June 2011 archive

Coloring with big boy crayons

by | Posted in My Favorite Things, Timmy Steps | 9 Comments

You say “Mongol” and I say “#2!” Mongol pencil #2 is my all-time favorite writing instrument. The crisp sound of a freshly sharpened #2 on paper is blissfully cathartic. That and the brand carries a lot of nostalgia for me. Every time I see the yellow-orange pencils I’m reminded of the days when my family […] Read more…

Happy snacks: Triangle-shaped popcorn and nutty nuggets

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Are you a popcorn lover? If yes, keep reading. If no, keep reading as this may convert you. I’m a big popcorn fan and really enjoyed this snack: triangle-shaped popcorn! Well, they’re popcorn chips in triangle form. Cool huh? These popped corn chips from Popcorners are so delicious! First bite, you immediately taste the popcorn. […] Read more…

The Baby Blanket from Bulgaria

by | Posted in Motherhood, Reflections, Timmy Steps | 8 Comments

Beautiful memories can make any object more valuable than it actually is. Baby things are so much like that. I can’t throw Timmy’s first pair of shoes away. I’m still holding on to his onesies from his first year. Then there’s one very special item I know I’ll keep even when he’s outgrown it — […] Read more…

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