes…I am totally the person that writes things on my to do list even after I have already done them just so I can cross them off the list.)
E Hayes says
Great post and adorable family! So funny too I dated a twin in HS who also had younger twin sisters! And I'm also originally from NJ – love jersey girls! I think being a mom in general requires lots of coffee, to do lists, and scheduling… You just are like x10!! 😉
Ashley @ Words About Waverly says
Love this post, so sweet! What a cute fam! 🙂
Melissa says
I needed this post today! I recently found out I was having twins and I already have 2 daughters (ages 2 & 4). I am envisioning chaos right now but this gives me hope that my life may not be as chaotic as it seems in my head. Thanks for the post!
Stacy G says
Adorable little family! Loved reading this post. Love her easy going attitude and she is right that is the only way to be when there's multiple small children in your home.(I have three) You can't expect perfection every day. You can just do your best, appreciate all that you have and enjoy your life!
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NellyandherNerd says
Great post and I also thank the nap gods everyday that my almost 5 year old daughter also takes an afternoon nap! Her naps allow me to get stuff done. 🙂
NellyandherNerd says
Great post and I also thank the nap gods everyday that my almost 5 year old daughter also takes an afternoon nap! Her naps allow me to get stuff done. 🙂
Courtney Nicole says
Great post! I love your attitude on life, love and family. What an inspiration 😀 Thanks for sharing.
Beth G says
Thank you for writing this! I am the mom of one year old twins. Having even one set of twins can present logistical challenges, but as every twin mom knows, it is an incredible experience and well worth all of the work! I think you have a great attitude and sound like a fantastic mom!
(By the way, I also dislike when people say "double trouble" or any other comment like that. Twins are a double blessing!)
Dishes, Runways and Briefcases says
Love this post! So inspiring!!! Give that woman so much credit and will definitely jot a few of these pointers down.
Thanks for sharing!
Natalie
Francis says
Love the "Oh well" mentality. I totally need to adopt that and stop being such a control freak in trying to keep the house neat, and other things. It's not always perfect that's for sure and I shouldn't put so much pressure on myself.
Christina says
I love the oh well mentality. I run at top speed all day and need to adapt that train of thought. I also never do anything for myself. That's something I need to work on. A pedicure sounds amazing!
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Emily says
Thanks for sharing! It's comforting to hear other Mom's stories. I totally agree with you on the importance of "me" time. Pedicures, shopping, and running for me! 🙂 Your kids are adorable by the way!
save. spend. splurge. says
They are just adorable. I can't imagine dealing with two babies let alone 2 with each of them at each stage of their lives but you make it work.