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We got some snow the other day and had the BEST time playing in it. You can see some of the pictures if you follow me on Instagram @marthametzler. But before I post those pictures, I had to post some … Continue reading →

My Bennett Rippy, When you were 4 months old you weighed 14 pounds, 4 ounces. You were 25.5 inches long and had a “head that’s bigger for his age”. I say “were” 4 months old because you are almost 5.5 … Continue reading →

Oh sweet boy, I can’t believe you are two and a half years old. But honestly, I kinda can. I know when I’m older and y’all are out of the house, I’ll say, “Man, that flew by.” but that day … Continue reading →

Bud: making ambulance noises with his truck Gammy: starts making them too Bud: “No Gammy! Don’t do dat! Calm down! Bennett Rippy is sleeping!” ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….    

  a big, fat baby. And for some reason, I keep expecting him to sleep through the night consistently, be more predictable, and order me new jeans online. But sadly, he’s just a baby. I sat in the nursery last … Continue reading →

  I don’t know if I can handle resolutions this year. Most days I feel like my resolution is to survive and still manage to be a good Mama and wife. But I do have some goals that are important … Continue reading →

I’m terrible at asking for help. Terrible. Sam looks at me with such frustration as I am holding a baby, stirring something on the stove, and answering Bud’s really important questions about “whaa happen to dinosawrs Mama??”. And within t-minus … Continue reading →

I won’t lie. The big picture of life right now can seem overwhelming. So, I’ve decided to dwell on the sweet little moments that God allows me to have. It allows me to live more in the moment and less … Continue reading →

It came and it went and it was beautiful. There is something really magical about Christmas when your kid is old enough to get excited about Santa. And yes, we plan on lying to him to keep that magic alive … Continue reading →

  Dear Bennett Rippy, Well well well, we are a week shy of you turning 4 months and I’m just now posting your 3 month update. But from what I can tell, you aren’t going to hold it against me. … Continue reading →