I have so much to catch up on. I promised a post on Elisabeth's modeling job. I never even mentioned our Hong Kong trip. And oh yeah, Damon is home for a few weeks, and we spent the last week exploring Tokyo and Hiroshima. So yeah, there's a bit to write about. ...
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Toddlers and Tiaras, Here We Come!
It was a lovely day. You know, one of those days that's around 90 degrees with 100% humidity. One of those days when a typhoon is forecast, so in addition to the heat and the humidity, it's overcast with a slow, constant drizzle. One of those days that no matter...
The Crib Conundrum
For you longer-term readers, you might remember how... detailed I was when it came to planning Elisabeth's nursery. I read and re-read and then read again all the books, blogs, reviews, and what have you to determine the safest yet still aesthetically pleasing...
Minivan: Update
My, my. My minivan post seemed to strike a chord with others who equally abhor their mode of transportation. While some readers commiserated, others reveled in my new minivan-mom status. Take this email I received from a friend and former co-worker: So, I was...
And Then I Bought a Minivan
Remember when I swore I would never, NEVER drive a minivan? I didn't care if I had 12 kids - you were never going to find me behind the wheel of a minivan. I repeat: Never. And then I moved to Japan. Where on base, minivans are so prolific, I often can't distinguish...