I earned the coolest mom award this afternoon. KitKat and her friend were over here after school and started joking about wanting to burn their posters from Spanish class (sadly, they really don’t like the teacher, and he has just about ruined the language for my daughter). I heard them scheming in the kitchen, and…
Fears? Conquered! A WordFul Wednesday
Necco was born terrified of animals. It didn’t matter how small, cute, or gentle the animal was. She didn’t want to be anywhere near it. Her greatest fear has always been dogs, but even creatures as tiny as butterflies gave her the creeps. When we saw a dog across the street, she would literally climb…
The Santa Hat Picture
The traditional Santa Hat picture is one of those annual traditions that my kids don’t know they love yet. Ever since AJ’s first Christmas, I’ve lined the kids up, stuck Santa hats on their heads, and made them smile for the camera. OK, I take that back. Not even I can make my kids smile…
And The Panic Sets In
I love Christmas. I love the candies and the cookies. I love watching the excitement on my children’s faces as the exciting day approaches. I love the music, the lights, the magical atmosphere that is EVERYwhere. I love the smell of pine and freshly baked Christmas goodies. I love it, I really do. But shopping…
Wordful -Thankful- Wednesday
Could it really be nearly a week ago that I sat around this table with my family and friends to eat this tasty meal? Thanksgiving was nice this year. I was more relaxed than I am on a typical day. Even after hours of cooking, I was relaxed and content. We have so much to…
The moments every mother hopes for….
Necco came home from school today and asked if she could make a cake. Out of the blue. She got to work right away, and made the entire cake and buttercream frosting completely on her own. She even added sprinkles to make the frosting colorful and fun. And then she colored some of the frosting…
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