Author Archives: The Daring One

One Thing

Posted on October 14, 2008 by The Daring One

I feel that if my mom were dead right now, her ghost would be cackling at me as I type this. She’s alive so she’ll have to wait until I hit “publish” to laugh at me from her computer room … Continue reading →

Posted in domesticality, family fun | 18 Comments

Goals and Pork Products

Posted on October 13, 2008 by The Daring One

Lately Laylee’s been all about making goals. This Saturday she woke up with a whole diet and fitness regimen planned out. She would eat 2 bananas cut up with a knife, 2 apples sliced with the apple slicer and several … Continue reading →

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Dare to Simplify — Audio Detox

Posted on October 12, 2008 by The Daring One

It was tough for me this week to listen to calm classical music or none at all. I really enjoy my heart-thumpin’ dance tunes. They get me going like auditory caffeine and I had a rough time cleaning the house … Continue reading →

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If You Don’t Have Kids, You Probably Don’t Laugh Enough

Posted on October 10, 2008 by The Daring One

You probably don’t want to tear your hair out as often either but I think it’s worth it for the laughter. Earlier this week as we were walking to the bus stop to pick up Laylee, Magoo got an eyeful … Continue reading →

Posted in fun, fun, fun, kid stuff, parenting | 12 Comments

School Rulz

Posted on October 6, 2008 by The Daring One

“That guy’s DEAD!” Laylee blurted as Beethoven’s 5th symphony came on our car stereo. “Who?” I asked. “The guy who made that song. My music teacher said he’s dead and this song has themes.” She proceeded to tell me that … Continue reading →

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Dare to Simplify

Posted on October 5, 2008 by The Daring One

I’ve been working hard to simplify my life lately, but not too hard because that could complicate things, but just hard enough. I’ve taken some smart steps like saying no to things I didn’t want to do and getting rid … Continue reading →

Posted in aspirations, Dare to Simplify | 32 Comments