Gracie

  • Schedule for Two

    Recently I was asked about my daily schedule with two kids this summer. I have gotten several emails asking that same question, so I thought I’d do a post about it. Life with…

  • From the Mouth of Babes

    A few weeks ago, I had a bug bite on my leg and Bean saw me scratching it. “It’s a bug bite,” I told him. Now, Bean thinks everything that itches is a…

  • The Teeth Are Coming!

    “Gracie,” I said. “Can we talk for a minute about your attitude lately?” “Uhhh…okay.” “Your dad and I are a little concerned about some of your behaviors. You haven’t been eating very much…

  • Sharing Tutus

    “Hi, Gracie,” I said. “Hi, Mom!” “I really like your tutu.” “Thanks,” she said. “Do you think I could borrow it?” I asked. “No, way, Mom!” “How come?” I asked. “Cause it’s mine!”…

  • Bedtime x2

    You know what I’ve learned about myself as a parent lately?  The more I wing it, the better I do.  The minute I try to organize or control something, everyone is miserable –…

  • Gracie and Kitty Kitty

    Gracie is a cuddler. Have I ever told you that? Well, she is. She will root down into your neck as far as you will let her and then, once she’s warm and…

  • Fussy Babies ROCK!

    Ahhh…Gracie Girl. Gracie Girl, Gracie Girl, Gracie Girl. What can I say about Gracie Girl? For the first two months of Gracie’s little life, feeding her was a complete nightmare. Without going into…

  • Rapid Fire

    I’ve learned that with babies, it’s best to set your camera to continuous shooting. They twitch and fidget so much that it’s too hard to catch them at just the right moment for…

  • Wake Up, Gracie Girl!

    WARNING: I speak in a high-pitched tone throughout this video that may possibly only be heard by dogs. Also, there is a fair amount…nay, an excessive amount of baby talk. Proceed accordingly.

  • Chantilly Lace

    Chantilly lace and a pretty face A ponytail hangin’ down A wiggle in her walk And a giggle in her talk Makes the world go round, round, round There ain’t nothing in the…