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pizza night

by Crystal Butler 16 Comments

Not long ago we started Family Pizza Night.  It's not an original concept, but I tend to subscribe to the do-it-myself-it's-just-easier method of cooking (and cleaning, and ... Read More about pizza night

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full throttle

by Crystal Butler 12 Comments

...and she's off folks!  My baby-est of babies is toddling.  Proudly, furiously, and with a purpose. And that purpose is sometimes mischievous... ... Read More about full throttle

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snow day, Obama day, new day

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Tuesday was a snow day here.  Which was perfect, because I had explained the inauguration to Evyn and she seemed to understand it, at least in part.  She understands taking turns as ... Read More about snow day, Obama day, new day

take advantage of an MLK, jr. Day playdate

by Crystal Butler 3 Comments

So despite our family's politics, I recognize that these next couple of days are significant, and provide a number of "teachable moments" for Evyn.  Moments I want to be prepared ... Read More about take advantage of an MLK, jr. Day playdate

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update: her box of cars

by Crystal Butler 5 Comments

So you remember I was feeling bad about making Evyn doubt herself and her great idea for Show and Tell?  I did forgive myself but I was curious how Show and Tell went with the box of ... Read More about update: her box of cars

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a lesson

by Crystal Butler 16 Comments

See this face?  It's the face of a kid who is wildly joyful about everything, it turns out.  And who loves life.  Loves her stickers, loves her sister, loves her new dog (more on ... Read More about a lesson

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