Monthly Archives: August 2011

31 Aug

Preschool Issues Already?

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Amy

Last night was orientation for preschool.  Preschool starts on Tuesday and orientation was just for parents to explain the curriculum, policies and how the schedule works.  That kind of thing.  I was really happy with how it went.  And yes, this … Continue reading →

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30 Aug

Progress Progress Everywhere

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Amy

All of a sudden, it seems like I have so much to report on how my little guys (and me) are doing.  It sorta makes sense to post it all in one place.  One disclaimer, Jack’s progress is about potty … Continue reading →

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24 Aug

Baking With Jack

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Amy

Jack loves to cook.  He spends a lot of time “cooking” while playing with his kitchen.  He enjoys making hamburgers, and pancakes and corn.  He stirs and flips and stirs some more.  While he enjoys pretend cooking, there is no … Continue reading →

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23 Aug

11 Months

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Amy

Today Xander is 11 months old.  He is thisclose to being a toddler.  He crawls incredibly fast, he stands by himself for a few seconds and I can just see him thinking about walking. All signs point to the fact … Continue reading →

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21 Aug

Recipe: Waldorf Salad

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Amy

Growing up,  my sister and I called Waldorf Salad “Apple Salad”.  My mother often made Waldorf Salad in the summer and early fall.  As an adult, this is one of my favorite recipes. I almost always have the necessary ingredients … Continue reading →

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19 Aug

Going Places

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Amy

If he could reach the pedals he would be be off. . .   And with a different set of wheels, he is really is taking off.

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17 Aug

Mommy Wars

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Amy

Yesterday I was catching up on a few blogs.  I got to one particular blog and read a post about Mommy Wars and basically how dumb they are (which, duh).  I posted a comment in agreement and as I read … Continue reading →

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13 Aug

Days Like Today

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Amy

Today was one of those days.  It was the kind of day that makes this whole parenting thing worth it.  It’s what makes you forget the sleepless nights, the poopy diapers, the tantrums. Today was practically perfect. The day started … Continue reading →

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11 Aug

Birthday Excitement

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Amy

If he was this excited for his Daddy’s birthday, can you imagine what he’ll be like on his own birthday?

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08 Aug

Bad Dreams

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Amy

There is nothing in the world more chilling that being woken at 11:45 by the shrill screams of your almost 3 year old (see what I did there? I’m calling him “almost 3″ so when he turns 3 the chances … Continue reading →

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