Author Archives: Alicia
Guest Napper #188: Sleepy Sketching
Today we had a high of 66 degrees, which is warm in November, even for Virginia. I guess it put me in the mood for this summer retrospective I received from Maria. My kid came home from school today with a piece of art based on Mondrian, but I think this young artist has a …
Guest Napper #666. I mean #187.
Okay, okay. I know what you’re thinking. It’s a week too late for Exorcist Nap, Alicia. First and foremost, I want to assure you that I know the parents of this baby and he has grown into a fine young ‘un. Whether or not he is still in the running for contortionist at the circus …
Guest Napper #186: NapTime Ninja
So, both of my sons wanted to dress up as Indiana Jones this year for Halloween. Putting together the hat, utility shirt, brown pants, and even the satchel (which the 4yo calls his “man purse”) wasn’t too hard. I still need a whip, but since whips are verboten at preschool, I was spared having to …
Guest Napper #185: Toy Box Tycoon
Now that the holidays are (ever so remotely) in sight, my four-year-old can constantly be heard saying “That! I want that for Christmas!” Since this is incredibly annoying, I consider it total justification for beginning my own recent refrain: Santa is watching. But, hey, this little guy may not need to ask for anything for …