How do you relax? I find Pinterest and Facebook to be very relaxing. Though both are related to my work on this blog. Since being laid off by my former best friend two years ago and starting this ...
NaBloPoMo
one job I could never do
Do you remember the time I told you about the bat being in our house? Or about the week following that adventure we had a baby owl nearly mauled to death in our backyard? These close encounters with ...
Working Hard and Seeking Recognition
As a stay-at-home mom, I feel like I work hard every day. Every single day. From son up to son down (yes, intentional use of the word son!) How do I know if I'm doing a good job? Sure, it's ...
on being a teacher
When I was in Kindergarten I was fortunate enough to have an amazing teacher. Her name was Mrs. Jensen. To a young five year old, she looked very "grandmotherly," though I don't know how old she was ...
What we tell The Boy about Santa Claus
We are so fortunate to have a youngster in our home this year. Age three is the year when the magic of Christmas and the allure of Santa Claus really comes to life. "Shunting trains. Shunting ...
making a list and checking it twice
Santa and I could be best friends. Why? I can often be found making a list and checking it twice. I am a pro at making lists. Even though I love my iPhone and consider myself to be quite tech ...