Things We Did on the First Day of School

Cub spent almost a solid hour working on letters by his own choice and I introduced numbers 1-5. We also discovered that Josiah can… But proofreading is a bit tricky. Focus goes downhill as the day goes on–even with breaks. And Dad is a distraction. Unfortunately, my husband is now working second shift. So, I’m … Continue reading →

Recipe Monday: Classic, Peanut-Free, From-Scratch Brownies!

I like to be very descriptive in my titles, you see. That way there’s no mystery because no matter what people say, surprises are not fun…Anyway. I’m positive from-scratch brownies are far cheaper than the pre-boxed kind, though I don’t intend on doing the math. The truth is, I simply prefer to make things from … Continue reading →

So, We Had a Baby

That’s right. On May 23, 2013, we welcomed our little girl, our Pixie Baby to the fold. She was 6 pounds, 6 ounces and 18.5 inches long. Not only was she 2 weeks and a day early, she is significantly smaller and fairer than any of the other children born in recent family history. Even … Continue reading →

Mom Essentials: Pocket Nanny Review

Months ago, the ItzBeen Pocket Nanny came to my attention via Pinterest. Immediately, I wanted it! Now, almost 8 months later, this wonderful little invention has shown up everywhere from Mom magazines to People’s list of cool mom gadgets. Here’s my personal review and experience with the Pocket Nanny in all it’s glory! First of … Continue reading →

Music for the Delivery Room

Now that we have come through an unsettling, anxiety-riddled week with Baby Girl, my brain is functioning again. I am able to concentrate on things like: buying last minute necessities, preparing a few frozen meals for the weeks after birth, and FINALLY getting my music together for the delivery room. The importance of music is … Continue reading →

Moby Wrapping and the Art of Imitation

When the house was full of kiddos, the Moby wrap saved my life. Chasing after two 2-year-olds is nearly impossible when there’s a newborn needing to be held and you’re, oh 34+ weeks pregnant. So I wrapped. And so did they It doesn’t get much cuter. Continue reading →

Snickerdoodle Bread. A Recipe to Start Your Week.

I love snickerdoodle cookies. I think they are the perfect amount of sweet, so when I saw this post  for snickerdoodle bread, I knew I’d have to make it. I know you want to make some too, so here is my take on the recipe. Ingredients:  2 1/2 cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp … Continue reading →

See, Things Are Working Out.

This is really a follow up to my post Apparently, I Believe in Miracles. Who Knew? This week has been very stressful money-wise. As the necessities piled up (including another, very expensive car repair), I watched our bank account slip farther and farther below the minimum balanced we maintain. We keep a minimum balance because almost half of … Continue reading →

Organizing and the Wise use of Child-Labor…I Mean, Little Sisters

In my nesting phase, the small nuisance areas of my homes have become these horrid beacons, screaming out profane recriminations about my housekeeping skills. The top of my fridge and tops of the cabinets above our dishes had become one such beacon. That dreadful black box “hid” our stash of candy…only it didn’t. Frequently candy … Continue reading →

Apparently, I Believe in Miracles. Who Knew?

I don’t come by faith easily. I have no ideas as to why. My husband like to blame my “overly active logical side that turns me into a Vulcan.” I’m pretty sure that’s nerd-speak for favoring reason over emotion…which I don’t see as an insult. Regardless, I’ve always been certain of 2 things: 1.) God … Continue reading →