Life can be busy. Right now it is really busy for my family. We are constantly rushing from one project to the next, one place to the next, and honestly, I find myself even rushing from one thought to the
Goals 2012
The beginning of the year always gives me great comfort. I have an entire year to look forward to, and I am not behind on anything. *yet* So, for this year I have a couple of things I’m planning to
Should, but Not
It is Friday, and I should be: Washing the floor Assembling portfolios Cooking freezer meals Folding Laundry Calling about my mixed-up computer Cleaning up Christmas decorations Bathing the dog Paying bills Lots, lots more But instead I have been doing
Morning Routine
I love lists. They are full of good intentions and order.I love my kids too … but the kids will never be mistaken for being orderly. They are, after all, kids. And second to speaking at ear-drum bursting decibels, they
Little Fingerprints
We have only one step separating my dining room from the rest of the house, yet we should have installed a railing; a cute little railing at exactly 2 feet high. Because we don’t have this railing, my youngest, who
Filing aka. Hiding the Mess
This time of year always finds me filing. I love to be organized, although you wouldn’t know it by looking at my kitchen counters on most days. I like the newness of taking all of last years bills and financial
Laundry List
Things have been hectic around our house. Between refinancing our home, beginning the school year, returning from vacation and dealing with a sick baby, the house has simply fallen apart from neglect. While ironing in the WEE hours of the
A messier kind of normal
When you first have a baby helpful friends and family are constantly popping by with a meal or offering to help with kids or housework. I love these people. They are so generous and helpful. BUT. I think they have
Clean Up
I’ve always had kids who love to take things out of boxes. This one is the exact opposite. She loves to put things away.Check out how fast that block is moving. This is serious business. Very helpful. Thanks Baby!
Mom’s homework
I don’t prioritize well. I love to plan, to organize, to think about better ways to get things done, but when the rubber meets the road I really have a hard time getting the most important things done every day.