Number 3 and 4 both asked to do swim team this winter. So we joined a new team in town. I’m coaching the developmental group. Because I just didn’t have enough crap to keep me busy. So anyway, I’m Number 4’s coach. Lucky me. Number 4 refuses to wear a bathing cap. That is a battle I have […]
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tip of the day — easy bathroom maintenance
When the kids are taking their baths, I do a quick wipe down on the floor, around the toilet, and under the toilet seat. It’s not a deep clean, but little (and big) boys have pretty bad aim. It helps to keep things from getting too disgusting in between bathroom cleanings! What little things do […]
Can’t wait to do this again in 362 days
Number 4 requested a “fancy breakfast” for her birthday. Everyone joined in the fun.Number 4 very graciously thanked me by saying, “Mom, thanks for not ruining my birthday so far.” Then half of the town came to our house for a party. All the guests seemed to have a good time. But while they were doing this:Number […]
tip of the day — school supply stores have some cool furniture
I bought my kitchen stools at a school supply store. They are actually science lab stools, but I think they look really cool. These things take a serious beating, and they still look pretty good. They are also adjustable, so they work for everyone from the 2-year-old to the 15-year-old. Maybe you don’t have a need for […]
My family really knows how to make a girl feel special. Oh wait, I must be thinking about someone else’s family.
I was going to give you a witty recap of Number 4’s birthday party this morning, but I totally overslept. And not because I stayed up late doing anything fun last night, or because I overindulged at an awesome birthday or anniversary dinner. I’m not sure why… It couldn’t be because Number 1 told me […]
tip of the day — so you aren’t always looking for that one stupid paper…
I used to waste a ridiculous amount of time looking for school calendars, sports schedules, take-out menus, etc. I never kept the papers all in the same place. Then I saw this idea in a magazine — I can’t remember which one… Now I have a 3-ring binder in my kitchen where I keep all of my […]