by Annie | Jul 31, 2009 | Uncategorized
When I am out and about, by myself or chaperoned, and the kids are with me, I get a number of, how should I say?, reactions. They range from friendly smiles and comments about the children’s beauty (those folks are going straight to heaven) to wide-eyed stares,...
by Annie | Jul 29, 2009 | Uncategorized
Back in the day, at Salida Elementary, when the worms worked their way up onto the sidewalks and the pavement turned wet, we’d wait in expection for the the intercom and the announcement of “rainy day schedule.” It always seemed a little bitter...
by Annie | Jul 28, 2009 | Uncategorized
( Background: Max is attending Duc in Altum (that is, “Put out into the deep” in Latin) – a VBS run by our seminarians – this week. It lasts all day and includes Mass with the group, lunch, and recess. He is very excited/nervous/anxious about...
by Annie | Jul 27, 2009 | Uncategorized
Due to rain, laziness and a new baby, we (that would be Jac and I . . . ) didn’t do much at the lake. One canoe ride, one walk around the lake, 2 bike rides . . . pathetic really. I would offer up the number of s’mores eaten as a defense except...
by Annie | Jul 24, 2009 | Uncategorized
Dear Readers, I know I said I would be on top of things. Please believe me when I say I have been. I’ve been on top of pick-up truck tool boxes, bicycles and even Cement Ridge. I’ve been on top of my kids for eating while wandering (not so much of a...
