Iron Man and Christmas Trees

∞ It's safe to say we are quite settled into the house now, evidenced by the mere 2-3 boxes left in the dining room -- versus the 20-30 -- to unpack/put away/give away. The Christmas tree just went up, marking the (late) beginning of the end of what was an amazing year. The 15-yr-old artificial will … Continue reading Iron Man and Christmas Trees

Friendship and Enchanted Rocks

"Share our similarities, celebrate our differences." ~ M. Scott Peck * * * There's nothing quite as magical as a new friendship.  Be it through a hobby, lifestyle similarities, a child's play buddy, a neighbor, a grocery store clerk -- just about any little old thing can set the stage for match-making.  My most endearing … Continue reading Friendship and Enchanted Rocks

Top Ten: Dodging Apartment Doldrums

During the dog days of summer, it's all about the kids.  When the house space gets cut in half, kids go outside (mostly). * * * Top Ten Ways to Dodge Apartment Doldrums Draw stuff. Be sure to leave the lids off the markers so they can't be reused. And don't clean up after yourself … Continue reading Top Ten: Dodging Apartment Doldrums

We Ain’t Afraid of No Snakes!

Here's what happens when a 6-year-old gets a hold of a video camera -- for puppet show purposes -- and then discovers there's an unscheduled snake crashing the production stage. Way to go, Ginny. That right there is the future of DirtNKids! ♥ Do snakes make you get a camera? Or a shovel or rake? Or do … Continue reading We Ain’t Afraid of No Snakes!

Mulch – Giving Thanks

∞ Like you all, I'm thankful for a lot of things this time of year. Good health, a loving family, bountiful food are usually on everyone's short list. It's no different for mine. Going against the grain most days, I happen to be thankful for things that don't normally cross others' minds. Like adaptability: we … Continue reading Mulch – Giving Thanks