It feels like the last couple of weeks I keep smacking up against unfairness in forms both trivial and profound. M finished the days-long process of trying out for her school soccer team. She worked really hard, as did many other kids, and she was relieved and excited to get onto the JV team. I … [Read more…]
I know. I haven’t been posting. I called my mom yesterday and when she mentioned that we hadn’t talked since our trip to North Carolina I was all, “How? Wha? Huh?” and yet apparently it’s true. So, what have we been up to? Well, after J came home from the sleep away camp that I … [Read more…]
We can’t get enough of the USA Women’s Gymnastics Team. And not just because we have a gymnast in the house (and-ahem!-a former gymnast. . . ). It’s also because they are just a fantastic group of women who are super-amazing role models. I could not restrain myself from making a list why. They are … [Read more…]
We’ve done quite a bit of traveling lately, and now we’re recovering. Which means I’ve been doing laundry. Years back, I purchased a small laundry basket for each daughter so that she was in charge of ferrying her own clothing upstairs and putting it away. At the time, it seemed like an excellent accomplishment. It … [Read more…]
Last post, I promised I’d offer up some pep and cheer, and I’m actually pretty excited about two new activities available for kids this fall. I was chatting with the folks at Ellms Family Farm recently, and they’re adding an activity that I think families with little kids will love: a new Challenge Course geared … [Read more…]
We’ve been traveling quite a bit, and just busy in general, so I haven’t been posting (although I do update the events page). Sorry about that. And then, when I attempted to write a post last night, it degenerated quickly. I am currently terrified of a Trump presidency. It’s at the forefront of my mind, … [Read more…]
