January was gone in a blink of an eye, and here it is halfway through February. I swear time is going faster than it used to.  And yet, in other ways, not so much. I remember hearing a phrase that has stuck with me a lot lately: “The days are long but the years are […]

We watch a lot of The Sound of Music (aka, “Doe a Deer”)around here.  It’s a good story with no language I have to filter or be embarrassed by, about a big family with catchy music and beautiful scenery, not to mention the kid appeal of 7 children.  When Maria comes onscreen, Jude squeals “MARIA! […]

I’m sorry, is this the weekend already? Because I wouldn’t know.  I’ve been trapped in the house for the last 2 days (until today, thanks to my dear husband).  Remember this story of our OHoly Night of Barf? I promise not to get into the nitty gritty details again but let it suffice to say […]

Friends, I have a special Christmas story for you today. One full of wonder and wide-eyed children. Of laughter and tears. Of … Of … Vomit. Last week was a wee bit rough, despite the fact that we are all filled with Christmas joy and great anticipation – Jude caught the stomach bug that’s been […]