As I was sliding down the hill, I had to question the wisdom of taking the trail my 12-year-old son, Tom, wanted to take. I figured that because I was with my dad, it would be OK. But my dear 71-year-young father was way ahead of me and wasn’t looking back. I’d lost sight of him. Tom was behind me, exclaiming that this was the best day of his life. For a minute I … [Read more...]
Mom and Dad Go to the Movies
Before we had our children, Joe and I spent most Saturday evenings at the movies. After our kids were born, our movie dates got fewer and farther between. Today we can always count on a movie on cable or DVR to entertain us and take us out of our parenting roles, if only for a moment. Whether it be a drama, comedy, action flick, current picture, or classic, movies have … [Read more...]
A Mother’s Summer Bucket List
Today when I was broadening my horizons about the world around me, otherwise known as browsing Facebook, I noticed one of my online friends posted a Summertime Bucket list. Have you ever seen one of these? They’re a list of ideas to spark a summer full of enjoyment and learning. They can be as ambitious as a trip abroad, as fun as a day at the zoo, or as simple as a … [Read more...]
Eli the Coach Daddy is Getting Possessed!
Welcome to the 14th installment of Getting Possessed with Kathy and the Dishwasher. I always love getting to share some of the amazing bloggers and writers that I have had a chance to get to know in my three plus years of blogging. And of course, the Dishwasher really enjoys learning about other demonic appliances that reside all over the country. This month the … [Read more...]
So Long it’s Been Good to Know You
I’m a good mother. I’m not a perfect mother. I could easily fill up 100 pages with mistakes I made just this weekend. But unlike the deep bouts of doubt I once had over whether I was a good actor or singer, or the doubts I can have today over whether I’m a good writer, blogger, gardener, or even friend, I don’t have too many over my ability as a mother. Motherhood fits … [Read more...]
