My List of Worries
In a little over a week, I will reattempt The Trip That Wasn’t. If you’re new to these parts (or just don’t know what I’m talking about), you can read about it here. Or I can give you the nutshell … Continue reading
A New Chapter
Yesterday was one of those days. You know the ones when you’re being the worst possible version of yourself? I was a bear: grumpy, short with the kids, annoyed with every little thing. The worst part was that I recognized … Continue reading
Letters to My Children: Part Three
Dear Annelise, One year ago today I woke up early, showered and dressed, kissed your brothers goodbye, shed a few tears, and headed to the hospital. I checked in, got set-up in a room, met several nurses and doctors, made … Continue reading
Letters to My Children: Part Two
Dear Eli, Today is Mother’s Day. It couldn’t be a more fitting day to celebrate such an occasion because five years ago today, on May 12th, 2008, you came into the world, making my lifelong dream of being a mommy … Continue reading
The Truth About Parenting
Maybe I shouldn’t admit this since I write a blog, but here goes: I rarely read blogs. There are one or two that I stay up-to-date on, but I don’t have a long list of bloggers who I’m committed to … Continue reading
Letters to My Children: Part One
Dear Samuel, Today you turn three and move from toddlerhood to being a preschooler. Although I know it’s a necessary part of growing up, I don’t relish the thought that in a few short months I’ll drop you off at … Continue reading
It All Began With a Mule Named Alice
In February of 2003 my parents went to Arizona to visit my uncle and aunt. Any trip to the Southwest, especially one that involves traveling 3000 miles to get there, is not complete without a stop at the Grand Canyon. … Continue reading
What Makes You Feel Welcome?
A few months ago, inspired by a contest I participated in, I wrote ‘I Want to See Inside Your Fridge‘. In it, I shared pictures of the insides of our bedroom closets and asked you to do the same. My … Continue reading
A Bad Case of the Mondays
MONDAY 6:00 a.m.: The alarm rings. My mental to-do list immediately begins to run through my head. It’s a bit longer and more urgent than usual because today is the last day I’ll be home for a week. Early tomorrow … Continue reading
Meet the Winner
In my last post we played a little game and the winner was promised a featured spot in a future blog post. (If you missed the fun, check it out here). Well, the time has come. I’d like to introduce … Continue reading
