Fi
Fiona is excited to be a part of this blogging community. She is currently a stay at home mum to two adorable children. Originally from Edinburgh, Scotland, she has lived in America for 9 years. Fi's husband works for an oilfield services company, resulting in moves somewhat frequently. Texas has been their fifth state in 9 years! Fi and her family moved to Corpus Christi in August 2015 and are enjoying all this city has to offer.
Top Eight Shows from Across the Pond
Growing up in Scotland I watched a few American tv shows. Mostly comedies. Friends, Will and Grace, Frasier, and way back in the day, Cheers. They were and still are my reference for all...
10 Binge Worthy TV Shows this Mom Loves
I used to watch a lot of television. Then I had kids.
Now I escape to the gym when I want to watch my shows. Yes, I am that person. So here is my guide...
An Adoptive Mum’s Birthstory
The phone call came in June, about 2 weeks after I had accepted a full time teaching job. We had been matched with a birth-mother in Virginia Beach, VA. She was due in September,...
Before We Had Kids We Had Pets…
Before we had kids, we had pets.
I did not grow up with pets. I had a few goldfish, but I consider them to be completely pointless. My apologies to any diehard goldfish lovers out...
How to Choose and Adoption Agency
Adoption can be daunting, isolating, and heart-wrenching. I learned some very quick lessons during our adoption process. And if I could impart any tips or considerations to be made when choosing a private adoption...
We Love Corpus Christi Libraries!
One of my favorite things to do with my kids in Corpus Christi is to visit the local libraries. Our community has a fantastic network of local libraries. There are six libraries in total spread...
Make Grocery Shopping with Your Preschooler Bearable for Everyone
The grocery store is one of the last places I will willingly take my preschoolers. Yet, I find myself there with both in tow at least once a week. With schools out for summer...
Please, Just Ten Minutes…
I am a morning person. I have been since I was very young. But I never realized how much I enjoyed my mornings until they were cruelly ripped away from me by my second...
Perfect Father’s Day Gift Ideas
I am not sure who decided that Father's Day should be smack in the middle of June and the kids' summer holidays, but I would like to personally thank whoever is responsible.
This year will...
10 Fun Beach Games for Preschoolers
When my husband and I relocated to Corpus Christi in August of 2015 the first place we visited was Padre Island National Seashore. I fell in love. The peace and serenity I felt there...