It's Not Good to Have a Resourceful Child When...

There is an open box of Girl Scout cookies in the house.

Funny Words #6

Katarina:  I'm kind of allergic to brushing my hair.

Funny Words #5

On Saturday I got all dolled up for a date with Kelly and Xander said, "Mom, you look really pretty!"
Me:  Thanks, buddy!

(A few seconds later)
Xander:  Mom, you look really pretty!!
Me:  Thanks!

A short pause, then a little desperately:
Xander:  Do I have to find my own wife?

Thanks for the confidence booster, bud.  I wish I could marry you, too.

Tell Me Why...

What kind of an insane woman goes shopping with five kids, anyway?

Only in Alaska #12

It was a gloriously sunny day yesterday, so I grabbed a couple of books and my beach towel and went out front to grab some rays.

Of course, I also grabbed my down jacket and scarf.

It was 27 degrees.

Only in Alaska #11

When the temperatures climb to the balmy mid-20's I can go out and see people in shorts or tank tops.

I usually content myself with going coatless.

Long live Alaska!

The Power of Example

In case any of you are wondering if a big sister can affect her siblings...