More Soup & Smile Sunday

"Nothing cures a cold better than Mama's homemade soup!"

~Mama Hen

Little Chick has another cold and had to spend the day resting in bed. Of course I called Grandma Hen immediately and asked if she could bring over some essential ingredients to my "Kisses Soup". She is the best and went shopping right away. So while Little Chick stayed in bed drinking lots of fluids and watching Little Bear, I made her the soup I always make when she is sick. She came down stairs and said, "Mommy, don't forget the kisses!" I said, "They are already in there, but I will definitely be adding some more." So before she went back up stairs I showed her that I was adding plenty more of the best ingredient - mommy's kisses. Happy Smile Sunday!

Get well my Little Chick!

Saying Thank You & Thanksgiving Thursday

"Saying thank you can mean the world to someone and takes so little effort to say." ~Mama Hen

Little Chick wanted to paint me another surprise last night. I was so excited when I saw her adorable creation! I, of course, said a huge thank you and gave my baby a big kiss. Her eyes lit up as she said, "You like it mommy?" I replied, "I absolutely love it!" We all have so many opportunities to say thank you each and every day. It is so important to show gratitude to the people around us and to our creator above. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Thursday!

Adding more hair.

So adorable!

Thanksgiving Thursday: 1.) Little Chick and my family. 2.) The incredible amount of kindness and love my beautiful daughter pours out every day. 3.) For a lovely hot cup of coffee on a cool, rainy Autumn day. 4.) For old friends and new friends. 5.) Dreams! For the wonderful feeling of being able to dream and work towards something.

Living from the Heart

"The heart is the center of it all."

~Mama Hen

The other day Little Chick asked me if I could set up her paints. She said, "Mommy you can't look because it is a surprise." She was painting for a while and I asked if I could see. She said, "No mommy, you will love this surprise. I will let you know when it is ready." Finally she said, "Mommy you can see it now." When I came around the corner she was still painting. I squealed with delight! She just kept painting as I told her how proud I was of her. When I saw the heart in the middle my own heart just melted. The love that my daughter poured into painting that gift for me is a reminder of what it all is about. Everything we do revolves around the heart - how we use our heart, give from the heart, love from the heart and simply live from the heart.

Smile Sunday

"Ahhhh.....There are so many reasons to smile!" ~Mama Hen

We are at the beach enjoying this beautiful day! Time has a way of floating by so quickly. Capture each moment and make it really fun!

Have a happy Smile Sunday!

Peaceful Walks & Thanksgiving Thursday

"Taking a walk with a loving companion can be so peaceful."

~Mama Hen

Little Chick loves going for walks with Lolli. Yesterday was such a beautiful day so we headed to the beach after school and took a long walk. Lolli and Little Chick looked so adorable together along that peaceful stretch of beach. We will definitely take advantage of all the great Autumn weather. Happy Thanksgiving Thursday!

Just hanging out with my buddy!

Thanksgiving Thursday: 1.) Little Chick and my family. 2.) Gorgeous Autumn days and long walks on the beach with my loved ones. 3.) Apple cider, pumpkin picking, crunching in piles of leaves and sunny cool days. 4.) Little Chick's caring heart. 5.) Flannel pj's, cozy slippers and hot cocoa.

Ladies Luncheon

"Each moment offers an opportunity for fun and happiness. Make each day a cherished memory." ~Mama Hen

Little Chick and I love taking trips up North and enjoying a ladies luncheon. Over the weekend we decided to go to one of my favorite little towns -Essex. Since I was a teenager I always loved visiting this town. It is small, quaint and historical. When walking along the sidewalks I like to think about years ago when people were in horse and carriages. It makes me appreciate the luxuries of today (heat, electricity, transportation, etc.). It also makes me think about how strong the sense of community had to have been in order to simply survive, especially during harsh Connecticut winters. Little chick and I ate at the Griswold and we had so much fun listening to a 40's band playing. Of course, after we finished our meal, Little Chick danced up a storm! It was a wonderful day to be cherished!

Look at Little Chick dance!

Autumn Fun & Smile Sunday

"The change of seasons offers a chance for a fresh start and an abundance of smiles." ~Mama Hen

Autumn has always been my favorite season. I love all holidays and what they represent. I cherish the idea of family being together and sharing moments that will always be remembered. This time of the year naturally makes me smile. The crisp air, cuddly sweaters, pumpkin picking, apple cider and delicious homemade pies are just some of the many things that make me happy. On Saturday Little Chick was so excited to put out all the Autumn decorations. Grandma Hen came over and we played together outside, put out the decorations and then took Lolli for a walk. Little Chick loves taking her dog for a walk. It was a wonderful cool Autumn day! Happy Smile Sunday!