Category Archives: Parenting
Oh woah is me…
So it all started a few weeks ago, when I was dreading our trip for Christmas because I had that knowing taste in my mouth and feeling in my ears where I knew I had drainage and was going to … Continue reading
Status
Already, I was planning on taking a few days, but I had not taken the time to put up a post stating as much. Never fear, there will be a winner for the Christian Historical Fiction Challenge from 2011, so make sure you update your lists!
The Enginerd has a sinus thingy, AppleBlossom has bronchiolitis, croup and an ear infection. OrangeBlossom has worse bronchiolitis and we’re using a nebulizer with albuterol every four hours (24-7) until further notice. (She’s four months old at this point to AB’s two years). I’m a tired mama.
Big Sisters are the Best by Fran Manushkin
Becoming a big sister is an exciting time full of smiles, smells, hugs, and kisses. For ages 2-5.
Bringing a new baby into the home is a time of wonder and challenges. Author Fran Manushkin celebrates this special time with tales that emphasize that there is plenty of love for everyone, baby and all.
Also available by author Fran Manushkin: Big Brothers Are the Best. Continue reading
Today is a Wednesday
I think I originally started blogging on a Xanga blog back in the day. I’m not even sure if it exists. If I had a moment without a squealing toddler or wiggly infant I might type my thoughts to the … Continue reading
Berenstain Bears Show Some Respect
In The Berenstain Bears Show Some Respect, the whole Bear Family learns a thing or two about respecting their elders.
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“Honor your father and your mother,” Exodus 20:12
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Infantino Tummy Triangle
When it came to tummy time for AppleBlossom what I remember most was immediate spit up and crying of discomfort. She loved being on her tummy on our chests, but when it came to using the “toys” we had specifically for tummy time she and I were not a fan.
So this next time around with OrangeBlossom I was not sure what we would do. We still have that ole ladybug, but I’m not crazy about pulling it out. Infantino fixed my query! Continue reading
Had a Baby!!
Two weeks old as of Yesterday! (Click any photo to enlarge) So it’s official. We have two gorgeous daughters! And from the looks of the early baby photos these gals might just seem to favor each other a little bit. … Continue reading
I’m crazy, but leave me alone! I’m Nesting!!
People have asked if I have… started cleaning the house like crazy? Nope. Folding and refolding baby clothes? Nope. Repainted or made a million baby items? Nope and nope. But I will admit that I have reorganized, sorted and completely … Continue reading
How did your Toddler react to the New Baby?
If you had a toddler, when your new baby was added to the family, how did that toddler react? I’ve been thinking about it a lot lately as we’re getting closer and closer to due day. (Yes technically the due … Continue reading
Making Babbies…
When I was a child I had a “lamb babbie”. It was a two piece flannel blanket that my aunt made me. I literally loved it to pieces. I was about nine or so, when a cleaning lady at my … Continue reading
Life a little behind…
So I’m a little behind here and there. Hopefully you’ll all forgive me. My wonderful Enginerd bought me a battery backup, so hopefully once he gets it hooked up I will not have to worry about the ridiculous power surges … Continue reading
Potty Training –> The Potty
A friend of mine mentioned getting a potty soon for her son to think about potty training and I was going to email her back about our different potty experiences, but then I realized that I really needed to blog … Continue reading
Bring Back Beatrice! by Jennifer Griffin
In a world where too many babies are named Ashley and Jayden and too many baby name books are saccharine pink and blue, here comes something singular: a book that brings meaning, taste, character, a little bit of attitude, and a refreshing lack of trendiness to the art of naming a baby. Bring Back Beatrice! is a clarion call for parents who know they are naming not just a cuddly newborn, but a human being— a person who will be proud to carry a name like Iris, meaning rainbow (after the Greek messenger goddess who connected the heavens to the earth); Bennett, the medieval form of the name Benedict, meaning “blessing;” Henry, good enough for eight English kings—after all, it means “home ruler;” Diana, the Roman goddess of hunting, the allegorical antecedent of the virgin Queen Elizabeth, and alterego of Wonder Woman; or Beatrice, an old-fashioned beauty with roots in both Dante and Shakespeare. Continue reading
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