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Alligators, Lizards, & Newts

From the time my first-born was 2 and could pronounce the word dinosaur clearly he has been obsessed. Four years of dinosaurs. I’ve become an expert on the subject, although he reminded me the other day that pteradon’s actually ate meat, they’re carnivores. Dinosaurs have been a constant in our house. Everyone who knows my son knows… Continue reading Alligators, Lizards, & Newts

kids · motherhood

The Seasons

I am always saddened at the end of summer. Goodbye to the beach, the pool, the smell of Coppertone Waterbabies sun-block. One of my all-time favorite smells in the world. I am going to miss putting the kids in the car without coats, boots, hats and mittens. I will miss the open windows during a hot… Continue reading The Seasons

kids · motherhood

Come on Irene

We tried to prepare best we could for the storm. Well I should say “I” tried to prepare. My husband didn’t think we would really get hit, and I must admit he’s wasn’t too far off there. I got water, candles, milk, bread, and paints. Yes, I said paint. I was anticipating a power outage,… Continue reading Come on Irene