As I tried to fall asleep last night, it occurred to me that today my baby will be starting Young 5’s. I know that I should be thrilled with the all the “free” time heading my way, and I’m sure that I will find being alone four afternoons a week will allow me the potential to move mountains, but I have to tell you, my heart is heavy; there’s a …Read More

Ah Mondays- love ’em! Especially after a 4 day weekend. The laundry begins to reproduce in the baskets. Boots, mittens, hats, and snow pants create an obstacle course through the narrow hallway we call “mudroom.” Dishes clutter both sides of the sink, the dishwasher is full, and so is the table. Library books, school papers, random games and toys, are lying here, there and everywhere. Not a pick-up task for …Read More