Let me start by asking how this winter is treating you. If you are lucky enough to live in the tropics, you may not know what I am talking about. Even sunny Texas has not been spared this winter. Though our experiences were nothing compared to other states, I am sure. I am not a…
Cute Handmade Christmas Cards
Gosh, time sure flies. Just when I was done putting together end-of-year gift bags for Boy’s teachers, along comes the Holidays. I am not complaining, mind you. I will take any chance to appreciate the efforts of those lovely ladies and a gentleman who joined his school this year. It came as such a shock…
Preschooler Thanksgiving Turkey Craft
Having a preschooler at home means that I am acutely aware of all the seasons and upcoming celebrations. In October, Boy comes home with cute ghost and pumpkin crafts, November is for turkeys and fall leaves, December is for Santa, reindeer and snowflakes, February is for hearts and I Love You cards, and so on.You…
End-Of-Year Teacher Appreciation Gifts
It is time for Boy to graduate to the next level in his pre-school. He is not old enough to be eligible to the public school programs here (boo!), but he has been going to a private place since he turned three. He has had 2 main teachers and 2-3 substitute teachers within a span…
How We Had Fun This Summer
Summer heat is tough. But I love it because of all the sunshine and long daylight hours. Want to know what we did so far? We blew bubbles, or rather ‘shot’ them out of a bubble gun! We are enjoying the flowers in our little garden. And I got a little ‘bokeh’ effect going on…
An Interview With Boy
Little Boy is 3 years old and has that innate wisdom that little children seem to have. He knows that I have a blog and write about stuff I do around the house. Last night, I was working on the computer, drafting a new post. I can hear him telling his father, “Mommy is looking…
How To *Put A Superhero To Work*
What do mothers do when left alone with Superheroes? Put them to work, of course!!! In the bathroom, Holding accessories, Holding bedtime books on the chair-turned-nightstand, Now, let me put Iron Man back on the toy shelf, before Boy gets home from school. You won’t tell him, right?!! 😉 I staged these photos just for…
Easy Kids Artwork Display Wall
Ever since Boy started pre-school, he has been bringing home a load of artwork each week. Even otherwise, the kid loves to paint! I was looking for a cute way to display some of his artwork, instead of just sticking them up on the wall. We needed a designated space, else I knew the whole…
Simple Fun
Kids are funny. They can be happy with a few simple things. Like funny shapes mommy makes with Play-Doh. Last night, Boy was playing with Play-Doh and I couldn’t resist making a few things. Can you guess the shapes? It is a girl, Mickey Mouse, Goofy (lol), a cat and a car. I think the car turned…
Fun Facts About Boy – #1
So, in my last post, I showed you a body shot of Boy, my 3 year old. If you missed it, it is the last photo in this post. Here are some fun facts about little boys. Mine, anyway… 1. Boy loves loves loves cars. 2. He learnt the names of colors by watching cars…