Friday’s rain held off until the very moment I had to head home for the little ones’ naps, so, aside from one knocking-over-by-swing-directly-into-large-puddle, Sports Day this year can be considered a great success. There was, perhaps, a little too much running, not that the kids seemed to mind in the least. And very blurry pictures […]
Archives for May 2016
Monday Moments: Counter Offers
When we moved into our new home just over a year ago, Carl’s one pet peeve was the island, or lack thereof. “I want it to overhang so we can put stools there,” he said. I put stools there, and the kids sat on them endlessly, but yes, they did look a little lost. “Ok, […]
Monday Moments: Anniversary
10 years with this man! We celebrated with fish and chips on the dock, and so, so much other delicious food over two days. We scrambled on rocks for hours of exercise and amazing views. See the rocky cliff wall that extends beyond the actual path? I told Carl if we’d started on this side […]
Monday Moments: May Days
May always sneaks up on us, and then flies by at lightning speed – I know summer holidays are going to be here before we know it! In regards to that, please share your tips on camping with a fearless almost-two-year-old. Constant life jacket and helmet situation? In the meantime, in the hours after school […]
Monday Moments: All Grown Up
He throws like a boy. He drinks out of big-kid cups semi-reliably. He plays family games with shades to maintain his poker face. He reads “Reformed Perspective” to stay discerning. I’ve taught him all I can.