Category: Motherhood

Frankly, this weekend was the pits (add fart sounds for effect here). Andrew had a lot of work to do- it is a crazy busy time for him and he has some major deadlines looming on the horizon. The weather was freezing and gray and gloomy. Oliver and I both fell flat on our asses … Continue reading “Weekend Shenanigans”

Today, I feel my heart welling up; I am full of gratitude and astonishment for the strong friendships I have made over the past few years. I think I am the happiest I have been during my whole adult life, and that is saying a lot. Looking back on the earliest years of motherhood for … Continue reading “On Love”

Ideal Montessori provides everything on the child’s level, but we work with what we have. Today, washing dishes all by himself. I showed him the steps two times before letting him start: put soap on the scrub brush, turn on water, wet the dish, scrub the dish, rinse the dish, place on towel to dry. … Continue reading “Montessori-Inspired”

This weekend we decided to have a little friends’ sleepover at our house… and it was a wonderful success! It seemed like a good idea for so many reasons; usually when we want to hang out with friends, we have to hire a sitter, assign a designated driver, and come home at a reasonable hour. … Continue reading “Weekend Shenanigans”

How old are you today? I’m 4. How old are YOU? (Ha, ha.) What did you do today? I don’t know. I mean, I did tricks and I cried! Who is your best friend? Estella! How many people are there in the world? 100. What is your favorite food? Gummy vitamins. And coconut bread. And yogurt squeezers, pistachios, and chocolate … Continue reading “Interview with Oliver, 4 1/2”