Baby me

I went to see "Babies" on Mother's day with my daughter and I loved it. As a Mom of now 17 year of twins and 10 year old daughter, the baby phase goes fast. One day they are all grown up!
The film shows a myriad of "babies" and their lives based on a glimpse into the very unique style of parenting based on our culture. One thing is so clear, no matter where we are, babies are all cute, tantrums and all. Although this is just the first year of these babies, I want to see more of them and how they grow.

Let me know what you think if you have seen it!

baby steps

pve design illustration "baby steps" on top of a box for giving

Why is it that we want to run before we can even crawl. I am reminded of this each day as each of us take steps to achieve our goals and dreams. The above illustration was done for this Momma who is full of pure style.

I simply glued the artwork on top of a thick box which was recycled (from the holidays) and inside enclosed one of my hand-knit baby hats for her little boy to grow into. I love babies and the joy they bring to the world.

One thing I have learned is that working to build my business, and to raise my family and keep my home running smoothly requires steps," baby steps" each day and a huge leap of faith to keep it all rolling.

These are just a few tips that my Mother taught me;

1. Know what you are serving for "supper." My Mother told me this when I brought my twins home from the hospital. I sort of scratched my head at that idea but it does make brilliant sense. Dinner time can be the most challenging part of the day and having a nice meal can make up for even the worst times.

"cry baby" - here he is sporting his hat.

(Mommy Blogger torture, ha ha)

2. "Never do what they can do for themselves" which my Mother told me when I was lugging my two year old around. They have legs and arms, teach them right away, get them on board with doing for themselves. Raise them to take care of themselves, they will fly out of the nest eventually and the better equiped they shall be.

3. Share tips with friends and never be afraid to ask for a little help! You would be surprised when you ask a friend for help, how flattered they will be. (this is the one I have the hardest time with!) I am working on this.

What sorts of steps do you take to make your day run a little smoother? Moms, Artists, Designers and parents can share wonderful tips, do you have any that you would like to pass on?

Leave a comment if you have some helpful steps?

sleepy head

Meet sleepy head, the new kid on the block.  

We went a visiting and my little girl held him as though he were a doll.

The photos that I took inspire me to do a pencil sketch.

I love getting lost in the folds, the textures and the tiny details.

Thank heavens for little boys.  ( and girls too!)