Yes and No

by | Nov 25, 2010 | Faith

“Will you play games with me?” “Can I have another snack?” “Can I play with my friends?” “Can I help you?” “Will you help me?” Most of the time the answer is easy, “No, you may not jump off the top...

Easier Isn’t Always Better – Part II

by | Sep 22, 2010 | Relationships

This article is continued from “Easier Isn’t Always Better”      So, on my way to the cupboard with a box in hand to clean out the offending tableware I had a moment of pause. Eating off the same bowl for every meal? Washing out...

Easier Isn’t Always Better

by | Sep 22, 2010 | Relationships

I am having a glorious day. Beautiful weather. Dirt under my fingernails. Nothing on the agenda. Four beautiful babes alternating naps, snacks, and movies. Lots of ice cream. Lots of laying around. Heaven. I am also enjoying some leisurely reading. Most of the time, I...

Swimsuit Therapy

by | Aug 25, 2010 | Self Discovery

I made my first trip to the pool this week since the baby was born.  Jeff has Mondays off, so we loaded up everyone and headed out for a day of fun in the sun. I am a little overwhelmed by the amount of gear it takes to get four kids and two grown ups...

Olivia Hates Pink

by | Jun 24, 2010 | Self Discovery

My son just turned nine, and we had a party for him last week. A Super Mario Brothers Galaxy 2 party, to be exact.  So we made up invitations and sent them out to 10 of Charlie’s best buddies. And in the list of those receiving the coveted invite, were two little...