Getting back into a routine is never fun. After a few back-to-back trips and out of the norm interruptions, I am trying really hard to dive back into my strict schedule, which helps me get more writing done and a … Continue reading
Distractions
Category Archives: Parenting
Friday
Last week was a bad week. The temperatures have dipped meaning less play time outside. The sun is setting by 4:30-5 p.m., making the days feel even shorter and my to-do list even longer. In addition to work and housework … Continue reading
We Did It
Sometimes little accomplishments can feel better than achieving something major – like climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Not that I’ve ever climbed Kilimanjaro, or any mountain for that matter. Hell, I can barely get myself to do all of my training for … Continue reading
Traditions
Way before my husband and I found out we were pregnant (well, I was pregnant, but we were expecting a child) we were constantly discussing and brainstorming family traditions that we hoped to one day start and create with our … Continue reading
Raining Snow
Our morning began with the exclamation: “Winter’s here!” I was already up working when Logan slowly made his way into my office and crawled into my lap for a sleepy hug. After a minute of cuddling, I told him there … Continue reading
If Kids Ruled the World
Today on the ride to the polling place Logan and I discussed again what it means to live in a Democratic country and the importance of voting. He just couldn’t understand why he couldn’t vote, too. “But why can’t my … Continue reading
Some things never change
This was Logan, almost three years ago. He was less than two-years-old. Despite the storm, we were able to enjoy Halloween. First we were treated to a warm shower at a family friend’s home, then walked around their neighborhood, which … Continue reading
Us, Alone, In Montauk
Despite growing up on Long Island, I had never before been to Montauk. (For those of you who aren’t familiar with the area, Montauk is the very eastern end of the island, just past the Hamptons.) I was set on … Continue reading
Daily Chuck
Yesterday I introduced Logan to the Daily Chuck. For those of you who have been missing out, queen mommy blogger Heather Armstrong posts daily pictures of one of her dog’s, Chuck. He is very talented (and cute) and can balance just … Continue reading
On Star Wars and Toothbrushes
Yesterday while food shopping Logan bought a new toothbrush. He is convinced that he is now becoming a man at the age of four (yes, puberty hits early these days) and so explicitly told me, to the amusement of the … Continue reading