• Five Things: Bad Habits

    I'm not one to usually rag on myself but I've seen several television programs in the recent days which have made me ponder more deeply my role as a mother, and as a person in society in general.  Here are five things I wish I could nix about myself. Stop…

  • Notables this month.

    With the exception of Halloween, I had no idea October was such a jam-packed month of fun happenings.  Here's some of what I found while digging around. World Smile Day is tomorrow, Friday October 3rd.  We all know that smiling is good for the soul, and now you have even more of…

  • Falling into Fall.

    Wow.  It's October 1st, already.  Although it's not exactly my favorite time of year, the kids have been having a ball pointing out the many signs of fall while we're out driving around town seeing all the yellow and red leaves on trees. But despite the cooler temps, I am…

  • Gas meme: $3.19 for me.

    I was able to score gas for $3.19 a gallon today at Costco in my neck of the woods.  How about you?  What are gas prices like in your 'hood?  I thought this might make a good meme for the blogosphere, so if you're reading this, post the meme on…

  • My little fish.

    N is really enjoying his swim lessons.  They're almost over for this session but in the few short weeks he's had them, I have seen such a noticeable improvement in his confidence level while he's in the water. I always knew he had the technique down, but I don't think…

  • New blog editorial goes bust.

    I've had a blog post ready for publishing since last week, but since my computer died just before then, I had to put it on the backburner.  It's a new regular feature I am hoping to host here every Monday. Since I wasn't able to get my new computer up…

  • Backyardigans LIVE!

    D and I took the kids to see the Backyardigans show today at the Midland.  The show was somewhat entertaining in my opinion, but the kids seemed to really enjoy it.  I suppose that's really all that matters.       

  • Surprise visit.

    My dad drove in from Austin late this afternoon for a quick visit with the kids.  It's about an eleven hour drive and not a pretty one, but my dad was set on coming so I figured, who am I to argue?  The drive was I am sure tiring and he'll have…

  • Five Things: Quality Time.

    I have enjoyed getting to spend some real quality time with W as N is in school each day now.  I can tell that he kind of looks forward to certain treats each day as well.  Here's a few extra special treats W has gotten a taste of while his…

  • The kids grow so fast, I don’t even see them doing it.

    Tonight while at N's group violin class, two of the moms commented on how tall N is getting.  I gave them a tight-lipped smile and nod as if to agree, but truthfully, I hadn't really noticed.  I am positive that he's definitely grown, but it's just crazy that I actually…