The Perfect Cupcake
Six years ago, from this very yearA child was born with a heart most dear.She leapt into this world, with a ball in her handAnd a pinky little face, saying “Catch…
Pineapple Sage Smoothie and Open Faced Grilled Cheese Sandwich w/ Arugula and Tomato
The Early Fruits of My LaborI’m just trying to look on the bright side.Yesterday, 5:55 am.I sit on the computer mesmerized by the glow. Quiet house. Mind blossoms. Upstairs alarm…
Lemon-Basil Cod Cakes
I have 7 new members of my family to introduce. No name #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7.A few days ago, we went to the pet store to…
Mary J. Blige – I Am
The lessons we learn in childhood are tough.Disappointment may be one of the toughest.Being disappointed in other people, well that’s hard. But, when we are disappointed with ourselves, sometimes, it’s too much…
Grimy Green Goop
WARNING : This post is not for the faint of heart. If you are opposed to bodily secretions of any kind do not read on. Again, DO NOT READ ON! Post will…
Black Crayon Scratch Art
Every six months, or so, my kids go to the dentist. Yesterday was that day. The gang went in; I sat down, opened a magazine, and relaxed. It was really…
Super Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Bad Mom Moment #793:Yesterday was picture day. The girls wanted to wear their hair down. Get it all flowy, curly, and glammed up. You know, pop-star like. I was sick the…
Bath Tub Paint
You meet a boy. You really dig him. You date him, marry him, and have kids (or any variation, thereof, I’m not judging). You bring your babies home, you love…
Pasta Bolognese
Okay, so tomorrow is the big softball game, and I need to power my little one up so she can hit the mess out of that ball. Nothing says “Go…