I often wonder whether my crafting is worth it. I know it’s worth it to me personally as far as the sanity it provides me as well as the sense of accomplishment, the feeling of creativity, not to mention sometimes saving money (especially in the home decorating end). But is it worth the space it […]
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Lessons from the playground
It was a gorgeous day sunny day here today, so the kids and I took advantage of the sun and met up with friends at the playground down the street. I’ve noticed lately that I’m friendlier and more conversational with other adults when my kids aren’t around. In fact, when I spent the weekend alone […]
Fast? Food?
Who knew that a fast food restaurant could be so much fun? Or that you could spend two hours there when you just went for dinner? And no, I’m not talking about waiting for your food at Arby’s! I’m referring to the ever-fabulous Chick-fil-a. It’s become a new favorite around here. We don’t eat out […]
Be Prepared
Saturday evening around 10 p.m. as I was wrapping up my kitchen cleanup for the day and thinking about going to bed, I realized there was a large truck rumbling outside our house. When I stopped and thought about it, I realized that the rumbling had been going on in the background of my mind […]
3 for the money
She woke up thinking it was just another day. Little Miss Sunshine walked groggily down the hallway but smiling this morning when I cheerily announced, “Do you know what day it is today?” She looked at me and smiled, “My birthday?” Yes it is!!! And the highlight of the day? The cake. Every ten minutes […]
Ages 3 and up
Monday the 7th marks the end of my two-month marathon that began November 7 with T-Rex’s first birthday. Little Miss Sunshine is turning three. For some reason, three is hitting me as significant. All those little warning labels that say “not for under age 3, small choking parts” do not include her any more. All […]