He had vacant eyes. When any emotion crossed them it was in flickers of fear, rage, and shame. He didn't smile for a full four months. He never let anyone touch him and had no concept of the power of a simple, pure hug. His fits of rage came in bursts like a camera clicking on … [Read more...] about The Little Boy Who Touched My Heart
Archives for 2011
Holy Cuteness, Santa – Wordless Wednesday
Christmas Decorating Intervention
Confession: I am addicted to Christmas decorations, especially cheap glass balls. But look what I made with them! Finally, I made something crafty instead of crappy. My house looks like the elves had fraternity rush here. There are bowls of all sorts - crystal, pewter, … [Read more...] about Christmas Decorating Intervention
Dress for Less
The holiday season means there are many opportunities to pretty up and head out. We tuck away our comfy go-to jeans that are a smidge too loose and kick around cowboy boots in favor of dresses cut down to there a la Lola and va va voom heels. This time of year gives us girls a … [Read more...] about Dress for Less
The Lost Art of…
I can't help but continue on my "Get off my lawn"! mode. I suppose the nostalgia of the holidays and fleeting moments of Bird and Deal believing in Santa Claus have got my bloomers in a bundle. To balance the over indulgence of the holidays that focus more on getting … [Read more...] about The Lost Art of…
Get Off My Lawn!
I've been having some "Get off my lawn!" moments lately. It all started in the Target toy aisle, as so many of my rants do. Deal was oogling Star Wars action figures while Bird was channeling his inner rock star with a Paper Jamz guitar. When I hear "paper jam" I immediately … [Read more...] about Get Off My Lawn!
Infused Vodka – 5:00 Fridays
I look at this time of year with equal parts dread and joy. I know the doorbell will ring daily with gifts and packages greeting me. Plates of sugar dusted cookies. Pumpkin bars. Chocolatey gooey goodness and buttery vanilla ooziness abound. My sweet tooth will be satiated, and … [Read more...] about Infused Vodka – 5:00 Fridays