An island, local wildlife, and an open-air outhouse
Typically we don’t explore nature when we travel to see family in Mexico. It’s usually shopping, visiting, eating (so much eating!), and ruins. But one … continue reading
Humor
8 Ways to Survive an Encounter With a Goose
I confess. I have a long-standing and completely irrational fear of geese. I thought I had it under control. I thought I hid it well. … continue reading
French Toast is not a Foreign Food: The Food Education of a Ten-Year-Old
I’m no Rick Bayless, but I know Stuffed French Toast isn’t an authentic Mexican dish. I thought my son knew that as well, but when … continue reading
A Bucket List of…Boredom?
I had no idea our recent trip to Mexico would mean our son would make so much progress on his Bored Bucket List. This list is a … continue reading
The Lazy Mom’s Elf on the Shelf
Hide and Seek with Elf on the Shelf For some of us it’s almost Elf on the Shelf time again. My son knows now that … continue reading
The Sport of Sleeping Over
Our carefully planned evening came apart in 22 minutes. I knew immediately that I wanted out. Desperately. I think I may have actually whispered to myself, … continue reading
Throwback Thursday: It Came from 1987
I found one of my first diaries. From 1987. Then Dire Straights’ Money for Nothing was playing on the radio this morning. I decided it’s a 1980s … continue reading
What to Expect at Mom & Son Cub Scout Camp
I LOVED our time together at Mom and Son and I love camping. I write this with a smile and a sense of humor. Here’s what … continue reading
Diary of a Dog Sitter (by a totally under-qualified goldfish owner)
We own a goldfish. We did own three goldfish, now there’s just one hearty (and quite frankly, lucky as heck) goldfish. Goldfish are about the … continue reading
Mom, When’s the Last Time You Showered?
“Mom, you haven’t taken a shower on a weekday in a long time.” I was in the middle of getting ready P ready for … continue reading