Often I wish I could ask her what she is thinking. A part of her personality it very intense and contemplative. It is curious to watch and daydream about what she is focusing on and what she thinks about. I also wonder how much she will reveal once she is able to communicate freely. I see her maintaining a degree of mystery and reserve throughout her life.

Writing this makes me question my idiosyncrasies as a child, what traits my mom identified in me when I was young and how she thought they would translate as I grew into adulthood.

I was recently reading about a father who keeps what he calls a "Legacy Letter." Daily, he writes a quick something regarding whatever is on his mind or currently going on in their lives. What prompted him to start the log was the fact that his parents didn't remember specifics when he became interested in knowing what life was like, and what he was like, when he was a child. The log was his solution to the possibility that he may forget the details eventually.

What a brilliant (and dedicated) idea. And what a treasure it will be to that kid, when he receives it.

rock star

First Signs of Spring

The kids enjoyed the sunny weather we had recently. I got them outside in hopes that the sunshine would dispel their cabin-fever.

I have been making some formatting changes to this blog, so if the layout looks wonky it is because I am making some adjustments. Hoping to beautify my bloggy blog a bit!

On the hunt - Chore Board

Like me, Matthew lives in the visual realm. He likes to see what he needs to do and what he has already done. Because of this I am looking for a chore board or chore check list to keep a visual record of his to-do's and done's.

I first saw this one at a local toy shop. Loving that this version is very comprehensive and the dry erase bottom section would come in handy. However, it looks a little too "day-care center" for me. Is it vain to expect the chore board have a certain aesthetic, one that I would not shudder at seeing on my wall? I think not. :) Particularly since I need it to be in a central location, the kitchen, to use it properly.

So my search continued. Etsy has several options, a bit more suited to my tastes.

This is from soapstarmom who offers additional chore cards as well.

AbbiesHouse is another great option, also offering additional chore magnets.

And these are only a few of the choices out there. Yet, all in all, I have not found THE ONE. I'm thinking this calls for a craft project....

Perideau Designs

Lucky me! I won a personalized canvas print by Perideau Designs from a giveaway I entered on Bliss, authored by the delightful Mrs. French.

Bridgett, of Perideau Designs, has been so gracious during the personalization process and I am just delighted to be the winner. I requested mine in the color "Pool" which is a dazzling pale teal, with Natalya's name on it. Won't it look delicious in her room!?! Me thinks so.

Please visit her blog and etsy shop to check out all the lovelies she has to offer and please let her know that I sent you. Her stationary is gorgeous. On my wish list, the "A New Key" moving announcements, since we are moving soon. Details on that to come...

My days are bright because I have her

Christmas 2009 continued

Truly, this was one of the best Christmas' I have ever had. Surrounded by family and love. There is no better a gift.