The PCP had his very first test last Friday– in spelling! We practiced all week using flash cards, with me calling out words, and by playing games and taking practice tests on Spelling City. So, the night before the big test we had a little “Spelling is Fun” themed supper. This all came to fruition… Read More
The PCP’s teacher professed to be a huge Alabama fan and to love baking so, with football kicking off, I put together a cute little themed treat for her. I put Honey’s extensive sports knowledge to the test by quizzing him on Alabama’s colors, mascot and logo and then pulled together everything Mrs. B will… Read More
The baby carried home his first home work assignment last week – to complete an “All About Me” poster. I can’t glamorize the process…it was akin to pulling teeth. But, we finally got it done and he is pretty darn proud of his hard work :-) I asked the baby the questions and then… Read More
Here’s how it all went down… Honey: I now know which one of the boys is your favorite. Me: What on earth are you talking about? Honey: Look at John’s room…full of cool things and decorated nicely. Now, look at the baby’s room. It looks like a victorian grandmother died in there. Please do what… Read More
Aside from battling an outbreak of moths in my kitchen and whiteflies in my garden (lucky me, right?), we cobbled together a few fun outings over the long Labor Day weekend. We did happy hour at the pool Friday, girls night out Saturday, cooked out with friends Sunday, and Mexican with my family tonight. But… Read More
Allrighty people, I have a pressing issue (and I use that term lightly) that I need y’all to weigh in on… Should we screen in the porch? Or leave it as a veranda? I see pros to both – primarily that screens would keep out some bugs, leaves and debris, but a veranda affords crystal… Read More
Yesterday I spent a rare little free afternoon with bestie F. For our deliciously impromptu date, we caught a matinee showing of Hope Springs. It wasn’t so much what movie we saw…but that we saw a movie that wasn’t animated, rated G or on Netflix a year after it’s premier. I adore Meryl and, while… Read More