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In 2019... I want to take with me -the unique sunrises and sunsets that I could admire - the memories of the new places we have seen - my dreams and goals -the smell of newborn Oliver -the joy of first motherhood months -the books I have read -the people I have met -the taste of the dishes I enjoyed -the adrenaline of the flights -the smell of the rain -the inspiration for writing -the LOVE. On the other hand, I want to leave in 2018 -the sadness and the lies -the loss of dear people -the sleepless nights -the doubts and insecurities -the homesickness -the disappointments -the fears -the people who are not important - and of course, the extra pounds :) Dear 2018, You've been so full of events and I really cannot believe you are almost over. Despite everything, I want to finish you in a nice way. I need to thank you for the lessons you have taught me. I am ready to start a new year. I am stronger! I am wiser! I am older now!!!

Hello there, Please excuse my silence, but I prefer to write only when I have something to tell you. I have been thinking about this post for a while as I was often confused on what gifts to choose for a newborn baby. When I was younger I had no idea what presents could I give to a new mom. I have always limited myself to clothes for the baby, which is not a very bad idea. However, it is very common and it surely will not surprise your mom friend. It turns out that clothes are not always very practical, because the baby is growing up way too fast. And there are so many other things which could really be more useful and more impressive. I have prepared a  list of interesting gifts wh ich can be a very good surprise. I need to mention that this list is 100% based on my  motherhood experience. I  included some things i had received and some that we needed and we bought  ourselves. 1. Diapers I know this might be weird, but instead of buying something " just for the sake of