Saturday Night Sofa Bed
We don’t have a TV in our bedroom. Sometimes, though, we want to watch TV in bed. This is most likely to come up when one of us is sick, but there are occasions when we just like to lounge…. Read moreSaturday Night Sofa Bed
Tag: Baguette
On Reading
I’ve always loved to read. I started reading on my own at age four and just kept going. I almost always have a book with me (particularly now that I have an iPod Touch with the Kindle app), and I… Read moreOn Reading
Weekend Music
At her grandparents’ house yesterday, Baguette discovered something fascinating:
Day Care is Important
We’ve always known we love Baguette’s day care center. It’s like paying a second mortgage, but totally worth it–we miss her, but we don’t worry about her. And when she’s there all day, that’s important. The teachers balance structure, creativity,… Read moreDay Care is Important
Just the Facts, Ma’am
Me: Baguette, can you say “Please?” Baguette: Yeah!
Stubborn Little Girl
“Elmo!” “Say ‘please.’” Silence. “Baguette, ‘please’ is a nice way to ask for something you want. Say ‘please’ and you can watch Elmo.” Silence. “I know you can say ‘please.’ I’ve heard you do it before. Say ‘please.’” Silence. “Okay…. Read moreStubborn Little Girl
Yelling
I yell at Baguette a lot. Not when I’m angry or frustrated–that’s happened from time to time, but I’m generally able to talk through it with Mr. Sandwich rather than snap at her. Everyone should get to be married to… Read moreYelling
January 2, 2012: Looking Ahead
I’m not a big believer in New Year’s Resolutions, primarily because I never keep them. But I do have goals. Here’s what I’m looking at for 2012: Get our house in order. Literally. I can’t teach Baguette to clean up… Read moreJanuary 2, 2012: Looking Ahead
Sandwiches vs. the Post Office: Round Two
Unlike the previous day’s attempt, this combination seemed to work.
The Post Office Will Completely Ignore This Kind of Notice
No big deal. We didn’t really want her to finish that nap anyhow. [/sarcasm]