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The aphids
Today, we went to the lake. We anticipated a day of riding bikes and possibly playing near the water, although most likely it wouldn’t be warm enough to swim. We drove up, grabbing breakfast along the way and the kids ate contentedly while we drove, watching a movie and allowing the adults to talk for…
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Saturday slurpee
Saturday is a day that can swing either way- deliciously relaxing or jam-packed full. Today mixed the two into a slurpy, almost as though when drinking a refreshing and delicious drink, when I’ve accidentally sucked all the flavour out and I’m left with only the sad, tasteless memories of my previously amazing beverage. While today…
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Family Friday
Friday, June 1st. Today was a wonderful day. Maybe it was the caffeine, or maybe it was a sense of accomplishment guiding me through my day. For once, it felt like I was in a flow state, where everything went smoothly. I thought I’d be late between places, but instead, I had plenty of time.…
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Retrospective
What do you have to look back on? Do you own a shelf of regrets, Or a wall of memories of families and friends? Times of celebration, birthdays and family reunions. Or does it show awards and achievements? When you look at them closely, were they alone, or with loved ones standing close by your…
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Almost famous
I’m pretty sure I should be famous. Or at least, have people consider me to be super impressive. It’s not because of my career, or my education. It’s not because I’m tall, or had 3 kids in just over three years. It’s not even because I like to think I’m a cool person and I…
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Completion
A complete day Is one Where your answers Come as a surprise Where you realize You enjoy The every day As a toy The same thing you do For work Becomes fun And those whom you serve Are a source of joy Not a drain It’s a pleasure To use My hands for their strength…
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Legally blonde and privilege
How did Friday creep up so fast? Maybe it was all the work, or maybe the children. Or maybe now that I’m older, the days are flying by the way my grandma warned me they would. I ran through my day with hardly time to drink my coffee, then skidded into home just in time…
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My first birthday baby
Today was my first child’s birthday. The one who changed my life in indescribable ways. I’m as guilty as every other first time parent out there who didn’t “get it” until the moment that first tiny human broke all the rules. No longer was I free to sleep or exercise in my free time. Nice…
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The disappearing weekend
That awkward moment when you realize that your entire weekend is gone. Even though it was an extra day, it disappeared as fast as the regular two day affair. As I lay in bed pondering where my time has gone, I realize that the one thing that I lack right now is more time. I…
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A toddler in the mountains
A slow return to life Aided by the sun Morning shone down As the nighttime was over and done He scampered out of bed Full of vim and vigour While mother groaned instead Feeling the years within her The narcissism of a toddler Full of self-importance Knowing you are the center Of the families entire…