Category Archives: Father Dearest

Scooter Police

When O turned 2, we bought her a little scooter and matching pink helmet.  At first was very tentative when using it. For the longest time, it just sat in the basement unused. We would take it to the park, … Continue reading

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Something Funny Happened on the Way to the Forum

Because Facebook is now the place where I get most of my news. If not actual news, then at least gossip.  This morning I log onto Facebook, and I am greeted by a happy surprise. A family friend, who is … Continue reading

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Dinner Time

As I’ve mentioned in the past, dinner time can be challenging  O will eat most of everything we put in front of her, but it can take HOURS…. A lot of discussion over what we are eating. Why? Not this one, … Continue reading

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DH the Crafty Husband

Even DH is getting in the holiday crafty spirit.

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Thanksgiving Food Coma

Not really. I wish that was my excuse this month. But it’s not.  I’ve just been lazy. Lots of stuff happened. O’s birthday party. Traveled to Toronto. Got a new phone. DH got a new phone. O got skis for … Continue reading

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Our Family as Interpreted by O

Picasso, move over!

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Sock Fetish

I noticed something really bizarre recently.  I bought O new socks. Grandma bought her new socks. Technically she should have like 20 pairs of socks. Yet, every time I do laundry there are less and less socks. And also an unusual amount … Continue reading

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Can I Watch Your Show?

The irony is that the show O keeps referring to as “your show” is not even my show.  I hardly ever watch it during the regular season. I’m not a fan. I don’t find it that funny. But if you live in … Continue reading

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Veggies in the Garden

Our garden is currently out of control. And not only that, the neighbors have now taken to feeding ALL the stray cats in the neighborhood–Front and back of the house.  In the front, she leaves cans under whatever car is … Continue reading

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I FOUND YOU!

The heat is getting unbearable.  Even I am to the point of living in air conditioning 24/7.  Yes, with a sweater on, but air conditioning must be.  I know counter intuitive. I could just turn off the air conditioning. But … Continue reading

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