by Amanda Trumpower | Jan 9, 2020 | Married Life, Twin Mom, Writing
The twins are officially one year old and growing! Things we are dealing with at the moment are increased interest in taking each other’s toys, independent wills but little communication skills, diminishing containment options for me to use when I need to be...
by Amanda Trumpower | Jan 3, 2020 | Book Reviews, Twin Mom
We’re back! Our household’s relocation caused an interruption in internet service, but now we return. It’s been some time since we shared our recent literary treasures, so what better way to begin the new year than discussing books? Santa’s...
by Amanda Trumpower | Nov 12, 2019 | Twin Mom
We are on day ten of living with my parents, day five of recovery. Things got interesting Sunday night. I was using my continuous motion machine on the couch while we played Medina. Suddenly I got super cold. Like, “wrapped in fuzzy blankets and teeth are still...
by Amanda Trumpower | Nov 10, 2019 | Twin Mom
This morning marks Day 8 of our combined family living adventure and Day 3 of surgery recovery. They say Day 2 and Day 3 of surgery recovery is the worst. So far, I have to agree. Friday night was terrible. Last night was better. The most discomfort I’m feeling...
by Amanda Trumpower | Nov 4, 2019 | Twin Mom, Writing
Day two of our convalescence in my parents’ condo has begun. A huge shout out to them for rearranging their home, closets, and daily routine to make space for our 2-3 week invasion. Moving Day Part 1 is in the books. Family from both sides and several friends...
by Amanda Trumpower | Oct 16, 2019 | Married Life, Twin Mom
We’re moving! We decided to sell our Columbus house and move to northeast Ohio. This will take us back to my hometown and immediate family. While it might seem like a sudden change, the truth is we’ve been on a quest for about a year and a half to figure...