2014 in Review: The Tripple P


2014 has been a great year.  As I look back, I think of all that we have done and accomplished and it dawned on me that this last year was marked by three big milestones...all beginning with the letter P...


The first P stands for property.  That's right, we bought the lot next door and we could not be more thrilled about the possibilities.  We absolutely love our neighborhood and our street...it's off the beaten path, has amazing mountain views, is steps from a river and a golf course and we have wonderful neighbors.  I don't know that we'll actually start to build for a little while, but it literally makes us giddy to know it's ours!


The second P is for publisher.  I never in my wildest dreams thought I would be a publisher of a newspaper, but here I am, and it happened for me at 30 years old, no less.  I am really so proud of my accomplishments with my work and to serve this community.  Tahoe is our forever home now and to be a position where I can help influence change and opportunity is pretty special.


The last P, of course, is my pregnancy with baby #2.  What a whirlwind of a year it's been and we are so SO excited to meet this next baby. Ethan has just blossomed over the last six months and I know he will be an amazing big brother.  It's hard to imagine life with two kiddos, but we are beyond excited for this next chapter.

Some other highlights from 2014 include...


Before I say goodbye to 2014, I have to express my deep gratitude for everyone that stops by to read and especially to comment.  I've been a pretty bad blogger when it comes to commenting and interacting, but just know that I read every single comment and enjoy them immensely.  I read your blogs, watch how we've grown and consider you all good girlfriends.  So thank you for following along and for all of your love and support this past year.  2015 is going to be a great year!

xo natasha

37 Weeks



This week called for a night shot...a late night shot!  Sorry for the poor quality! 

How far along? 37 Weeks {first 37 week update}
Baby Size: A bunch of Swiss chard
Total weight gain:I really think I'm closer to 30 pounds post-holidays...
Maternity clothes? Yet again, more accessories and mostly all maternity clothes...eep!  I got this fun scarf from my sister-in-law and her husband for my birthday...love!
Stretch marks? Who knows, but I think I'm still good.
Sleep: Just the usual cramping, aches and pains.  Shifting from side-to-side is nearly impossible now!
Best moment this week: Definitely celebrating Christmas and a close second was my birthday!  ;)
Miss Anything? Having tons of energy.  With my first pregnancy, I was out walking and hiking no problem.  Now, I can barely waddle across the room...help!
Movement: Still tons and tons of rolls.
Food cravings: Everything sounds good--I just try not to eat too much in one sitting.
Gender: BOY!
Looking forward to: 2015 and knowing that I can soon say that I get to meet my soon THIS month!
Differences this time? Lack of energy and just getting around in general.  I remember complaining about it last time, but I'm serious this time around!  ;)

xo natasha

Our Christmas Recap

What a whirlwind the last few days have been...I can't believe Christmas has already come and gone!  But it's truly been a magical one this year.  Seeing Christmas through a child's eyes makes me so happy and sentimental...and I know it's only going to get better each year...especially with a brother in tow for the years to come.  Here's a little recap of our Christmas...


All the gifts wrapped under the tree...


I loved our tree this year...I don't think I'll ever go back to the super dense kind again!


Ethan's "big" gift this year was from his Grandpa and Grandmama...we put this cute "playhouse" together on Christmas Eve and couldn't wait to see his reaction on Christmas morning!


Of course, Ethan loved it!  He also loved his cute new UGGs from Grandma.


 Kitty loved the playhouse too!  ;)


It was so much fun watching Ethan open his presents...


and then immediately want to play with each one! 
Train is Melissa & Doug


His tool belt from Daddy was a hit!


After we opened presents, we went to Gamma and Pop Pop's house to celebrate with the rest of the family...Ethan was excited to see all the presents!


The scooter was a total hit!


Of course. no Christmas morning is complete without a candy cane!


Even the dogs got in on the fun!


The next day was my birthday...and Ethan's two and a half year birthday, so we celebrated with family and cake, of course!

All in all, it was a great Christmas and it makes me a little sad that's it's all over already.  We've even taken down the decorations...bah humbug!  But of course, my mind is already shifting to this little baby on the way...I'm 37 weeks today!  Full term...it's time to start getting ready for his arrival!

xo natasha

Merry Christmas // Our Christmas Card


I can't believe Christmas is finally here!  I'm signing off for the next couple days to enjoy the holiday with family, but I'll leave you with our Christmas card this year...


The cards are from Minted and my beautiful friend {and fellow preggo!} of Artyard Photography took the photo!



Wishing you and your family and very Merry Christmas!

xo natasha