When my kids were younger, I loved reading them the story of The Runaway Bunny. Having a little one all snuggled up on my lap as I told the story of the little rabbit who tells his mom that he wants to run away was always one of my favorite ways to end a long day. My kids would giggle and smile as I would use all the years of acting lessons I had making the story come … [Read more...]
In The Blink Of An Eye
When I became a mom fifteen years ago, I made sure I learned what was the best stroller and carseat to have. I even learnt that you could combine the two in a travel system; you can find great examples at www.strollerbuzz.com/best-car-seat-stroller-combos. Looking at this type of stuff and learning new baby things everyday is daunting. I spent hours reading Consumer Reports and … [Read more...]
The Joy of Baking
For the last few years, my family and I have celebrated the first day of fall by making an apple pie.I’ll give all who need it a little time to laugh at this thought. OK. Let’s move on.Living in New York, and only five minutes from a family-owned apple orchard, most years apple gathering is no more complicated than getting the whole family into the minivan. No small feat, but … [Read more...]
Getting Possessed with Kathy and the Dishwasher: 3rd Victim – Kristi Campbell of Finding Ninee
Welcome to the third installment of, Getting Possessed with Kathy and the Dishwasher. Every other Thursday I explore the concept of possession with one of the many amazing women I have had the pleasure to meet in my almost three years of blogging. I love sharing these very talented writers with you and the Dishwasher enjoys learning about other demonic appliances.I am thrilled … [Read more...]
A Day in the Life
I'm the mother of three amazing children. I married my best friend, and we live in the suburban neighborhood I grew up in. I even drive a minivan.On paper, we sound like a very ordinary family. Even if you set the paper aside, I still think we're pretty average.But every now and then I get smacked in the face with the reality that we're a little different. My oldest son Tom … [Read more...]
