Hi Erin! Thank you! I don’t have a pattern for them, it is just something that I create from memory by hand!

Thanks Amanda!! (and sorry it took so long to reply! I swear I did, but then it wasn't here?!). There is certainly no harm in thinking through your parenting philosophies even before you become a parent! It always feels good to feel prepared. And once you DO become a parent, you're right to go on what feels right, and ignore what doesn't. That is the only way to do it!!

EXACTLY!!!! Wow thanks for sharing your stories and experiences with me!! I felt so good after reading your comment. That's exactly how I feel. I think the praise critics are pointing their fingers at the extremes of "wow i'm so proud of you for being so smart" that can ruin a kid. I get that. I knew that before reading "the books". I guess I can go with my gut on this since I know it's right! I have always tried hard to make my parents proud...but, I want Luna to work toward goals that make her proud of herself! Thanks so much for weighing in on this, it was great to hear your perspective!!

Thank you! You can find the pattern in this book: http://www.amazon.com/Last-Minute-Patchwork-Quilted-Joelle-Hoverson/dp/1584796340 Maybe you can order it, since you can't find it in your library! Best of luck stitching your own!! The patchwork is actuallly just a fabric print, not stitching and patchwork!! Cheating :). haha

youre right! I missed out on March but it totally isnt too late. I will post it and then hopefuly get the April one up on time!! :)

:) Yes! I think taking advice and then using it with moderation is probably a better way to go about things when it comes to all the books. I think if our intentions are good then were doing it right! :)

:)!!!!!! I love it too!!!!

MVIF. We love you too!!!!!

Hi Amanda! Haha yes I knew it was you! :) It is so nice to grow to like them more and more isnt it?? Imagine how fun it will be when they are kids and have funny, unique personalities and say hilarious things! So excited!

Yes...she was so unhappy when she had to just lay on her tummy! She was just mad that she could not DO things! Now that she is up and cruising around, she cries so much less! She will be a brilliantly happy kid once she is running and exploring. I can feel it. The schedule I started with certainly wasnt perfect for her but it did give me a nice starting point. I knew it wouldnt fit her since she isnt a normal baby (you know how it is!). Also... OMG you officially have a toddler today!!!!!!!!!! Aaaaaaah!

I do sew less now that I have a little one crawling around! But yes, sewing, embroidery, etc is my thing! You should dust off that machine! :) What inspires me about Iceland? OH everything I think! The landscape, the buildings (new and old), and it just seems like it has its own unique personality and culture that I would love to experience. That and Norway are my dream destinations! I am so jealous youre going!!! Well not jealous, just really excited for you - I am going to need to live through you - please share your photos!!! :)

Oh yay, Lynn, Im so glad youre joining me!!! Thank you! You are amazing!

Thanks Liz!!! I am SO glad that it has inspired you!!!! Check back in soon for Februarys theme! :) Enjoy your crafting, baking and GIVING!