Just when Middle was outgrowing baby shoes, I first heard of Rileyroos. I was fortunate to get a pair on his feet, just barely, though. Because he grew out of them and was suddenly jumping through mud puddles.
So with Little suddenly on the move, it was perfect timing for Rileyroos to come out with their spring line. I was sent a sample pair of their sporty Dakota shoes, of course in pink (Sunset). I’ve always found Rileyroos to run a little small, which is perfect since Little, at 8 and a half months, is just getting into her 6-9 month clothing. So the fact that the size 6-12 month shoes actually stay on her feet is a miracle! (in most other lines she can still pull size 0-6 month shoes off.)
I also find the construction of Rileyroos to be top-notch. The rubber padding is perfect for future protection and padding when she’s learning to walk. And they provide excellent traction now that she’s army crawling and attempting to crawl–she keeps rubbing her toes on the ground–the design holds up extremely well and there hasn’t been much, if any, scuffing.
Check out their sale items, too. They have a great line of new spring shoes, which means Rileyroos is pushing a few cuties out the door.
Thanks to Rileyroos for providing sample shoes for this review. Use code MWS10 for 15% off through April 18, 2010.
On our recent trip to Disney World, the Huz and I went over to Epcot for drinks, dinner and fireworks. It was calm. It was quiet. And it was, believe it or not, romantic (we ate in France at the window during Illuminations).
I haven’t done one of these in a while, probably because time keeps slipping by so fast and I’m getting way too sentimental. But now that Little’s getting bigger, I’m noticing things she likes, and things I like.
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and books and books and books (see below).
and Martha Alexander’s 
at least once a day. Note to anyone looking to buy a baby a book: my baby loves to touch, feel and sing!
overnight camp theater counselor to my current stylist, they all worked there.
. I read it front to back before I left for Orlando. And then, once there, I read it in sections and refered to it anytime we had a question. Or a change of plan. Or just needed a refresher before leaving the door. I’m telling you. If you’re going to Disney World, this book is absolutely a must-bring.
I also brought along 
which, written by a former cast member, is a book intended to use in the parks as you wait in those dreadful lines. At each ride, it provides quizzes, things to look for, and trivia about the ride and the part of the parks right by you. We were lucky, our lines were never longer than 10 minutes, so I didn’t find the book to be a necessity to carry. However, I did enjoy reading it during off times and quizzing my kids.
The 
I know, I know. You’ve been hearing nothing but complaints about the cold. ‘Cause its been cold around here. Really, really cold.
This winter, Bravado, who’s bras usually tend toward the pricier of the nursing group, began stocking racks at Target, making their brand available to the mainstream. Labeled Basics by Bravado!, its a smaller, less frills line than the fancy Bravado brand bras. Available in only a few “natural” colors and 3 styles: the Emma (Sleep bra), Stella (Nursing bra) and Felicity (Nursing cami).
How cute is Middle’s new Skip*Hop Monkey
Remember Linus and his blankie? We love him. We love that he needed a security blanket the way Middle needs his thumb. While none of the kids has attached to a blankie, they do love to pull them up and cuddle.
