Category Archives: kid stuff

The Halloween Witch

The Halloween Witch – Thaaat’s what they call me, folks. I am oh-so-done with my children running around at warp speed with their volume turned up to “shatter”. The candy was fun. The candy was beloved. The candy is now … Continue reading

Posted in food, holidays, kid stuff | 35 Comments

You Want Me to Go Where, Now?

Sometimes Magoo talks with a not-splickable Southern accent. Magoo loves hills. The Seattle area is full of them. When he sees one coming up in the distance, he points and strains hulk-like at his carseat straps, yelling, “MOMMY!!!! GO TO … Continue reading

Posted in around town, driving, fun, fun, fun, kid stuff | 24 Comments

A Smart Little Cookie

Here is a snapshot of a day in my life with Laylee: When I put Magoo in time out in the middle of the floor in Costco for continuously running away from me cackling, Laylee stated her approval. “MOM!” she … Continue reading

Posted in kid stuff | 17 Comments

Happy Halloween

Are we the only ones who’ve been doing this for the past several weeks at Costco? Photo Sharing – Video Sharing – Share Photos – Free Video Hosting

Posted in around town, dancing, holidays, kid stuff | 19 Comments

Would Someone Please Freeze My Very Small People?

I want them just like this. For always.

Posted in kid stuff, unbearable cuteness | 18 Comments

Higher

The answer to the question — “Where do you keep the scissors?” — should always be — “Higher.” Today Laylee gave Stephanie’s 3-year-old a serious mullet. She shaved groovy designs in Magoo’s tender scalp, and was just taking her turn … Continue reading

Posted in beauty, fun, fun, fun, kid stuff | 40 Comments