Posted on September 21, 2020 in Photos, responsible parenting

watching TV

Annie sucking her thumb; Paul picking his cuticles; both in Christmas pajamas in September.

Posted on September 18, 2020September 21, 2020 in Matters of Taste, responsible parenting, traditions

our food, their food

Wherein Leslie throws out the rulebook and makes Thanksgiving dressing for Tuesday-night dinner. And a rainbow plate for the kids.

Posted on July 25, 2020July 24, 2020 in Matters of Taste, responsible parenting

their food / our food

Posted on July 25, 2020July 26, 2020 in Matters of Taste, responsible parenting

Discman FTW

She’s not sure yet whether she prefers the Beauty and the Beast soundtrack or They Might Be Giants’ Flood, but she’ll let you know when she listens to them each four more times.

Posted on July 24, 2020 in responsible parenting

bedtime

Whatever it takes.

Posted on July 8, 2020July 10, 2020 in responsible parenting, the adventures of Annie and Paul

playdough

Turns out, playdough is much more fun with real kitchen tools.

Posted on July 6, 2020July 11, 2020 in Matters of Taste, responsible parenting

our food / their food

Chicken salad with green beans and proscuitto on rye / chicken tenders, bread, beans, and strawberries. I think they ate the strawberries. One day they’ll appreciate me.