Category Archives: Parenting
There Was a Preschooler Who Lived in a Shoe…
I have seen so many funny comments today and yesterday on twitter from other moms (like Nicole, Allison, and Brenna) who are aghast at the prospect of another snow day at home with their children. Even those who have just one child are beginning to feel like the old woman who lived in a shoe. …
Guest Napper #9
Aimee says her son Elliot fell asleep under this crush of cushions while waiting for Godot Mom to get off the computer and come help him put together his train set. Except for the book sticking into his shoulder, it looks sort of comfortable and snug, really. But maybe I’m just teetering on the brink …
Stairway to Heaven Redux
Those of you who remember the incredible first Stairway Snooze must agree with me that it seemed like lightning in a bottle. I seriously can’t think of anyone else I’ve ever met whose kid took a 2-hour nap on the steps. Once again, William exceeds expectations. This time (nearly 18 mos. and several inches in …
Cabin Coma
As many of us face yet another day of cancelled school and mounting indoor insanity, I try to celebrate the closeness we are all developing from these snowbound winter days. I have to say, naps like these are pretty rare. I felt I should bust out the big guns to amuse myself and everyone else. …