Revelry Reverie

Part of the instructions of the humidifier reflect the frustration of any parent who knows you need to say things at least three times. 

This past week, I was talking with some of the women I work with about periods, and about the larger issue of shame around things that aren’t shameful even if they can cause revulsion. One of my friends, Rachel, mentioned Crohns and other “invisible” diseases as an example of something that can be incredibly uncomfortable to discuss…

Today I went to the salon (and I’m thrilled!) but this isn’t about that. You will recall that earlier this week I took the kids for haircuts. Ele’s hair looked like this: But it turns out she wanted her bangs cut. She didn’t tell the stylist nor me, so she didn’t get them cut.  Enter…

Today was the twins’ first trip to the dentist. Yes, they are 5, and this is the first time they were able to figure out how to make an appointment. They have no cavities! They really enjoyed the experience, I’m happy to report. We went to a place that specializes in pediatric dentistry (Chapel Hill…

Finished a hat for my little gilly.

Grant hit 7 months! When he gets tired of bouncing, he tucks his arms in and rests his head. Also, Eleanor got some hockey skates so she can begin working on learning that game. She and Bob go skating most weekends, and she’s very interested in trying out hockey. There will be a general hockey…

Over the weekend, Bob and the kids helped me move my office into the closet. We have a very big closet and I’ve been saying for awhile that I want to put Grant in there for a nursery. Unfortunately it gets too chilly in there for him, but it’s perfect for an office! Another bonus…