My birthday boys (not the guy in the middle!) April is a month of birthdays for our family - my own two kids were born in April, 2 years and 8 days apart - and many of their friends celebrate birthdays in April, too. I still make my boys celebrate their birthday at the same time, … [Read more...]
Luck of the WiiU St. Patrick’s Day Party
There was nothing St. Patrick's Day-ish about this party, except that it fell on March 17. Oh, and the shamrock cookies, the Guinness and Harp's on ice, and the various Irish people in attendance. So, good enough for me! The new Wii U game system launched last fall, and I … [Read more...]
Valencia, The Other West Hills
I'm not so much of a bubble snob as to turn my nose up at the other pockets of good living in and around Los Angeles. There are other ideal places to live and raise a family in comfort around here. People do it everywhere, of course, and what's comfortable for one family might … [Read more...]
And Then He Turned 8
Back when I was painting Kyle's nursery, back when he was growing safely inside my body, I had moments of doubt: I often stand back and try to imagine what it will look like with a crib and a baby in it, and wonder if the baby will like it. What if he gets to be four years old … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Party
In honor of Kyle's 8th birthday! Stay tuned for his birthday pics!









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