Monthly Archives: September 2011

What a decade of motherhood has taught me.

Posted on September 29, 2011 by

“When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real….When you are Real you don’t mind being hurt…. Generally, by the time you are Real, most of … Continue reading →

Posted in parenting | 3 Comments

Celebrating birthdays and completed vows and pan-seared shrimp..

Posted on September 27, 2011 by

A month ago, my husband and I made a vow that we wouldn’t go out to eat for an entire month in an attempt to save money.  I must say we picked the WRONG month for a ban on restaurant … Continue reading →

Posted in parenting, The Boy | 4 Comments

My new obsession.

Posted on September 26, 2011 by

So I have a new obsession.  (I mean besides Pinterest.)  What am I obsessed with?  Well thank you for asking.  Kiwi-Lime Jam.  (As you read that did a heavenly chorus of angels begin singing in your head?  If not, read … Continue reading →

Posted in Canning, In the kitchen | 10 Comments

When you’re too poor to be Martha Stewart.

Posted on September 22, 2011 by

I have great ambitions to be like Martha Stewart, just not with felony charges or jail time.  The woman is a good cook, a great gardener, and she’s crafty.  Oh, so crafty. However, my wallet does not let me achieve … Continue reading →

Posted in Domestic Arts, frugality mentality | 5 Comments

My favorite books of all time. (At least for today.)

Posted on September 20, 2011 by

As I’ve spent the past 6 days laying on the couch, I’ve had a lot of time on my hands.  Since there is only so much t.v. you can watch while your children are awake and since I don’t have … Continue reading →

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It never rains but it pours….

Posted on September 19, 2011 by

Pretty much, my family has used my lack of mobility as a rallying cry to fall apart into small pieces around me.  It’s as if they are saying, “Okay Mom, we’re all going to be miserable and sick with you. … Continue reading →

Posted in rantings and ravings, The Big Girl | 5 Comments

Apple orchards are dangerous. And prescription drugs are niiiiice. Also, there’s really nothing urgent about Urgent Care.

Posted on September 15, 2011 by

I often wonder what an ordinary life feels like.  <Sigh.>  Anyone want to come and be my personal assistant while my foot heals?  The doctor says it will be better in no time, just three to six weeks is all. … Continue reading →

Posted in musings | 2 Comments

When a non-crafty mom homeschools.

Posted on September 13, 2011 by

I am not crafty in the slightest.  Common garden slugs have more artistic talent than I do.  And I’m mostly okay with this.  Occasionally when I see some other woman create a gorgeous MacGyver-type centerpiece out of  three twigs, four … Continue reading →

Posted in Domestic Arts, Homeschooling | 2 Comments

Ten years ago.

Posted on September 12, 2011 by

Ten years and two days ago I was 37 weeks pregnant with my first child.  My mother flew half way across the United States to spend a week with my husband and I.  I remember picking her up at the … Continue reading →

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In a pickle.

Posted on September 9, 2011 by

I love cucumbers.  They are beautiful, delicious, multi-faceted, and just a bit…sexy.  I mean, just look at them. They’re gorgeous. Every year as I plan my gardens, I go through a huge dilemma about what gets planted.  It’s like a … Continue reading →

Posted in Canning | 7 Comments