My better half suggested I write about what it’s like watching a “first time mom” go through the phases from my vantage point. She said, “You know, how I have unreasonable expectations and think #5 is a genius.” This seems like it could go badly. She does like when I tease her but, I’m also … Continue reading Mothering Perspectives (12-4-15)
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He Calls me Moppy (12-8-15)
I probably have one of the best “other mother” situations I could ever have. I am “other mother” to our #5, who turns 2 soon. I met this little guy before he was born, and was one of the very first people to lay eyes on him as I was at his birth. I didn’t … Continue reading He Calls me Moppy (12-8-15)
Our new Fridge (12-9-15)
Picture me standing next to our brand spanking new fridge! Can’t see it? Me neither! It’s not here yet! Recall about 3 weeks ago, when I wrote an Ode to the Washing Machine because our fridge was broken, and I attempted to thwart the washer gods' vengeance). We figured out it was a $60 part, … Continue reading Our new Fridge (12-9-15)
Working Out (12-14-15)
My partner and I became friends through running. I used to be a runner/triathlete in my former life, BC (Before Children). I had tried to get back into it here and there throughout the first 11 years of motherhood, but it was so challenging. I figured once a runner, always a runner, so I knew … Continue reading Working Out (12-14-15)
Finding Our Faults 12-15-16
What happens to you when you stumble into your soul mate in the middle of your life? I could write a book on this, but I want to write about one specific topic. You’re in your late 30s. You’ve been married for over 15 yrs. You think you’ve grown, matured, in all ways, especially emotionally. … Continue reading Finding Our Faults 12-15-16
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas 12-17-16
This will be our first Christmas as a couple, a family, and a group. It's certainly a mixture of emotions, memories, and history, but mostly a time of joy and happiness that we are surrounded by so much love and friendship within our circle. We are merging our family traditions with open hearts and are … Continue reading It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas 12-17-16
Cooking Paleo-ish: 12-22-16
I’ve been paleo-ish for several years now. This looks like mostly meat, eggs, veggies, fruits, and other whole foods. We have a freezer full of elk and grass-fed beef. We cook 95% of our meals at home so they are almost 100% paleo, except I can’t seem to give up dairy. I’m a bit embarrassed … Continue reading Cooking Paleo-ish: 12-22-16
Road Trip! 12-28-16
1034 miles 16.5 hours 5 kids 1 Moppy -17 degreesChallenge Accepted! I hit the open road yesterday with the 5 kiddos, over 700 miles just on I-80 alone, over 1000 miles total, to grandmother's house we went! The kids were amazing little travelers. We lucked out, but they are also used to long distance trips. … Continue reading Road Trip! 12-28-16
Mile Marker 237-1-6-16
I share this story with you because I relive this each time I pass through on I-80. It's a happy ending but does contain trauma: Some experiences are seared into your memory. You can recall every detail for the rest of your life. Strange how the mind works when other times you don’t remember what … Continue reading Mile Marker 237-1-6-16
Answers from a Dread Head-1-12-16
About 6 years ago I suddenly had a strange desire to get dread locks. I don’t know where this even came from, except when I stopped to think about it, they made perfect sense for a girl like me. I am kinda low maintenance (sweetie, don’t laugh!), at least as far as I put into … Continue reading Answers from a Dread Head-1-12-16
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