Life With Boys

A while back I was introduced to The Sweet Potato Queen’s Book of Love — and loved it so much I bought it for just about everyone I know. We still have some room if you want to come along and join the festivities — just let me know. Now, the time has come for… Continue reading

I was hoping my friend Amy would have her baby today — but no. Nothing special about this leap day except moving into a new office. YEAH. But it is a good thing. I no longer have to sit next to the copier, which is the best thing in the world. I’ve told the boys… Continue reading

Mindy once asked, “Will someone please write down Mom’s recipes before she dies?” … Good thing I did — I just found them the other day so I thought I’d post them here.Buffet Supper Chicken Casserole4 chicken breasts1 cup white wine1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperPinch of thyme, powdered ginger1 can sliced water chestnuts1 can cream… Continue reading

I asked the boys to help me clean up the house. Morgan’s retort — “Why, is Grandma coming over?” Well as long as I’m teaching them well. Continue reading

The tides have turned dinosaurs are on the way out and Pokemon is in. I’m not even sure how that happened. I think it has something to do with Tyler’s new best friend Liz. I don’t speak Pokemon — I don’t want to speak Pokemon but apparently I have little to do with this decision.… Continue reading

I was that ludicrous woman who takes her sick child out, lets him cough in the public air, while talking on the phone to the doctor’s office and trying to shop at the same time. I was disheveled, sniffling, hacking and a basic mess. Some people can be a mess and look cute at it… Continue reading

Since all of us but Tyler (knock on wood) have now been struck down by the unpredicted strain of flu. Morgan’s has turned into a slight case of pneumonia (is that like being a little bit pregnant?) My doctor’s office told me “We’re diagnosing all of these cases over the phone to ensure our healthy… Continue reading

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In the spirit of the holiday here is a funny for you — This reminds me of a time in college when I had an ongoing contest with a friend to see who could find the best “love sucks” Valentine’s. They’re not easy to find, but when you do — they’re usually pretty good. If… Continue reading

In honor of our 10th anniversary Matt and I are planning a trip to Hawaii. We don’t know when we are going. We don’t know exactly we shouldn’t miss. And Matt wants to find a hut by the ocean as well. All experts should post a comment here so we can begin to make our… Continue reading