• Kids

    Ben’s 3rd Birthday Party

    It’s been almost a month since Ben’s 3rd birthday party and I’m just now posting about it.  Ben chose a Thomas the Train themed party and although my love for character themed parties is luke warm, with the help of the internet, particularly Pinterest, I’ve learned you can take any party, even ones with talking trains, and make it somewhat chic. Somewhat. This will probably be the last year we do a family only party since Ben is getting older and making more friends at school. I’m thinking we’ll do something like the Little Gym next year and a bonus-no clean up at our home. I had done a chili…

  • Life

    I PASSED!

    Despite the fact that it’s a Monday, today was actually pretty great.  Because……………. I passed my boards. I am now a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. My new credentials: Cortney, MSW, BCBA

  • Recipes

    Oreo Crumb Cake

    I needed a quick and easy desert to take to J’s parent’s house for dinner and found this yummy one Pinterest.  What You Need: -1 pkg of regular Oreos-1/2 c. of butter-1 large box of instant chocolate pudding-2-8 oz cool whips-8 oz. of cream cheese, softened-1 c. powdered sugar What to Do:1. Crush the package of Oreos with either a food processor or in a Ziploc bag. Save 1/2 c. to sprinkle on top of dessert when it’s done.  2. Pour the crumbs into a 9×13 inch pan. Melt the butter and pour onto the Oreo crumbs. Once the crumbs are coated, press them into the pan to make the crust. …

  • Kids

    Sesame Street Live

    A few weeks ago we went to see Sesame Street Live. Ben got tickets for his birthday from my parents and if you read this post you know it’s not our first time to see the gang. The best part about this show? Not having to travel 3+ hours to see it. The show was great, the music was cute, and Ben left with a huge smile. Anxiously awaiting the start of the show. Don’t mind that Ben and J are in almost identical shirts. Ben is seriously his twin.

  • Style + Beauty

    My Wish List

    Since I’ve put myself on a major shopping ban until after the wedding, here are a few things I desperately want. A new purse. Any of these will do. Michael Kors Hamilton Kate Spade Kate Spade Danielle Nicole-“Mia” bag This new watch Michael Kors Any of these Reva’s will do And this dress from Banana Republic I think that should do it. For now:)