I got to hold this tiny treasure today. He was absolutely scrumptious. Those tiny toes. The grunts and coos. Even the present he made in his diaper while nestled in my arms left me pining for a wee one, a small taste of heaven (I’m insane, I know). Madeline was pining, too. On the wayRead the whole post >>
Peer Pressure
Welcome to the April Carnival of Natural Parenting: Parenting advice!This post was written for inclusion in the monthly Carnival of Natural Parenting hosted by Hobo Mama and Code Name: Mama. This month we’re writing letters to ask our readers for help with a current parenting issue. Please read to the end to find a listRead the whole post >>
Nature Study
5-year-old, referring to the ubiquitous white blossoms of Bradford pear trees: Mommy, those flowers sure are pretty, but they smell like butt. No argument there. Those blossoms are rather rank. But a gentle reminder to my little lady is necessary that we really ought to say “bottom” instead of “butt” when referring to the fragranceRead the whole post >>
Girls & Curls
We had our first experience with foam curlers. I’d recently told Madeline how I used to occasionally sleep in curlers, and she immediately wanted me to try it with her tresses. And of course, Baby Rae didn’t want to be left out. The before photos… The after photos (which include curls and a bonus raspberryRead the whole post >>
Hairdos
The chic bob The darling pigtails The messy pixie