Georgia on my mind.
There are currently only three states in the good ol’ U. S. of A. that ban take-out sales of beer, wine, and liquor on Sundays. Ironically, I happen to live … Continue reading
Organized Minutiae, Precocious Puberty, and Mommy Tears
So while I’ve been stringently organizing the minutiae of my life like DS cartridges and Legos, my little girl has been growing up behind my back. Which brings us to … Continue reading
Cabin Fever and Cocoa Cocktails
Day four of the epic Southern snow storm. Day four of the husband working from home and the kids’ schools and activities all canceled. The roads are impassable. We haven’t … Continue reading
The Valentine Blues
Unlike their bitter mama, my lovey-dovey kids really dig this Hallmark holiday. So, for them, I did my darndest to hide my “cupid-is-stupid” ire and rise to the occasion. Awwww. I helped them make their Valentine’s Boxes and cards and we even whipped up a fabulous and funky Valentine Tree, which took near heroic measures since I absolutely abhor crafting with children.
Piece of Cake
The other day was my daughter Klepto’s 6th Birthday. Pretty momentous day for a little girl… she had been looking forward to it for 364 days. The sweet little thing … Continue reading
Bring Out Your Dead!
Just because I’m married to an Italian-American does not mean I know how to properly dispose of a body. But clearly I must seem like someone who can “take care … Continue reading
Cornhole
I had never heard of this “game” until Cub Scout Family Camp when one of the very very nice dads brought his Cornhole supplies to share with the group. So naturally, when I walked by and he asked me “if I wanted to play Cornhole” with him and his sons…I almost crapped my pants.
Just the Tip
Many of my readers have been asking me for parenting and housekeeping tips, since I clearly know a thing or two about both. So to keep ya’ll happy, I am … Continue reading
Crafty Dog
This is my dog. As you may recall, he looks nothing like Gwyneth Paltrow’s lady parts. This is my jar of Crayola Crayons. Isn’t it pretty? And this is what … Continue reading
The Bearded Iris 