A five-month-old babe.



What are these things you call "toes"? Why is it so bright? Who is this Briggy guy that keeps touching my face? And why are you so hilarious, mom? These are just a few of the thoughts running through Kerigan's mind at 5 months old (or at least I like to believe so). At 5 months, Kerbear is curious, funny and beginning to understand the power of pouting. 

She's still our Lil Bit and goes with the flow (especially since her brother is constantly conjuring up daily activities for the two of them). However, when she's hungry- watch out world. 

She is finally getting to explore this world in less than 12 layers and 4 hats. She likes the sunshine and warmth. She never fusses when we go to the park, zoo or neighborhood walks. She really demands that we treat her like the rest of the family now. If we are eating at the table, she won't accept anything other than sitting at the table with us. I use to be able to rock her to sleep in her swing during dinner or social gatherings- but she knows now when a party is going on. 

She is still exclusively breastfeeding. (I know I'm late to the party in introducing cereal and baby foods). My excuse is bad. Convenience. I really want Ryan to be there when she tries cereal for the first time. However, with her feeding schedule, we can never seem to line "the first feeding" time up with him being home. I promise that she won't be breastfeeding when she's five- but for now, it is what is working for our family. She is still spitting up but it doesn't seem to be as often or as much. I think she has also been eating more frequently. For a while she was sleeping 10+ hours a night. Now the most is 7 (which is still good). I am curious to see what she weighs next month because I believe she is gaining weight. There are at least some baby rolls now. 


I'm getting a little anxious about the fact that 6 months is right in the horizon. I love having this baby in my arms.AT.ALL.TIMES. I love wearing her in my Ergo or Bjorn on walks whether it be in the neighborhood or at Target. I feel this crazy connection with her and that I NEED to be touching her at all times. I love her baby smell. I love her giggles and I'm crazy about her smiles. I love the way her brother treats her and how he is already teaching her about Jesus. She loves her brother. No one else can make her light up like he does. He loves to hug her and snuggle with her and I under blankets in the morning. I want them to always love snuggling. Maybe that's why I am anxious about 6 months. Don't stop snuggling your mommy, baby girl. Like, ever.

#becauseimhappy

#grump


Happy 5 months, my sweet girl! You make my heart siiiiing.

I am a MOMpreneur (Contest + Giveaway)

Hello. My name is Krista and I'm a MOMpreneur. Ever since I was a little girl, I have collaborated the creative side of my brain and the entrepreneurial side. I remember sitting in my 5th grade class, taking orders from my peers to create their name in 3-D block letters for a quarter (what a deal, right!?). I remember feeling so fulfilled when I saw my classmates happy with the finished product.

I believe this balance of my brain is what helps me be a successful Realtor. I truly love what I do and love that I have the flexibility to creatively market and sell homes. But the creative juices do not stop there.

I have recently been asked to hop on board as a Stylist for an incredible company, Stella & Dot. Stella & Dot sells beautiful accessories (such as jewelry, bags, scarves, tech accessories and more) while also doing some amazing charity work such as fundraising for the HollyRod foundation for Autism Awareness.

As of late, I have also been asked to photograph babies, families, friends and more which has jump started KristaKPhotography!


So here is the dealio friends, I have been wracking my brain for a new blog name. I want it to encompass a page for my family blog, my real estate page, my photography page and stylist page! Something very simple but makes an impact. I am also going to be changing it to a .com and get rid of the blogspot.com to make it cleaner. [Clarification: I want the family blog to be the main hub- so this is the one I am essentially wanting to rename. The real estate page, photography page and stylist pages already exist and will just have buttons off of the main hub- hope that narrows it down for you!]

(I know this seems like a lot but the beauty of being a MOMpreneur is that I get to create my own schedule. So the zoo dates, swimming pool days and park play are still at my fingertips at any time)

So here's the contest: Comment below or email me at krista@carlvargasteam.com with your blog name ideas! The winner will receive a $25 Visa gift card 

Thank you all so much for your support! (And if any of you know any web designers out there to help me organize everything in a wordpress.com- I could do a photo shoot for them as collateral!)

XOXO
-Krista the MOMpreneur

**UPDATE: WE HAVE A WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER....WORKING ON THE NEW LAUNCH-STAY TUNED**