I used to see 3-year olds around town dressed in wild combinations of stripes, gingham, rainbow tights and superhero capes. I wondered when my baby would look that creative and charming.* Then it ... [Read More]
Let your infant dress himself
How to: Make Father’s Day look a little better
Originally posted last year. Although I am in love with the Father's Day DIY labels designed for AlphaMom by the brilliant Jordan Ferney, I had to go with old Martha Stewart because I was keeping ... [Read More]
Org porn addiction: do you suffer?
Do you see images like this perfectly presented toy shelf and get excited? How about this one? Imagine yourself lying in bed at night, touching your hand to your collarbone, knowing that no ... [Read More]
Happy birthday Holden, the big six
Happy birthday to my big boy, Holden. Your energy, enthusiasm and zest for life keep on growing. There is so much silliness packed into you that your eyes twinkle with it. I like to describe your ... [Read More]
On housecleaning and toenail clipping
When a discussion of using a housekeeper exploded over on The Happiest Mom, I was taken by surprise. More than a hundred women commented on Meagan's post about outsourcing housecleaning. Many felt too ... [Read More]
Angry Birds birthday party on the cheap (-cheap)
For Holden's sixth birthday party, he wanted a playable Angry Birds cake (and a huge pile of LEGOs). Since that's not going to happen, we are still working together to combine his clever theme into ... [Read More]
