In one of the groups I’m in some things went down today involving a “Statement of Diversity & Inclusion” and the aftermath of backlash involving some who have a gross misunderstanding of racism and white privilege. It’s not my place to go into specifics, but this has been heavy on Continue Reading
#MicroblogMondays: Power of Words
I’ve been made extra aware of the power of words over the last year. In my Intro to Psychology class last fall we talked a lot about the power of words and the meaning behind them. For example, what are you really saying when you say something or someone is Continue Reading
Two! He’s two!
Caleb’s second birthday came and went last week without much external fanfare, but we celebrated hard in our own little way. The night before his birthday Caleb got to help make his cake-cake, I chose red velvet. Then we had Birthday Breakfast with muffins and candles. (a little messy reality Continue Reading
Caleb at 24 months
Caleb at 24 months is something to see. He’s the kid who jumps and just trusts that someone will catch him – so far we always have. His favorite things are whatever Simon is doing at the moment, of course. He’s getting better at playing with Simon and not breaking Continue Reading
Bathroom updates
Another installment of House Tour Tuesday! Last fall I finally nailed down a major culprit as to why I never looked great in the bathroom mirror. The color reflecting off of the bright green walls (a color I loved eight years ago) and the yellow light was doing nothing for Continue Reading