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 […]
Little Miss Sunshine
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 […]
Heard last night…
“My butt crackin show!!” No words to describe how hard we laughed. Interpretation: “My butt crack is showing and I need to pull up my pants!” Shortly thereafter, I discovered this particular pair of pants (I love osh kosh ‘b gosh) has the adjustable elastic waistband. Good thing. We don’t need any more butt crackin […]
Return of the Rock Star
So I gave up life as a rock star. I couldn’t handle the fame and crush of the paparazzi. I have returned to my alter ego of Story Girl – Momma and seamstress extraordinaire. Actually, I’m racing toward the finish line – which means stepping on a plane – in just less than 2 weeks. […]
The difference between Mom & Dad
Little Miss Sunshine handed me a birthday balloon out of a package that came from my parents for T-Rex’s big day. I blew it up, tied it, and handed it to her. A few minutes later she brought me another one. Same scene. A few minutes later she brought a third one. Same scene. A […]