I have been collecting photos of our recent wanderings, but simply haven’t gotten around to posting about all that we have been up to, so here is a random overview of our many adventures that you may or may not
Just a few more weeks!
Well, I’ve reached THAT stage of pregnancy . . . you know the one . . . The stage at which you hop out of bed and pull your clothes out of the dryer because you know that they fit
6 years old! A Native American Party
My big girl had her sixth birthday party this past week. Waiting for this event has been SO hard on her. Ever since her brother’s party a month ago she has been asking “is my party tomorrow?” nearly every day.
Stop obeying me like that!!!
The kids have been learning about birds lately, so I sent them outside this afternoon, binoculars in hand, to fill our backyard feeder and look at the local birds. “When you are in the woods be quiet, and try to
Wishful thinking
Mirette on the High Wire
What a fun time we’ve had reading this book. I just had to share! Mirette on the High Wire is an adorable story about a little girl who coaxes a retired tightrope walker (Mr. Bellini) into training her. For his
Builder Party
For his 4th birthday my little boy requested a “Builder” party. Construction is a theme that this family can really get into – our home is the perfect setting!!! Our party started a bit early when Nina and Grandpa arrived
Pop
My sweet husband said goodbye to his “Pop” for the last time on Valentines Day five years ago. This holiday always makes me think of the two of them and their strikingly special relationship. There wasn’t a day that would
Childhood Flashback
Shrinkydinks!!! Remember these? They are funny plastic sheets that you can color on and then bake in the oven so that they shrink and harden. My sisters and I used to LOVE making shrinkydinks when we were little. We
Breathe When You Can, and Don’t Stop Moving
Outside there has been a blanket of snow for well over two months, but in the gym it is a balmy 80 degrees and my children are dressed in their swimsuits. You would think that getting my little ones (who adore