World Meet Dexter

World Meet Dexter

After months and months of endless pleading from the girls, I finally caved in. World say hello to Dexter, our new 3-month old Boston Terrier. Mica: Mommy, can we name him Sirius? Mommy: Sounds too much like ‘Serious’. Mica: How about Lupen? Mommy: Ah, no....
Cucumber Sandwich

Cucumber Sandwich

A few days after I recovered from the flu, this was all my stomach could handle. Anything heavier than this, my body would reject. I didn’t mind though, I love cucumber sandwiches! slices of cucumber and avocado with cream cheese and mint leaves on pumpernickel...

A Tale of the Heartbroken Potters

Two weeks ago, Troy took a half day off work to participate in Friday Art Day. We had a tub of air dry clay stowed away, so Troy taught the girls the basics of clay pottery. They wedged and wedged, over and over until the clay was free of bubbles. Then they learned...
Another Lost Tooth

Another Lost Tooth

Remember this? Well, seven days later, Rinoa lost another tooth. This time, she was terrified because her gum bled all over. She’s growing up so fast. Sob. Sob. Rinoa: Aaawww, I keep forgetting to put my tooth under the pillow. {Pauses} Mommy, do you think the...

Celebrating the Modern Renaissance

After months and months of posting seemingly random ramblings and hodge-podge projects to help me decide which of the things I like doing I should focus on for my next ‘passion-filled career’, I realized (or I guess, I started listening to Troy) that I...

The Modern Renaissance

The Renaissance, spanning 14th to 17th century, was all about the awareness of human potential and the passion for discovery. Today, in a capitalist-driven society, stimulated by rapid developments in communication and technology, we are threatened with a life devoid...