We live in a state that’s been one of (if not the) hardest hit states in this economic downturn (Aside – Can we please just call it the Great Depression, Part Deux and get it over with?). One of the first places to close up was our Krispy Kreme donut shop. I didn’t miss it. […]
In one of those fluke-filled moments, I can continue our Science Themed posts because Kata went to a Mad Science Party this weekend. Truly, I was wondering what would I do without the opportunity to use precipitate or catalyst in a sentence. But fortunately, she got to make her own precipitate and it felt like […]
Alex made it to Science Fair Regionals for the second year in a row. They’re hosted at University of Nevada, Reno and are quite A Big Deal in our small scientific community. This year Alex’s wanted to a project involving electricity. So without further adieu, we presented to the world – The judges left some […]
Just checking in to make sure that you got your copy of the Twilight DVD. I mean, honestly, you should. Alright, it’s my thinly veiled attempt to generate even more revenue for Summit Entertainment. Not that they need it. The day before the DVD’s release, Kata and I got our nails done with the appropriate […]
Neither Ken nor I have too much Irish heritage (for the record of those who care and will correct : me = none, Ken = possibly some) but ever since we had Alex, we have found ourselves celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. I mean doesn’t everyone regardless of their heritage?? While other people enjoy more traditional […]
One day last week, before our warmer temperatures hit, I took the girls to the park. To just simply “air” them out. Like old couch cushions or rugs, we were all craving a nice shake-out moment in some crisp air. We frolicked in the very atmosphere all around us. We conquered the highest peaks. We […]
She ran up to me the other day, clutching a Valentine she found tucked away in one of her many purses. “Mama,” she said all excited, “You have my heart.” What can I add to that comment? Nothing. Nothing at all. She’s always had my heart. And her Daddy’s. And her Bubby’s and Sissy’s.