Monica
Hello Lovely Dayton Mommas!! I think being a mother is the greatest achievement of my life…I am one of those crazy people who LOVES being pregnant – but will now vicariously live through everyone else’s pregnancies – as my husband (Chris) and I have decided that 2 littles are as big as our family will grow. Miles (4) and Miro (2) keep us on our toes – we like to get messy with art supplies, jump in rain puddles, have nightly dance parties, explore parks, cuddle for movies & skip in the halls at school. I work full-time as a Director of Customer Experience and manage a team of 14, in my spare time I am also getting my MBA through the University of Dayton. I look forward to sharing my thoughts, blunders, successes and failures. #parentlikenooneiswatching
Fun Run & Food Truck & Shopping – OH MY!
2 Great Causes * 3 Killer Food Trucks * Tons of Fun for Kids
What : Whole Family Event
5K Run/Walk
Kids Race (<1 mile)
Food Trucks :: Zombie Dogz + C’est Cheese + Pulled Pork
Bounce...
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HELP!
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Yes, just 6.
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