I just realized that my last blog post is from the last major holiday. Kind of sad. If you only knew how many posts I have composed in my head during this past month. Had I actually gotten them typed, you would have laughed and cried, or at least been a little amused.
So one hour into my favorite holiday of the year I would like to wish the world a Merry Christmas and a wonderful, spectacular, happy, and healthy new year. 2009 is going to be great. Beginnings are always good, and change is in the air. So is our breath because it's actually cold here. Yay! A cold California christmas! See, the change has already begun.
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
What is the saddest breakfast of the year?
Thanksgiving, because I don't want to fill up before the yummies to come later. Today it was one egg and one slice of toast.
What is the best breakfast of the year?
The day after Thanksgiving, because I eat leftovers. Stuffing and turkey breast, with a little cranberry sauce on top for flavor :-)
I wish you all a day filled with much love and joy! xoxo to all, you are in our hearts on this special day of thanks for all the blessings in our life.
Thanksgiving, because I don't want to fill up before the yummies to come later. Today it was one egg and one slice of toast.
What is the best breakfast of the year?
The day after Thanksgiving, because I eat leftovers. Stuffing and turkey breast, with a little cranberry sauce on top for flavor :-)
I wish you all a day filled with much love and joy! xoxo to all, you are in our hearts on this special day of thanks for all the blessings in our life.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
too bad, so sad
That is what my new online addiction says to this blog. I have been playing Mah-Jong online and I am so addicted. I love it. It's probably not like the real thing (I've never played) but it's fun. And when you win, a volcano erupts. How's that for validation?!
Actually I have wanted our family to begin playing [real] games more often. We love board games but don't play enough. I am thinking Loren and I should start with Scrabble. When we have a group we can play Cranium or Pictionary. We played a DVD game with E and B once and that was fun too. So the gauntlet has been thrown...if you come to visit us, prepare to game!
So last Sunday was Liam's first birthday (WooHoo!). We had fun, thanks to all who came! Here are some pix of the bday boy on his special day, one of big brother enjoying himself. Also one of Owen at his preschool's Chapel day. His class was in front singing a song, and you can see how involved Owen is in the production. Whatever else he may be, he is certainly not a sheep.
Actually I have wanted our family to begin playing [real] games more often. We love board games but don't play enough. I am thinking Loren and I should start with Scrabble. When we have a group we can play Cranium or Pictionary. We played a DVD game with E and B once and that was fun too. So the gauntlet has been thrown...if you come to visit us, prepare to game!
So last Sunday was Liam's first birthday (WooHoo!). We had fun, thanks to all who came! Here are some pix of the bday boy on his special day, one of big brother enjoying himself. Also one of Owen at his preschool's Chapel day. His class was in front singing a song, and you can see how involved Owen is in the production. Whatever else he may be, he is certainly not a sheep.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Having kids means...
putting your cold foot into your warm Uggs, only to find them full of army men and Backyardigans.
Were they having a battle strategy session?
Armion: I say we attack the boots first. That will leave the wedges open and vulnerable
Pablo: Maybe we should take out the flip flops, they're not supported at all.
Uniqua: You're both wrong, let's bring down the sneakers. That way nobody can run out for backup
ps: "armion" is how Owen says "army men". Obviously he heard it as one word the first time, and we never correct him when he makes up cute words like that. I love Owen-isms.
Were they having a battle strategy session?
Armion: I say we attack the boots first. That will leave the wedges open and vulnerable
Pablo: Maybe we should take out the flip flops, they're not supported at all.
Uniqua: You're both wrong, let's bring down the sneakers. That way nobody can run out for backup
ps: "armion" is how Owen says "army men". Obviously he heard it as one word the first time, and we never correct him when he makes up cute words like that. I love Owen-isms.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
bland, or surprisingly nutritious?
Liam boy decided that all he wants to eat today is tofu. That and breast milk has been the main source of sustenance today. Oatmeal (finely ground by moi to appeal to his tiny palette) with organic blueberries earned me a scrunched up mouth. Chicken and Stars (a perennial kids' fave, no?) didn't merit a second bite; and he wouldn't deign to share my turkey burger patty. So Mommy brought out the big guns - baked tofu and water in a sippy cup. The prince ate and was happy.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
compliments
One of the best compliments I've received:
Owen: Mommy, you make the goodest food I like!
a few seconds, and two bites later,
Owen: mmm-mm, Mommy, you make the best food in the world!
You guys didn't know I was so talented in the kitchen right?!
I'm sure you're wondering what kind of gourmet dish I serve my family. Well, wonder no more; this wondrous dish was ... rice mixed with corn.
Owen: Mommy, you make the goodest food I like!
a few seconds, and two bites later,
Owen: mmm-mm, Mommy, you make the best food in the world!
You guys didn't know I was so talented in the kitchen right?!
I'm sure you're wondering what kind of gourmet dish I serve my family. Well, wonder no more; this wondrous dish was ... rice mixed with corn.
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