Tales of Me and the Husband

Good things, in no particular order.


When Anders pops his head up and looks into the kitchen at me, from where he’s playing with his toys. Usually with a big smile on his face (or, sometimes, a whimpering “come hold me, Mom” look too). I can’t get enough of that cute face (and I can’t choose just one of those pictures to post, either).
Cleaning the bathtub with baking soda and a few drops of this lemon oil. It cleans better than anything I’ve ever used on the tub. All that gross stuck on residue? Gone. Plus it smells really, really good.

My Parker playlist. We play it almost every morning during breakfast. My favorite right now is Forbidden Friendship from the How To Train Your Dragon soundtrack (the scene where Toothless and Hiccup become friends? It’s so good.). The Inside Out songs are so great too.

Working out. I’m trying to get back to classes twice a week and I never regret it when I do. I’ve done a cardio class too, and it kicks my ass. I mean it really, really kicks it.

Reading a book. I’m currently lost in The Girl on the Train and it’s good so far.

This meatloaf. It’s so easy, smells so good while it’s cooking, and the few ingredients pack a punch. It’s Steve’s favorite.

Parker flipping through a Daniel Tiger book, saying, “There’s a family hug on the last page, so I have to hug you now, Anders.”

The new “going dark” policy that Steve and I put into place every evening from 5-8 pm where phones and iPods stay in the kitchen and we actually hang out, read, play cards, whatever. I’m not sure William or Lindsey would call this a “good thing” but I hope they will one day?

These moccasin boots. I’ve had them for awhile, but I’ve been reaching for them every day lately. They’re so comfortable.

This old video of a day at the park. Parker is about 13 months, Anders’ age now. William and Lindsey look so much younger. Oh, such sweetness.

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  4. Love the idea of a "going dark" time! I didn't grow up with a cell phone, but my parents didn't allow any technology in bedrooms – so when I couldn't sleep or if I was just hanging out in my room I did a ton of reading, journaling, praying. My husband and I are *trying* to make our bedroom a screen-free zone – but man is it hard!

    While I was always jealous of my friends with radios, computers & TVs in their rooms, I constantly thank my parents now for my technology-free time. It's truly invaluable!

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