Remember that episode of Seinfeld when Kramer found the old wooden screen door and attached it to the outside of his apartment door? He took it several… Read more “Anytown, USA”
Tag: summer
Margaritas by the Pool
I don’t remember my own mother wading in the pool with me when I was young. I remember swimming from sun up to sun down most summer days… Read more “Margaritas by the Pool”
Summer Distractions
I realized as I repeated the question again to 12, she was still not paying attention. Or she was on some level, but I could tell her… Read more “Summer Distractions”
Observations From the Beach
This past week, my extended family and I rented a beach house to celebrate my mom’s 60th birthday. I love my family dearly. Being able to hang out, all… Read more “Observations From the Beach”
The (non) Napping House
It’s summer and I’m all about flexing the schedule, but 10:30 p.m. bedtimes just do not fly in my house. My three and a half year old… Read more “The (non) Napping House”
Breaking up the Band
My boys have historically come as a package deal. They are close in age and share a lot of the same interests. Their bond was likely accelerated once my… Read more “Breaking up the Band”
Summer Traditions
I seriously can’t believe summer is already back. It seems like we blinked, and suddenly the school year is ending and my “babies” are entering kindergarten and… Read more “Summer Traditions”
Ice Cream. You Scream. And I’m not giving it up…
In honor of back to school week, we have been taking our girls out for ice cream EVERY SINGLE NIGHT FOR SEVEN DAYS STRAIGHT. Yes, you heard… Read more “Ice Cream. You Scream. And I’m not giving it up…”
When Summer Ends
Everyone I hear from seems to be so happy that their kids are going (or have already gone!) back to school. Obviously these people love their children… Read more “When Summer Ends”
Tips for Sending Your Kid to Sleepaway Camp
It usually begins around Memorial Day. My Facebook feed starts filling up with articles touting the benefits of a ’70’s-style “free-range” summer for kids. Remember those? Out… Read more “Tips for Sending Your Kid to Sleepaway Camp”
