As the chief child-bather around here, I have some rules about splashing — or more specifically, not splashing *me.* But recently I’ve been wondering: what’s most important here? Continue reading “Splashtime at bathtime”
Splashtime at bathtime
Bunk beds for everyone!
This news is about a month old, but it still feels pretty current to most of us: the girls are officially sleeping in bunk beds. Continue reading “Bunk beds for everyone!”
When a preschooler gives you a black eye
Rosie and I had a head-on collision the other day. Literally. And don’t I have the shiner to prove it! Continue reading “When a preschooler gives you a black eye”
First things first
When Lucy set out to “furnish” the interior of a newly constructed Lego log cabin, the very first thing she set up was “the computer” (followed closely by a treasure chest of jewels).
How to choose an eye patch for a preschooler
Lucy has a special tool that’s been helping her eye get stronger. And (I know you’re going to be shocked) it has sparkles on it. Continue reading “How to choose an eye patch for a preschooler”
Two sisters, one chair
Rosie and Lucy two years ago today, on June 22, 2009.
Sconerific
I have a confession to make: I’ve only tried one, single recipe for scones. But when they’re this good, who needs experimentation? Continue reading “Sconerific”
Fordie and Gordie
Batman has the Joker. Superman has Lex Luthor. Jerry Seinfeld has Newman. The Boyds? We have Fordie and Gordie. Continue reading “Fordie and Gordie”
Vacation simplicity on the lake
We were back last week for a vacation at “our favorite lake house”:/news/2008/vacation-for-four/, and what a lovely week it was! We kept things simple, and we find that leads to the most fun. Continue reading “Vacation simplicity on the lake”
Lucy’s fifth birthday party
Lucy’s birthday doesn’t usually fall on Easter weekend, so we decided to take this rare opportunity for a super-festival of spring fun! Continue reading “Lucy’s fifth birthday party”