I didn’t know if I was going to blog tonight but after a weekend away at the family cottage, completely removed from all forms of technology, the girls are making up for lost time and reacquainting themselves with their forgotten friends, Computer and Television. I like to call those friends Peace and Quiet, respectively. A … Read more
I left my alarm set to 5:15 from yesterday and got up at the same time today. I got a ton done in just a short period of time. Amazing what happens when you will yourself to stay off your computer immediately upon rising. As soon as the sun came up I got dressed and … Read more
When I make hummus – I might use canned chick peas, or might have more time and patience and cook my own beans. There are two methods to cooking beans: The Patient Method and the Impatient Method. The Patient Method: Soak dried beans completely covered water for 8 hours. The beans are going to expand … Read more
I was able to make some progress with Thrive while the girls played in the water and the sand yesterday afternoon. I was excited to put a lot of his principals into practice today with a long run planned for this morning. My friend Shawn has decided to run the half marathon (13.1 miles) with … Read more
After my post this morning the girls were ready for breakfast and said they wanted waffles. Ummm, alright. Alright would be code for I just cleaned up the kitchen but sure, why not. They love to stir while I read the recipe and measure out ingredients for them to add in. Add in is code … Read more
Today is a rest day. I swapped exercise this morning with work on my never ending to-do list. Over the years I’ve signed myself to volunteer for various non-profit groups and organizations – all in my quest to keep my brain from turning to mush as a stay at home mom. It’s all good, but … Read more
So if Saturday was Ladies Night, that must make today Ladies Day! My same group of girls from Saturday went to the zoo together today – except we had the little ones with us and were therefore double the number. 4 adults and 4 kids. 1 : 1 – always a good kid : adult … Read more
I was greeted with morning temps under 50 this morning! OK, OK, it’s September. I believe you! Now crank up the temp, it’s not fall yet. Hello long sleeves, seems like just yesterday I had put you away for the season. And oh yes, long pants, how could I forget about you too? A quick … Read more
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