28 weeks

I had a really clever title for this post a few days ago, but (go figure) my pregnancy brain is in high gear and I can’t remember it for the life of me. The only thing I remember is that it was good and witty. So, let’s all re-read this title and chuckle a little, [...]

looking back: 2011 in review

I’ve decided to start a new annual summary blog at each new year – essentially summarizing the highlights of the past year in the Golz family. I already do this for our annual Christmas card, so the contents will be the same, but this blog extends to a much wider audience. So, for those who [...]

our italian christmas

Whew!! If someone were to ask me to describe the past 3 months in a single word, that’s the word I would use. So much has happened that I have pretty much felt like I was in a 90 day whirlwind just busily spinning from one obligation to the next. Somewhere in there, the holidays [...]

a letter to my son…

a place to call their own

For a while now, Matt and I have brainstormed different ideas for housing the dogs when we aren’t home. To be clear, Kasey has never been much of a trouble-maker, but Maddox tends to be more of…well, a dog. When they were younger, we tried kennels. That worked fine, but as they (and by they, [...]

the glucose screening test

Today was a pretty neat day for me. It was the day of my glucose screening test. I know, you are probably looking dumbfoundedly at the computer monitor and wondering if you just read that last sentence correctly. How does a glucose screening test equate to a neat day?! For me, it is one of [...]

my protectors

When I first found out I was pregnant, I read a lot. I wanted to learn everything I could about the changes that I could expect. I read a few articles about dogs being able to sense your pregnancy and becoming more protective of you. I thought this was the cutest thing and have been wondering [...]

operation: pantry organization

My latest Pinterest inspiration was to organize our pantry. A project that has been long over due. Armed with an organizational strategy, I made my inaugural trip to The Container Store. I was instantly grateful for my list and put on my imaginary blinders, as I’m sure I could have easily talked myself into buying at least [...]

26 weeks

So far, I’ve gained  just under 10 pounds from my pre-pregnancy weight, and am right on track for the average 25 pound gain of most women. I’m starting to notice more aches in my lower back and am having to be more cognizant of how long I’m on my feet. It’s difficult for me to admit [...]

my new addiction: pinterest

After months of seeing Facebook status updates from my friends regarding their love for Pinterest, my curiosity got the best of me and I had to check it out. What is Pinterest and why does this seem to be a new addiction amongst my friends?! Turns out, it’s pretty cool. It’s an online pinboard where [...]