1.13.2012

The most fun happens with the biggest messes

Sophie's first finger painting experience....

12.21.2011

Great gran

That distance of generations is just right. There's a special magic that happens between the very young and the very old. We are so fortunate to be so close to my grandmother. Great gran is an everyday part of my children's lives. And we are all the better for it!

10.03.2011

To see the dinosaurs

We are enjoying our three week break from school, gliding through our days at a snail's pace. Slowing down gives us the time to explore and experience so thoroughly in a way that our regular, clock-driven schedule does not. What difference it makes for the kids when they do not have to be herded constantly, and how much more peaceful my state of mind remains as we permit ourselves to meander! Today, we strolled through the new Darwin exhibit at Fernbank, marveling at the skeletons, bugs, and other natural wonders. Totally delightful! Here's to slowing down and throwing out schedules!

9.29.2011

Water park bliss

Three days at the indoor water park = three tired, happy children + one zonked happy mama!

9.28.2011

Another reason I love our little school

Where else on earth would 14 year old boys fight over who gets to hold Sophie?

And Sophie turns 1!

No better way than chocolate on a stick, ridiculous bow on head, and indoor water park to spend the day celebrating your birth!

1.25.2011

Ready for war....


...or playing with brothers.