Shoups R Us

I know you probably come here for adorable stories about my children.  I know it's also probably a mistake to let you into my warped min...

For some time, KIC has had the extreme privilege of dabbling in horseback riding.  I say dabbling, because we have truly been all over the p...

Almost two years ago, to the day, I turned to Brent and told him we were hiring a nanny for the summer.  I was concerned about KIC's pen...

In October, I talked about our struggles with Sunshine's health.  Since August, Sunshine has had pneumonia every month.  We can almost s...

Kids are known for having no filter when they speak, and KIC is no exception.  She frequently has those of us who know better laughing at he...

People have been asking how KIC is adjusting to having a baby brother and no longer being the single focus of our lives.  Truth be told, I t...

We aren't much for structured activities in the Shoup House.  This is largely due to the fact that, as a champion procrastinator, some o...