The weather is gorgeous, the sand box has been cleaned out and the park play dates are picking up steam. Thus begins "sand in the hair, diaper, shoes and socks" season :) This morning at the park I mentioned that I had forgotten to bring the baby powder. I was surprised to find … [Read more...]
Day 279: Keep Bugs out of the Sandbox
In the midst of all our sprucing up for Spring yesterday, we finally got the sandbox in the back yard. It has been sitting unused in the corner of the yard all winter (even though "winter" is mild here in SoCal) and it was overgrown with weeds and overrun by bugs. Rather than … [Read more...]
Day 131: Luau Burger
I know, in some parts of the country, it's a bit late for this one, but I finally just got around to making it, OK?!? :) That, and it's been in the low 90's again this week here in SoCal, so I'm feeling betrayed by my Fall board and all the delicious looking soups floating around … [Read more...]
Day 27: 4th of July Cake
So, there is obviously a reason I am NOT a professional baker. I think I bit off more than I could chew with this little "project." My results are far less beautiful than the original! My cake really looks like a child's attempt at an adults job. Kind of like a little girl … [Read more...]