Motherhood, Parenting and Capturing Memories

Imagination, Where Are You?

June 3, 2013 By Alison 105 Comments

A conversation between my husband and I, this past weekend. Husband: "Aside from the camera, do you have anything else on your wish list?" Me: "Um....." Husband: "I think it would be nice for you if you got a few things that you want." Me: … Read More >>

Spreading Love

May 30, 2013 By Alison 84 Comments

A few weeks ago, I had an idea to start a new series here, called Fangirl Friday, where I'll share with you my favorite blog posts, Facebook updates, tweets, and Pins from around the blogosphere. I even made a button and all. It did not happen. The … Read More >>

Sounds

May 27, 2013 By Alison 78 Comments

It is never truly quiet, is it? Sounds I love The 1 year old's laugh The 3 year old's laugh The 1 year old's quiet snoring The 3 year old saying "Thank you very, very much" The 3 year old saying, "Please" Running water in the shower, … Read More >>

Words

May 22, 2013 By Alison 115 Comments

"Use your words, Monkey. Tell me what you want. Hand tugging does not work anymore," I say for the umpteenth time. My 3 year old obliges me. He tells me what snack he wants. 5 minutes later, I find myself repeating, "Use your words. USE your … Read More >>

The Other Side

May 20, 2013 By Alison 94 Comments

Beautiful sunsets on beaches. Exotic outdoor markets. Coffee at a luxury hotel. Picnics in a park. Shopping in places with names I can't pronounce. Pictures of airport lounges, and first class seats on a plane, off to yet another far flung … Read More >>

Things I’m Afraid to Tell You: Volume II

May 15, 2013 By Alison

11 months ago, I wrote about 5 things I was afraid to tell you. It was fairly therapeutic (as Alexandra says, blogging IS therapy), and no one ran away screaming. So I'm back with more things I'm afraid to tell you. I'm afraid to tell you that I'm … Read More >>

Writing and Distractions

May 13, 2013 By Alison

It's Monday morning, I need to write my blog post! Okay: one at school, the other is napping. Perfect. Let's start. Wait, need a cup of tea. Mug, water boiling, tea bag. Pour water. Brew. Huh, empty coffee cup in the sink. Wash. Wait, … Read More >>

What I Really Want For Mother’s Day

May 10, 2013 By Alison

The oft-repeated phrase, "Motherhood is hard, yo." can be heard loud and clear in the blogging world. Posts and articles are popping up, where "humor" bloggers are writing lists of what they really want, which includes, pooping in peace, and "leave … Read More >>

One

May 8, 2013 By Alison

Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You. ~ Dr. Seuss A year ago today, at 6.20 a.m., I held you in my arms for the first time. It was love at first sight. How could I ever wonder if I could love you … Read More >>

The Good Stuff

May 6, 2013 By Alison

The past week was rather melancholic, wasn't it? Some of you even expressed concern that I may be suffering from depression following my introvert confession (thank you, but I am not). Then there was the one about an online friendship breakup (if … Read More >>