We Boyds have a favorite cupcake recipe. Not only are they delicious, but they have helped us celebrate many events over the years. And don’t forget the frosting! (It’s the secret weapon.) Continue reading “Favorite chocolate cupcakes”
Washed up
We have washed our last diaper, friends. We are now all disposable all the time — with mixed feelings. Continue reading “Washed up”
Spicy pumpkin bread
As soon as the air started turning cooler, I couldn’t resist the urge to bake up a batch of my favorite autumn treat. Continue reading “Spicy pumpkin bread”
A dental milestone
As the second-born, Rosie maybe isn’t getting *quite* as much detailed coverage on her various milestones as her big sister did. Of course we notice them, but we aren’t as exhaustively “recording dates”:/news/category/baby/the-lucy-files/ as we did in the past. But let us take note of this one, at least. Continue reading “A dental milestone”
Off the chart
We took Rosie in for her six-month well-baby doctor’s appointment yesterday. And, as we “already knew”:/news/2008/our-big-dumpling/, she is one big girl. Continue reading “Off the chart”
What I learned from five days with the girls
Jon was out of town last week for five days — my first time with both girls alone for that long. We managed pretty well, but it was definitely a learning curve. Here are some of the facts, tidbits, observations, and whatnot that I picked up during that week: Continue reading “What I learned from five days with the girls”
Beans and rice
Over the years, I’ve tried lots of recipes for beans and rice, trying to find one that is tasty, inexpensive, and easy — bonus if Lucy likes it. I’ve finally found what I’ve been dreaming of. Continue reading “Beans and rice”
Mama crop
Children influence you in unexpected ways. For example, Rosie encouraged me to try a new haircut. Continue reading “Mama crop”
Vacation for four
We had a great family vacation last week. And at the same time we’re super-glad to be home, too. Isn’t that just the best kind of trip? Continue reading “Vacation for four”
Diapers vs undies
I’ve had one outburst too many regarding accidents on the floor these days. So, recently we’ve been offering Lucy the choice: undies or back to diapers? Continue reading “Diapers vs undies”