I wonder if the manufactures of those large wooden swing/play structures take account of how many divorces they are responsible for. I mean, I’m sure many unsuspecting couples with small children have thought, “hey, we have put together IKEA furniture and didn’t kill each other, so let’s buy a swing set for the backyard and … More Parents of the year
We exhale for many reasons, beyond necessity. And in my house, it seems to be in different ways and for different purposes. The Little Mouse does it as reaction of wonderment. When she sees something she likes or recognizes one of her favourite things, she makes a small puff of breath out, sort of like … More Waiting to exhale
Or rather, should I say, Little Mouse see, Little Mouse do? My husband and I love it when we have the opportunity to say “I wonder where she got that from” statements at each other. Especially when they refer to the less than desirable habits that each of us have, that the kids picked up. … More Monkey see, monkey do
At any given time, in any home where small humans reside, there are toys. Lots and lots of toys. And in my house, they mostly have to do with princesses and ponies, dollies, books, costumes and more. Also at any given time, will there be leftovers. The remains of moments of play, sometimes fleeting, sometimes … More The toy carnage
My due date for my Little Mouse was February 27; however since I opted for another C-section I knew that my date would change. I thought maybe the Doctor would pick Valentine’s Day and I’d have a little cupid on my hands. My fear was she would choose February 11. My grandmother died on February … More Missing Nonna A
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