Bean

  • First Day of School

    Yesterday was Bean’s first day at his new school.  We got up and going early and totally would have been on time if Bean didn’t eat like a snail.  He takes forever to…

  • 15 Months Old

    Today Bean has his 15-month-old doctor’s appointment.  When I called to schedule it, I had to think twice about if he was really that old.  How could that be?  Wasn’t he just a…

  • Book Worms and Book Ends

    One of the things that I am most proud of as a parent is Bean’s love of books and reading. I started reading to him before he was even born. I’d read things…

  • Selective Intelligence

    I am amazed at how much Bean is learning these days.  It is incredible, really.  I think the biggest difference I notice with him at 14 MONTHS OLD (Holy crap!) is how much…

  • That’s What Grandmommas Are For

    This past weekend, Chris’ mom, Jackie, came to town with her boyfriend, Charles, to celebrate Chris’ sister’s birthday.  We had such a fun weekend.  We went out for hibachi on Friday night for…

  • Getting a Handle on Temper Tantrums

    My adorable, sweet, loving, kind, cuddly Beanie Boo has turned into a total turd in the past couple weeks.  These temper tantrums are becoming more frequent and they seem to be gaining strength…