Category Archives: Kids

Today was Elias’ first AWANA grand prix. Up until we arrived at the event I had no idea what to expect, but I assumed it was similar to the boy scout car derby my brothers did a couple of different … Continue reading →

There will be nudity….or at least partial nudity. It’s just how it is with boys. Usually by bed time there is at least one child in my house without a shirt. Sometimes without pants. Often enough they are in just … Continue reading →

Last week we had our second family night. We’ve decided to try two a month because that is a realistic goal and it is often enough that it will feel like a memorable tradition for the boys. During dinner, I … Continue reading →

Yesterday as I was putting some clothes away in my closet, Elias came to join me. He noticed Daddy’s ties all hanging neatly, and asked if he could wear one. I tried to convince him to wait because he could … Continue reading →

Elias has a marble track set that he received as a gift a little over a year ago. Ever since he got it, he has loved sending the marbles down the tracks. However, either Nathan or I had to build … Continue reading →

I’ve been wanting a smoothie maker, and for Christmas, my mom provided. I’ve been enjoying delicious smoothies made from real fruits a couple of times a week since then. On a related note, (you’ll see how it relates soon, I … Continue reading →

Elias has recently developed an interest in writing letters to our sponsored children. Annibel is one of the kids we sponsor. We’ve been talking about her more often because she is the newest. Elias asked me if I could write … Continue reading →

Since yesterday was Epiphany, we had a mini celebration. We don’t do a lot for the twelve days of Christmas or epiphany in our house, but I want our boys to know and understand what they are and mean. We … Continue reading →

I am part of a Bunco group that meets on the first Wednesday of each month so today was the day. We usually all bring something to eat or drink with us, and today I decided to make some biscuits. … Continue reading →