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July 30, 2009
Zucchini Fritters, Jessica
Zucchini Fritters, Jessica
I had lunch yesterday with my good friend Shannon, who also happens to be my partner in our CSA co-op. We were at her house eating with our children when I asked her if she had any room in her refrigerator for something. She laughed and said, "have you seen my fridge?"
Shannon then opened the refrigerator and revealed the gobs of vegetables from our CSA. We then started sharing ideas on how to use and possibly freeze the bounty we have been receiving each week from New Century Farms. [more]
July 29, 2009
Spin Art !, Craftivity Corner
Spin Art !, Craftivity Corner
This is a classic fun art activity but I'd never ever done it with my son. My salad spinner died a few years ago and every time I saw one in the store it was $20 or more and just to use it for art seemed indulgent. Then I saw this basic and oh so cheap $3 one and the plan was hatched! [more]
July 29, 2009
My Superhero, Talia's Blog
My Superhero, Talia's Blog
Last night I dreamed about my grandmother.
She stood in a courtroom, wearing the white hospital gown that she wore on her sickbed. Although still weak in body, her eyes were strong and powerful. On a bench sat my two sisters, my little brother, two cousins, and me. She turned toward us. She said, "Your honor, I’ll take them." [more]
July 29, 2009
It's in the Details, Jessica
It's in the Details, Jessica
If you've been reading this blog lately, you know I have been on a bit of a watermelon kick. Whether it is plain 'ole watermelon, watermelon salsa or watermelon granita, we certainly have been having our fair share of watermelon.
I wanted to share a few extra tips that have made my watermelon slicing and dicing super easy, and helped keep the clean up to a minimum (both good things for busy families, right?). [more]
July 29, 2009
It was the worst of times, it was the best of times, Professor Mom Not long ago, L. surprised us out of the blue by telling us that the happiest day of his life was when T. was born. He then went on to recount, in great detail, the facts of T.'s birth ending with his first sight of her, as she lay between my legs. He really meant it, too, because he witnessed her birth--right there, up close and personal, while Clifford the Big Red Dog played on the wall-mounted hospital room television. He's never talked much about her birth before. He was, after all, only 3 1/2 years old at the time. We hadn't planned on his being in the room when T.
It was the worst of times, it was the best of times, Professor Mom Not long ago, L. surprised us out of the blue by telling us that the happiest day of his life was when T. was born. He then went on to recount, in great detail, the facts of T.'s birth ending with his first sight of her, as she lay between my legs. He really meant it, too, because he witnessed her birth--right there, up close and personal, while Clifford the Big Red Dog played on the wall-mounted hospital room television. He's never talked much about her birth before. He was, after all, only 3 1/2 years old at the time. We hadn't planned on his being in the room when T.
July 28, 2009
Paper Roll Desk Organizer, Craftivity Corner
Paper Roll Desk Organizer, Craftivity Corner
I love crafting with paper towel and toilet paper rolls because it's one material that most of us do have an abundance of. Depending on how old and skilled your child is they can make intricate designs, or simple scribbles! [more]
July 28, 2009
Again, between two worlds . . ., Talia's Blog
Again, between two worlds . . ., Talia's Blog
An unmarked police cruiser waited for me in the church parking lot.
Two officers walked toward me. I knew them. We worked together.
Still, this was unexpected. [more]
July 28, 2009
Manna from neighbors, Professor Mom
Manna from neighbors, Professor Mom
On Saturday we returned home from an afternoon out and about and found a huge bag of corn waiting by our front door. Although there was no name attached, we knew the corn had come from our neighbors diagonal to us. We've also, in the past, been the lucky recipients of vine-ripened tomatoes, knobbly homegrown cucumbers, and the odd green pepper or two. [more]
July 28, 2009
Berry Crisp, Jessica
Berry Crisp, Jessica
I am not sure how things are in your neck of the woods, but in Ohio, the blueberries are in abundance. The blueberries are fresh, easy to find and inexpensive.
Two years ago my mom gave me a great tip: buy blueberries in bulk and freeze them in the original containers. The blueberries freeze quickly and keep well. To thaw the berries, simply run them under warm water. This washing accomplishes to things: it washes the berries before use and it quickly thaws them. [more]
July 28, 2009
Lady Bug Lacing Card, Craftivity Corner
Lady Bug Lacing Card, Craftivity Corner
Fine motor skills are essential skills for writing and thus literacy. Making a fun craft from start to finish is one way to make an activity like lacing more fun. I did a lady bug because we found one that day but don't feel restricted , do whatever your child is into. [more]
