Monthly Archives: June 2007

Theological Dinosaur Discussions

Posted on June 28, 2007 by elizabeth

"So, Mom, when did the dinosaurs live?" Jewel asks. "A very, very long time ago." "But they’re extinct, now," James says. "Yep." "Did they go extinct in like…," Jewel reaches as far back in time as she can, "the 1960′s?" … Continue reading →

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The Stinker

Posted on June 26, 2007 by elizabeth

"James, did you poop in your pants?" He throws up innocent hands. "What?" "I smell something." His shakes his head in pseudo-confusion. "What?" "Did.you.poop.in.your.pants?" As if it makes a world of difference, he coolly informs me, "Well, technically, mom, these … Continue reading →

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On losing wallets, my sanity…and now, the dog

Posted on June 24, 2007 by elizabeth

"Where’s Milton?" The Mateo asked me this morning as we lay in bed trying to sleep despite three children pounding our backs, tickling our feet and asking for breakfast. "What do you mean, ‘where’s Milton’?" I asked. Everyday The Mateo … Continue reading →

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How Do You Climb The Mountain?

Posted on June 21, 2007 by elizabeth

In the middle of that red box is a black speck. That speck is a climber. Using my zoom lens, I was able to spot him, but I wasn’t able to post that pic here–my computer wouldn’t save the ultra … Continue reading →

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Yosemite

Posted on June 19, 2007 by elizabeth

Last Wednesday, the school bell rang for the final time. Summertime in California never felt so good! One of the best things about living in California is the ability to drive just a few hours in any direction (except into … Continue reading →

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When Mom Can’t Take Ya To The Park…

Posted on June 13, 2007 by elizabeth

..ya might as well do her Pilates video. The Pilates video has become the favorite pastime. Jude spreads out his precious blankie, James uses the throw from the couch and they do 40 minutes of Pilates. Which is more than … Continue reading →

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Preschool As College Prep?

Posted on June 10, 2007 by elizabeth

Where I live, parents place their children on preschool waiting lists when their children are….in utero!! When I called around town to find a preschool for Jude, I was politely informed that I was welcome to attend a school tour, … Continue reading →

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Mom’s On The Couch, Kids Are In The Fridge

Posted on June 8, 2007 by elizabeth

You know you’re sick & pregnant when: 1. The oldest gets tired of waiting around for clean laundry and so she does eight loads by herself! 2. The middle child finishes your Pilates DVD work-out after you’ve flopped over in … Continue reading →

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And The Winner Is…..

Posted on June 6, 2007 by elizabeth

Anna from Oregon is the lucky winner of the Shutterfly 8×8 photo story book!! I printed out the comments, cut them up, placed them in a bowl and The Mateo, with eyes closed, picked the winning name!! (The kids were … Continue reading →

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My First Giveaway, Courtesy of Shutterfly!!

Posted on June 6, 2007 by elizabeth

Shutterfly likes my blog! So, they have offered me a FREE personalized 8×8 photo story book  to giveaway to my readers just in time for Father’s Day! Check out the above link to see more details on how you can … Continue reading →

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