Bella’s favorite time of any day is when we walk. We can not say the word “walk” or spell it out, because she knows w-a-l-k and completely loses it. Even putting on a belt can be hazardous, because she sees the belt, thinks it’s a leash, and hurls herself at you, gleefully ready for said … Continue reading This entire post is about poo and pee.
Say yes to the pop-tart.
In the rush of making sure the kids had clothes for school tomorrow, scouring their room for socks to wash, etc., one of them asked me if they could have pop-tarts for breakfast. With no hesitation, I said yes. This wasn’t what I had planned for breakfast in the morning. I was going to make … Continue reading Say yes to the pop-tart.
Christmas is coming, but I’m not happy.
I think there must be something wrong with me, Linus. Christmas is coming, but I’m not happy. I don’t feel the way I’m supposed to feel. - Charlie Brown Charlie Brown helped me understand that I love jazz before I knew what jazz was. Vince Guaraldi is what I associate with Christmas music. When other … Continue reading Christmas is coming, but I’m not happy.
Nose boop!
She really does have a lovely snout. Apparently, I left our bedroom door open. I can't really blame her for taking advantage of that opportunity.
Baby wipes and dry shampoo.
It's ok to be tired. I learned quickly when my kids were small that showers were a luxury and that I didn't need them as much as I had believed I did. I might have wanted a shower every day, but I didn't need one that often. Our water usage has decreased and consequently our … Continue reading Baby wipes and dry shampoo.
Our Ofrenda
My children asked for an ofrenda this year. One of our closest friends has Mexican heritage and they’ve seen their friend’s family’s ofrenda nearly every year since we’ve met. Plus, my kids have the amazing privilege of attending a very diverse school with teachers who value including the stories of the students who attend. Our … Continue reading Our Ofrenda
Sausage and Carrot Bowl
A couple of months ago, I shared how to make Ham and Carrot Bowl. This is a slightly more complicated version because a knife is needed. Other than exchanging the ham for a package of smoked brats (doesn't have to be brats, can be kielbasa or smoked sausage as well), the recipe remains the same. … Continue reading Sausage and Carrot Bowl
Books and snuggles.
I was thrilled when our oldest was invited to be part of the school reading bowl team. Bella is delighted as well. More books means more couch time and more pets from one of her favorite people.
Rest.
I found my youngest's weekend job list. We've been trying to adjust how we do work around our home so that we can work on more intentionally resting. I'm not good at resting and I realized that, in our very hurried society, I probably needed to model what rest looks like. Read a book. Play … Continue reading Rest.
As long as the bad guy isn’t me.
Back in the early 1960s, a theme park opened in Tennessee with a Rebel Railroad. Passengers could ride through Pigeon Forge with toy rifles, pretending to protect the train from a union attack and buy souvenirs with hints of confederate sympathy. Needless to say, this didn’t sit well with visitors from the north. Later, the … Continue reading As long as the bad guy isn’t me.
Beka Tucker 