Category: Motherhood

Still recovering from an insanely fun, exciting, tiresome, crazy, and wonderful weekend with a whole bunch of Andrew’s extended family, who came in for Andrew’s grandmother’s funeral. We created some pretty amazing memories, I should say. And though we really missed Andrew’s brother Ryan, who is currently deployed in Afghanistan, his wife Kristin and their … Continue reading “Cousins’ Weekend: Part I”

“A portrait of my children once a week, every week, in 2013” Oliver: Taking a break to rest in the sunshine during a party with the cousins Milo: Has found a new favorite spot up high Emil: Wishing he could figure this skateboarding thing out! ***Linking up with Jodi and her 52 Project***

Last weekend, we finally hung the rope swing that we got ourselves as a family present for Christmas three years ago. And it is awesome. I remember spotting the swing (I know, pricey, but it was our family present!) online and just knowing that it was perfect. It reminded me of the swing my dad hung from our … Continue reading “The Swing”

 “A portrait of my children once a week, every week, in 2013” Milo: Since reducing screen time to one hour a week, he has been happier… and the special treat of an arcade game was that much more exciting! Oliver: Said about dinner the other night: “Two thumbs down and a loser. Actually two losers…” … Continue reading “21/52”

As the weather warms up, I am constantly looking for activities that will keep the boys cool (and interested). Also, there has been a lot of painting around here, which warrants the need for occupied minds while mama tries and tries to get these cabinets painted. When Emil goes down for his nap, Milo and … Continue reading “DIY Fun: Animal Ice Cubes”