I am "Crunchy"

So I never knew they had a 'term' for the way I am, the things I do but I learned last week that they do and it's called being a "crunchy mom".

I took the kids to a playdate last week to meet some new mommies from my area and in addition to meeting them I ran into another group of mom's that I also had a lot in common with, they referred to themselves as being "crunchy".

At first, I dismissed the idea that I too was considered "crunchy" as I figured it had more to do with recycling, composting and overall being green which wouldn't describe me (although I hope to improve in some of those areas) at least not right now, but I learned that it was more directed at being 'natural' and a lot of it surrounding the way we view and raise our children.

Well as my new "crunchy" friend started giving me the rundown I answered yes to almost all of her questions except a few. What do I do that makes me "crunchy" well I do natural births and a homebirth in water with baby #3, I cloth diaper (I love you FuzziBunz!), I love baby wearing (Ergo your the BEST!), I don't use medicine and I don't give it to my children, I breastfeed without using bottles (Harlow is 8 months old and has only had 1 bottle 1 time, it was worth it though to go to the Black Eyed Peas concert) and overall I believe in being as 'natural' as I can.

I just thought it was neat to have a definition for how I view things, makes it easier to classify and easier to find those that are similar to myself. I really enjoyed meeting this great group of mom's that I could relate to and admire, I always felt the minority so it was refreshing to meet a group who viewed so much of parenting as I do. I joined their 'Bohemian Parent's' group as soon as I got home and I look forward to getting to know them better and learning more about myself in the process.

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A Very Hoppy Easter

Colorful Eggs, Big Baskets Full with Goodies, a Delicious Brunch and my favorite part...being together as a family. I couldn't have asked for a better Easter.

I stayed up late the night before putting together the kids Easter baskets and Jon helped me hide them before we went to bed. Of course, Paige quietly snuck out of her room before we all woke-up to locate her basket (Jon thought he was so clever where he hid it but Paige didn't have any problems finding it..ha ha ha) which was on top of the kitchen cabinets. We kept Aiden's fairly simple under our glass side table and Harlow's sat out in plain sight sitting pretty on our bench. The kids had a great time opening their baskets and playing with the goodies that filled the inside, while Harlow enjoyed chewing on everything inside her basket.

Paige found a bunch of eggs that the Bunny left behind

Happy 1st Easter Harlow - 7 months old

Look at Harlow's newest mermaid friend Lilly, I won Lilly for Harlow from the fabulous

Roses and Rhubarbs Etsy store

After everyone was dressed and ready we headed out for a delicious brunch and following it was an egg hunt at the beautiful Gaylord Texan Hotel. The brunch was one of the best I have ever been to, the variety of food was awesome, the live music was great and the decor was beautiful for Easter. We will definitely make this a yearly tradition.

Harlow sitting pretty in her stroller at brunch

Aiden really enjoyed the independence on getting to pick whatever he wanted to eat

Paige enjoying the delicious chocolate fountain

Yet another good use for an Easter basket

I couldn't be any more lucky!!!

I love this picture because it really showcases each of their personalities

Harlow enjoying a ride in our Ergo, the best and most comfortable baby carrier EVER!

Paige getting some candy at the hunt

This is pretty good for a family picture