Category Archives: kid stuff

April Fools

Posted on April 13, 2010 by The Daring One

My kids like April Fools’ Day. It’s a festive time when they spend every waking minute lying their faces off and then saying, “Just KIDDING! April Fools!” Laylee said the best trick she played all day was to tell one … Continue reading →

Posted in holidays, kid stuff | 5 Comments

When I Grow Up

Posted on March 14, 2010 by The Daring One

Magoo told me the other day that he wants to be a paleontologist when he grows up. Then he self-corrected and told me that no, he just wants to be a “regular dad” who stays home. He wants to be … Continue reading →

Posted in bambi's mom, kid stuff, parenting | 13 Comments

A Letter

Posted on March 13, 2010 by The Daring One

Laylee’s been learning about letter writing at school. Here’s a transcription of a letter she recently wrote to her teacher: Dear Miss Snop/Rachel, I woke up early. It was 7:00. First I got dressed. Next, I looked at the clock. … Continue reading →

Posted in bambi's mom, education, kid stuff | 7 Comments

Yogurt Chronicles

Posted on March 5, 2010 by The Daring One

Magoo’s had a few problems with yogurt in his life. I didn’t realize quite how many until a couple of days ago when he asked for some and then started telling me the Rules of Yogurt, one at a time. … Continue reading →

Posted in food, kid stuff | 12 Comments

Rules of Engagement

Posted on February 28, 2010 by The Daring One

My kids were going to town fighting on the way to church this morning. Way to bring in the spirit of peace, love and joy! Go team! I’ve often heard cheerleaders yell, “Go! Fight! Win!” Maybe the kids were following … Continue reading →

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Let’s Communicake

Posted on January 28, 2010 by The Daring One

As we pulled out of our driveway today there were three deer and two chickens on our lawn. We own no animals. Magoo: Do you know animals can talk? Me: Oh really? Do they speak English or talk in some … Continue reading →

Posted in kid stuff, politics | 8 Comments