Happy New Year! Did you make it to midnight? I unfortunately did, and once again did not enjoy Jenny McCarthy’s lip lock. (Sigh.) But as I sit here trying to organize and focus on goals for 2015, I was pretty surprised when I looked back at the history of this site.
I started a version of this blog back in December of 2012, but didn’t really start writing consistently until December of 2013. It’s pretty remarkable what changes you can make in one year, and writing for this site, and for others has been truly rewarding. I was totally blown away this year when a local site, the Miami New Times & Broward New Times, named mommy in Sports “The Best Blog for Moms”. (People were actually reading….hooray!)
Will I continue in 2015? Most definitely yes! But I won’t be writing as frequently, and I’m hoping to mix in more video segments since that’s my first love. I’ve decided 2015 will be a year of fun…more living, and less stressing.
So let’s look back at the top ten most viewed posts of 2014!
10. One New Food – Nice to see you all agree that our picky eaters need to step up their game. This will continue this year folks, so be prepared!
9. Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms
8. 2 Minute Drill Chris Bosh – I loved this too – but honestly I thought UD’s was even funnier! Such good guys…and dads!
7. The Day God Spoke to Me at the Spa – I am thrilled that this made the list, our journey to parenthood was extremely difficult…and this was a very personal story I shared.
5. Double the Kids, Quadruple the Mom Guilt
3. 5 Ways to Off the Elf on the Shelf – All I can say is thank you. And yes, you can still off your elf!
2. DIY Sharpie Mugs
1. DIY Frozen Birthday Cake – This I’m not surprised topped the most viewed list, as did Frozen Birthday Party Ideas, and Frozen Decorations. And oh yeah Frozen Halloween Coloring Page. (I just didn’t want to overwhelm you with Frozen- mania!)
I’d like to add one more post and give it an honorable mention. I wrote My Best Day as a Mom So Far about teaching our daughters about self-love, it was the hardest thing I ever published, and the one I’m most proud of.
It’s been quite a year! 2014 brought us to our 4th NBA Finals, lots of health challenges, the first day of school, and so much more…but through it all we held it together and learned to embrace and love every moment of parenting. My word of 2015 is gratitude, because I am so incredibly thankful to be a mother, and be on this journey. My cup runneth over…
Happy 2015, may it bring much peace, happiness, health and love! And thank you for your continuing support!
Great list, great posts! I love your plans for 2015 too. Let’s focus on what’s important!!
Great list, great posts! I love your plans for 2015 too. Let’s focus on what’s important!!
Love this! These posts are all wonderful! I can’t wait to see more of your video segments! You are so at home in front of the camera!
Wow, lots of awesome posts! I wish I had seen those baby jar candles when I had more baby jars around the house. Looking forward to reading more of your posts in 2015!
I am so happy to recognize just about all of these! And all were wonderful. I love when you talk about food. And parenting. And parties. And God.
I can’t wait to read all of those! Especially your honorable mention. Looks like a great year!
I’m so happy to have found your blog! Though my kids are way past the, um, intended age, My daughter-in-law is a blog reader (and expecting her second child), so I know she will love you (so to speak).
I remember and enjoyed all of these!
Good for you on deciding to have 2015 be a year of less stress! Happy New Year my fiend!
Girl I am so proud to even know you. Well, know you through the internet haha. You are such an inspiration for me and I absolutely love stopping by and seeing what you’ve come up with for the week. So excited about your Best Mommy Blog shoutout – and I couldn’t agree more 🙂 Happy New Year!!
Thank you Jen! And Happy New Year to you – can’t wait to see what is in store for you and keep up with your adventures!
I loved all of these!! Its funny to see what readers like, in comparison to the posts we personally liked best. Looking forward to seeing what you have in store for 2015!
These plethora of ideas made my last year a blast! We loved the sharpie mugs! My snuggle angel and I have made lots for everyone in the family. My friends started bulk ordering this year and I think it’s going to be a great personalized business!
That’s awesome – congrats!