I've about had it with putting off a growing list of small things around the house that I need to put my foot down and do. So, I'm taking some (somewhat) extreme measures. I should explain that I am not bitter about the environmental factors in my life that have made my to-do list grow. All of ... Read More about (Somewhat) extreme measures
Humble Handmaid Blog Archives
The polite thing to do
I have had several experiences in the past few months in which I have been completely surprised by other people's actions--or lack of action--in situations for which it seemed perfectly clear to me what the right thing to do was. Without going into detail on each of those situations, here is a ... Read More about The polite thing to do
New baby pics and video galore!!
Check out my cute husband's blog at www.francophilosophy.blogspot.com for some AWESOME videos and new pics of us and Gabriel. Some of you may appreciate the reference in a couple of the videos to the song (the very techno, "Drive it Like You Stole It") and amazing dance moves from Fighting ... Read More about New baby pics and video galore!!
Baby food
Sunday was my first official Baby Food Making Day. Gabriel and I ventured out to the produce section of Randall's and came home loaded with butternut squash, carrots, apples, sweet potatoes, mangoes, peaches, raspberries and blueberries. I spent all morning baking and steaming and puree-ing ... Read More about Baby food
The better part
Tonight at mass, I got one of those Heavenly Wakeup Calls that God likes to use in my life. Today's Gospel, Luke 10:38-42, recounted Jesus' visit to Mary and Martha's house. Perhaps some of you are familiar with the story: "Jesus entered a village where a woman whose name was Martha ... Read More about The better part
Busy and ever inspired
This week, we had a couple of friends over for dinner on Tuesday night. I made homemade chicken pesto pasta, tomato-basil soup and sensation salad. Everything was delicious, but sure took a while to cook. At least I love being in my kitchen these days :) On Thursday night, we had our weekly Family ... Read More about Busy and ever inspired
Baby G – New 7-month pics and video
I love my Baby G! Sometimes I have to hand him to Michael just so I won't take a big bite out of his chubby little cheeks :) We've been having a crazy, but fun, summer. Last weekend was my brother-in-law's wedding, and we all had a blast. Gabriel is the darling only grandchild, and he was loved on ... Read More about Baby G – New 7-month pics and video
Under the weather
I've been pretty awfully sick this week with a nasty cold from you-know-where, but have finally turned a corner I think. I'm blogging again at least, even if I still can't taste or smell anything and I still feel like an F-150 just ran over me. :) This afternoon, Michael and I decided to take ... Read More about Under the weather
Baby food
Since Gabriel started eating baby food, I've quickly come to realize that the cost of those colorful little cubes and jars of perfectly pureed baby cuisine is quickly adding up! I've also realized that my seventh-month-old son eats way more fruits and vegetables than his parents do. That's ... Read More about Baby food