We all have bad days, or runs of days, weeks, months and I’m not even sure this one is done yet for me. I find it helpful (writing it even more-so) to count my blessings instead of wallowing in my frustration. I know you’ve all had times like this so take some comfort in knowing someone…
Authored by S
Spring/Summer 2014 Elections around the World and a little more
European Union European Parliament (EP) elections were held between 22 and 25 May. Across the 28 member-states the centre-right European People’s Party won the most seats, but came up well short of a majority. Representatives from the Roughly a quarter of all seats went to parties skeptical of the EU (or protest parties), thus, the…
Beyond Diapers… Serious Diaper Bag Packing – What You Want and Why
I was so excited to pick out my first diaper bag months before my son was due. H and I searched thoroughly for one sporty enough Daddy wouldn’t mind toting it (lost that bet!). It also had to fit everything I thought I needed. When my little bundle arrived I finally got the contents just right…
Button pushing (yes, they’re born knowing how)
So my son confirmed for me yesterday something I’ve ruminated over many times over the years… is the opposite sex just born knowing how to get under your skin? We call that pushing buttons in our house (probably you do too) when it’s done on purpose. Some people don’t just push more than others, but…
Baby Chick learning Curve… mine, not theirs
A little over a month ago I decided to get something I’ve considered for a long time; chickens. I heard chicks were available (for a limited time) at the local Tractor Supply Store, so after a brief review of a discount book I picked up years ago, some web surfing, and the much needed encouragement of my…
International Headlines
Ukraine – Fighting continues and EU/US sanctions on Russia increase. Kiev’s security forces have launched their biggest effort yet to dislodge the pro-Russian militants who have overrun the south and east of the country, reportedly seizing buildings in dozens of towns and cities (CNN). There is worry Russia will dispute the validity of the Presidential election planned…
Crock pot heaven
Ok so my best friend (you all know her, it’s H) gave me an awesome gift for Christmas this year. This book: Best part was she added these tabs: As well as notes about which recipes were good, bad, needed extra of something and post it’s with her own recipes. Today I made this curry:…
Grammy, Danpa, and Pre-Easter Fun
Since my son is only 2, last year all we did for Easter was have brunch. There was an Easter bunny, but he was probably the scariest one I’ve ever seen. That made this our first year with actual kid-participation. Yes, I know, Easter is next Sunday. My parents were in town last weekend, though, and…
Non-Toxic Cleaning and the Toxic Substances Control Act
I have been on a quest since my son was born to remove all the toxic chemicals from our home. It only seems logical that if I can do the same job with something that’s not poisonous when ingested, that I should. I started with the BabyGanics and Seventh Generation items, both of which I…
Imagination is Wonderful
I am always amazed at how my child’s brain appears to have come pre-programmed to create a world of make-believe from ordinary surroundings. My two-year-old’s vocabulary is growing by leaps and bounds as is his enunciation. With that I gain a glimpse of how incredibly powerful his imagination is and also how many things I never knew a…