Okay maybe that is a bit strong, but I am still learning the rules and games (the fun ones…not the catty mean girl ones) that bloggers play. Just today, I had to ask @meredithspidel The Mom of the Year how to get “linked in” and honestly, I’m not sure that I did it right! When Tracy@CrazyAsNormal told … Continue reading
Almost Wordless Wednesay-The Ocean Edition
For me, it really isn’t summer until there is a trip to the ocean. That is why I was so excited to go last weekend! Although I am still doing laundry, it was everything that I wanted! Because my son likes a certain level of comfort and predictability when we leave home, we try to get the same rental … Continue reading
What’s Up Doc?
When you have a twice-exceptional child, you develop a team of experts that understand your unique parenting issues. As an important member of our team, we gain great insight from each appointment with Dr. Steven Curtis. Dr. Curtis comes from a place of celebrating strengths and interests instead of focusing on struggles. I have to admit that this was … Continue reading
We Found THE One!
When I told my son that I was returning to work full-time, he looked at me as though I was betraying him. It broke my heart. I quickly shared that even though I would not be there initially to pick him up, I would be there shortly after his snack and homework were finished. This … Continue reading
Now THIS is Summer!
Because today’s swimming lesson was cancelled, my TBP and I found ourselves with a free day. We called up Granny and asked if she would like to go to the beach. My parents have lived in the same neighborhood for over 45 years. In addition to the lake view, the neighborhood has private beach property. … Continue reading
Stepping Outside of The Box
My son loves his quiet time at home. Because of this, it takes a bit of sweet-talking to get him to leave his computer and venture outside. Not only does he like to stay home, but he is very reluctant to take a risk. If I’m being honest, I am much the same way. I understand this … Continue reading
Extraordinary Gift
Just days ago, a friend of the family passed away. She was my grandmother’s best friend and the mother of my mother’s best friend. The two sets of life long friends, have never gone long without seeing each other or sharing long conversations on the phone. This web of friendship, that felt like family, lasted more than six … Continue reading
Almost Wordless Wednesday-Cousins’ Edition
As an only child, my son truly appreciates time with his cousins! Before the fireworks started on Fourth of July, the kids enjoyed trying out a marshmallow challenge (thanks Jen from Laughing at Chaos), testing out some birthday gifts, and making their own bubble wands. When my TBP noticed that his structure wasn’t going well, he decided … Continue reading
Summer…I Love You & Hate You!
Summer…I have a love/hate relationship with you! You promise picnics and flying kites at the ocean. You promise long naps in a hammock and swinging from that tire swing that hangs in the beautiful old tree. You promise drinking lemonade with friends and carefree long, easy days! The days might be long my friends…but they are far … Continue reading
The Car Seat
This is a week filled with memories…both old and new! We had my son’s party, birthday, and the Fourth of July. Today, is the end of a busy week, and I am ready for a vacation; however, we cannot ignore one more celebration…Coming Home Day! Eight years ago, on this very day, we put a … Continue reading
My Twice Baked Potato 