Here we go... ready or not...

Let me start off this post by saying that I attempted to write all of this about 2+ years ago.  It was right after I was separated from my now ex-husband.  I had this amazing idea to blog about being separated and then divorced - what it would be like to raise my kids as a single mom, date again after a million years, etc.  I wrote my first post with as much enthusiasm as I could muster. And then I stopped.  Why? I have no idea.  I actually wished I hadn't because what has gone on in the last few years has been everything from amazing to downright ridiculous.  Too many stories to tell, not enough time.  And to tell you the truth, I'd rather just start from where I am NOW, as opposed to where I was two years ago.  So, let's begin:

This is me.  

Well, actually.... that isn't exactly me.  That's me on a very good day, cropped, photo shopped and and illuminated.  The real me is a less "glowy", no make-up, hair in a pony tail, sweats wearing, flip-flop lovin' gal.  In fact, when my son saw this picture, he asked me, "Is that you? Why are you so sun burned?"  

Here's the real me, complete with the two most precious 

children ever (even their grandparents will agree to that testament!). 

I'm a single mom of two beautiful children - Sophie is 7 and Eli is 5.  They are my loves and my whole life.  I often lose my breath when I think of how much I love them. Anyone who is a mom knows that this love is impossible to describe. 

I have been a single mom since 2009.  I am grateful everyday for the wonderful relationship I have with my children's daddy.  When we split, we both promised each other that despite our failed marriage, we would be successful at being the best parents to our children.  Since then, we've lived up to our promises and have built an amazing and healthy relationship.  Although we are no longer married, we are both fully there for one another, support each other in whatever we do, whoever we date, whatever life choices we make.  It's amazing how much easier it is when we get along. 

And this first post wouldn't be complete without mentioning my mom and dad.  Without them, I'd be lost.  They are the best parents a girl could wish for. I was adopted when I was 7 months old and consider myself to be the luckiest person in the world.  After my children were born, they naturally took to the role of "Mimi" and "Papa".  And to no surprise, they are amazing at being grandparents.  I love to watch them interact with my children and to listen to the conversations that go on between them. My kids are very lucky to have them in their lives..... :)  

So, that's all for introductions...for now.  I'm hoping to keep this blog updated and fill it with my life. I chose the title of, "Sippy Cups and the Single Gal" because that is what my life is at this point. Who knows, maybe one day my title will change to something else.  But for now, that's me and this is my life.  Enjoy.