Cold Halloween

I’m a Mainer Mama, and I’m guessing if you are a New England Mama as well you might share the following memories with me: Tick or Treating in the snow,  arguing with your folks as they cover up your costume with bulky winter coats, or of course the stripping off of the winter gear in [...]

The Disappearing Nap

If it takes you longer to put the child down, then the actual nap lasts, is it worth it?
I’ve been having some difficulty getting my two year old to nap lately, and I am beginning to ask myself this question.

Taking Pictures

The weather is cool, the air extremely crisp, and the leaves are starting to change.  The smell in the air is that beautiful soft smell of autumn, my favorite time of year.  There is something so wonderful, at least to me, about being able to pull on a sweatshirt and pair of jeans, and head [...]

Apple Picking

My five year old daughter Madison had a field trip to the Apple Orchard today.  I love Apple Picking, and I love going on field trips with her and her class.  I brought along my other little girl, Hailee who is two. Hailee has been apple picking before, however she was too small to remember, [...]

Vocabulary

I consider myself a relatively “hip” mom. I like to do fun things, I love to listen to top 40 music and stay up to date with fashion. I use words like “wicked cool” and “wicked awesome”, like a true New Englander would.
My oldest daughter, Madison is going to be five in October. [...]

Doll Houses… Just for Girls?

Several years ago a friend of the family gave my parents a dollhouse and furnishings to them. At that time I only had my oldest son, so they were thinking that perhaps I would have a little girl to give this to.

Cat Nap Cat

This morning I decided to snap a photo of our computer addicted cat, Skitter. Actually, my 3 year old took the picture, maybe a photographer in the making?