We did it. We got a minivan. Well, we’re in the process of getting it. I mean, we have it, but it’s not technically ours yet, since financing is still in process and paperwork hasn’t been signed, but still. We got one. A minivan. Blerg. I have been fighting it for a while now. Deep down, though, I knew I’d… View Post
254 + 156 + 23 weeks It’s getting a little hot to play in the sandbox, so they stick mostly to the shady spots by the walls. Apparently it’s also getting too hot for clothes. Whatever. As long as they’re outside, happy, and not whining at me or waking up their brother, they can strip naked for all I care…. View Post
This dark-eyed dimpled girl is three today. She is imaginative, clever, witty, determined, independent, and strongly opinionated. She is so sweet and calls everyone her “fwend.” She loves twirly dresses, princesses, and everything pink and sparkly and “beeyooteeful.” She does nothing half-heartedly. When she plays pretend, she is all in. When she sings, she finds herself a stage and belts… View Post
Just a quick reminder: today is the LAST DAY to enter the baby gear giveaway! If you haven’t already, click over and get an entry or two in. May the odds be ever in your favor! It always gets worse before it gets better. I have to remind myself of that sometimes. We’ve done enough home renovating to know that… View Post
I know it’s spring and everyone’s dreaming of lighter fare like salads and fresh strawberries. Meat and potatoes season is over. But we just got an unexpectedly cool rainy Sunday, and I had both ground beef and time on my hands, so I made a shepherd’s pie with caramelized onions. And then I took pictures. Because I love this meal… View Post