Potty Training Twins – The Good, BAD and the Not So Ugly!
I knew this day would come eventually – I actually think the twins were ready before I was! I just had visions of running to each and every public toilet (probably still in my future) when we were out,...
View ArticleBreakfast of Champions Hosted by The Two Year Old Chef
Ever heard an extremely talented person being interviewed for their talent, and they say, “Oh I started (skiing, piano, singing….fill in the blank) when I was two or three years old” Well Mason can...
View ArticleJohn the Rabbit, “Yes Ma’am”
One of the activities the kids get to do with me during the week is music class. One of the songs we are singing this semester is about a little rabbit. The boys love it! So when I discovered these...
View ArticlePotty Training Twin Toddlers
My twin boys are 2 and 1/4 years old, and potty training has just begun for one twin. Mason showed all the signs that he was ready to start the process, whereas his brother was not (read about that...
View ArticleWhen did Kids Become Style Icons and Stop Being Just Kids??
Leafing through a magazine I was shocked to see the following…. Who "Rocked" it? …an article picturing kids wearing the same outfits and being compared to each other. The magazine then rates who they...
View ArticleGreen Cow “Paddys” on St. Paddy’s Day
This day was bound to be fun when I asked Cameron what he wanted to wear today and he pointed to a cow costume. Cam the Cow This is an unusual request, as they have never worn this hand me down yet....
View ArticleIrish Beer and Beef Pie
Try this recipe! I was afraid of all the ingredients and steps but once you get going its a breeze! I came across this recipe on a travel blog. Karen recently fed this to her family and it was a hit...
View ArticleWelcome Spring, So Happy to See You!
Two little boys Enjoying the first day of Spring Flower crafts at story time Then admiring the flowering blooms Pink, and red and yellow and blue Wouldn’t these blooms make you smile too? Flower...
View ArticleWhen Kids are Too Quiet, Mr. Mischief is Near!
Silence…… Sounds wonderful! But when you are a parent, or babysitting you know silence means mischief is afoot! When you have twins, and you know they have just woken up from their nap, and are...
View Article5 Ways to Keep Toddlers Safe at Easter Egg Hunts
Easter egg hunts have been occurring all around the world for decades. It’s a magical experience for young children, as they run around discovering these hidden festive eggs. Here in the US these...
View ArticlePrecious Twin Toddler Moments
A special bond will always exist between twins. Whether the twins are identical or fraternal, there is a special kind of closeness, that only they can grasp, but we get a glimpse of every so often…...
View ArticleTips for Making Reading Fun for Toddlers
Does your toddler love to read or would she rather run off and play with the other toys? With twin toddlers, I have one of each! One will sit and listen to almost all stories, but the other one...
View ArticleGot Chores? Get Your Toddlers Involved.
Yup, get those little kiddos involved in chores. Start ‘em young, that way it will be less of a “chore” and more of a way of life. That’s my hope anyway, since I am only on my first round of parenting...
View ArticleBad Mommy Moment You Think will Never Happen to You
What bad mommy moment, could possibly involve the following components: twin toddlers, a parked car and a set of car keys? Yup, my twins got locked in the car. I am so embarrassed to even admit that...
View ArticleGardening with Toddlers is as Messy as it Sounds! But FUN!
Sometimes you need to see something before you have the guts to try it yourself. I was recently inspired by some friends who did some gardening with their daughter, so I thought I would give it a try...
View ArticleIs Two Years Old Too Young to Start Drinking Tea?
A special moment spent drinking tea with Grammy last week brought up the question: “Is Two years old too young to start drinking tea?” My gut instinct said it’s fine, especially because growing up in...
View ArticleWhat do Parrots, Pierogies and Pirates Have in Common?
Baseball baby! Well, baseball in Pittsburgh to be exact! My twin toddlers (2 1/4 years-old) just experienced their first live sporting event. I’d been playing T Ball with Cameron and he was really...
View ArticleSending Love and Prayers to Boston
Boston has been good to me. It is where my husband and I started our lives together – in a 500 square foot apartment. We lived there for two years, met many wonderful people, and enjoyed all the...
View ArticleCaption This Photo…
Here is a new spin on “Wordless Wednesday’s” where we let the image speak for itself. Today you speak for the image, by giving it a caption! Our recent trip to the zoo, delivered this photo. Caption...
View ArticleEarth Day Butterfly Craft
Happy Earth Day!!! Today is a day to show some appreciation to the wonderful Earth we call home. Plant a tree or some flowers, pick up trash, recycle or just appreciate all the beauty that surrounds...
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