It was 1944 when Grandpa met Grandma for the first time. He had recently returned home from a mission in New Mexico, and she was living with an aunt and uncle and working in San Fransisco. Grandpa’s mom had met Grandma before his homecoming, and instantly made note of the absence of an engagement ring. She wrote…
Father’s Day Gift Guide
Did you know that Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 20? Have you ever asked yourself, “What in the world am I going to get my husband for Father’s Day?” Despite CandyMan’s recent bad track record at getting me anything for Mother’s Day, I love to shop for him. I love shopping, period. I love…
Ready For a Road Trip?
Summer is the perfect time for family getaways. When I was a kid, my family would pack up the car and make the trip over the mountains and through the woods to Lake Tahoe. It was my favorite place in the world, and I imagine it would still be a favorite if I had the…
30 Indoor and Outdoor Summer Activities for Kids
For some of you, Summer is already in full swing. For others (like us) Summer hasn’t quite started yet, but will be here before we know it. The transition from full time school to full time play can be tough. It’s important (for us) to maintain a routine, even if that routine is different…
Second Cousins or First Cousins Once Removed? GMYBS
Apparently, I’ve had it wrong for years. First cousins I understood. Totally clear. My first cousins are the children of my aunts and uncles. Got it. But what about the children of my Great Aunt and Uncle, or the children of my cousins? So confusing. Guess what? I found a handy chart detailing the cousin…
My Baby
My baby is five today, but I fear that I will always see him like this: He will always be my baby. My little boy. My pal. And he’s growing up like the rest of them.I suppose he’s finally grown out of the mei tai baby carrier that I still keep under his seat in…
How Do You Feel About Your Kids Being Online?
Those of you who, like me, have older children know what a challenge it is to find them worthwhile safe (in my mind) and enjoyable (in their mind) activities online. Last December, I had the opportunity to review a social networking site for kids called Yoursphere.com. KitKat (13) and Necco (almost 11) were thrilled to…
Mother’s Day Quotes
Since I woke up sick this morning (yes, sick on Mother’s Day!), I am taking the easy route and re-posting some of my favorite quotes about Mothers. I couldn’t let this day go by without expressing my love and appreciation for my own mother. She is the best! The sweetest sounds to mortals given Are…
I Know My Kids Really Love Me Because…
Responding to a prompt from MamaKat’s Writer’s Workshop has got to be one of my favorite ways to blog. Most of the time I blog about things that have been on my mind for a while, or I review a product, or I tell a story about something that has happened recently. Writer’s Workshop posts…
Mental Health Day (Again?!)
Would you believe that Reese was too sick to go to school this morning? Neither would I…. Here’s what we’ve been up to today: This weekend was a Mental Health weekend for CandyMan and me. We relaxed, we ate out, we slept in, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Sometimes kids need breaks, too. PS–we found…
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