Rachel Verzani
Rachel is the wife to an accountant, the mom to a sweetheart, Cadence (Dec. 2004), a sass-a-frass, Liliana (April 2007), a smiley little guy, Drake (May 2012) and a precious baby sister, Sophia (October 2015). She enjoys her days at home taking care of her babies, setting up play dates, being active in her girls' classrooms, blogging, baking and praying.
Check her out at myspoonfulofsugar-rv.blogspot.com and desmoinesmomsblog.com.
Why I Love This Age: 15 Weeks
My baby turned 15 weeks old in February. I am savoring every single moment with this sweet little girl. She is our fourth. Potentially the last.... So, I am soaking up every snuggle, every...
New Baby Must-Haves from a Fourth Time Mom
I just had my fourth little peanut in October of last year. I can remember with my first how many ridiculous things I thought I needed for her. By the fourth, you just know...
Motherhood has Ruined Me
Motherhood has ruined me.
I am officially wrecked from these children.
My hips will never again fit into a size 4. My chest has forever changed. My belly will always have a little bit of pudge...
I Married an Introvert
If you know me, you probably know that I am not an introvert. I like big groups of friends. I like having people. I like being able to talk to anyone at anytime. I...
Wake-Up Call: 10 Unpleasant Ways to Wake Up
Motherhood is full of surprises -- from the first baby blowout to your teenager's first rebellion. Today, I'm sharing some surprising, and rather unpleasant, wake-up calls that are all too common in my home.
#1....
A Letter from the Womb
Dearest Friends and Family,
Thank you for loving me and accepting me without even meeting me. My parents kind of have to do that, but you have a choice. And I am grateful that you...
Expecting: Fears of a Fourth-Time Mom
I shared our big news with you all in my post last month -- this eggo is preggo for the fourth time around and we couldn't be more excited! However, I would be lying...
Making the School Year Sweeter
The excitement for the new school year is growing in our house. We are anxious to meet our teachers and see friends again. We absolutely love our school. The teachers and administration are fantastic at keeping...
The Do’s and Don’ts of Being Pregnant
We are still trying to come up with words to express how completely blissed out we are that we are expecting our fourth baby in October! In February, we were able to read two pink...
Happy 4th of July 2015: Displays and Celebrations in and around Des Moines
Whether you have relatives coming to town, or are looking for some fun to have with your little family at home, Des Moines and the surrounding area will surely not disappoint! Here is a list...