… my children pleaded begged questioned me for the four hundred thirty-fifth time: “Mom? Can we please make our gingerbread house now?” Ah, today was finally the day. Not that I had it planned this way, but I am so thankful that Christmas is a twelve day season. That makes it so much easier and [...]
Decorationing
December 22, 2008
Things I know (and a tip or two): Kids love to eat sugar cookie cutouts Kids love frosting and sprinkles Kids love to create things; especially tasty things Christmas is in two days. (depending on when you’re reading this) We leave Tuesday to celebrate with my family I must finish my shopping. and wrapping. and [...]
Filed Under: Lessons from the Littles
How Dare They?
December 16, 2008
Someone in my house woke up on the wrong side of the bed. She was grumpy from the getgo; irritated at every turn. But she had good reasons… How dare her 17 month old poop in her diaper so early in the day? And good grief — could she whine any louder to be held [...]
Filed Under: Gratitude, Lessons from the Littles
Be an Octopus
November 11, 2008
“I wish you were an octopus.” Turning from the kitchen sink full of hot, soapy water and a pile of dirty dishes, with one eyebrow raised in “did I hear that right” curiosity, I smiled at my creative five year old — who finally held my full attention — and replied, “What?!?” “An octopus can [...]
Filed Under: Lessons from the Littles
Follow Their Lead
November 7, 2008
When I received this message in my inbox from my friend Sarah , I knew it was perfect for this week’s Living Simply Saturdays post. She agreed to share her story, so here’s Sarah (with a little editing for explanation and anonymity)! Last Saturday Darren and I went to Kansas City alone (minus two active [...]
Filed Under: Lessons from the Littles
