Happy Michaelmas! (Daniel carrying Gwen over the finish line) Even though Daniel ran 50 miles yesterday (and came in first in his age group!!!), he didn't forget how much I love Michaelmas and took the kids to the store to get ingredients for a big feast tonight. Speaking of feasts, I want to officially announce that we're writing an ebook that will launch in November! The working title … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2013
This Week’s Miscellany: Vol. 64
Have I seriously not posted a TWM since the mysterious pig incident? September is getting away from me, y'all! ( Yes, I'm southern and "you all" is too formal and my mama taught me not to say "you guys" unless you're talking exclusively to men. Sometimes I say "folks" but then I think..."too old-timey?" Y'all is just a great word and I'm not sorry!) Where was I? Ah, September is getting away … [Read more...]
A Day in the Life (With Three Kids Under Five)
So I realized that the last Day in the Life post I shared was over a year ago, so I thought it was time for another one: with a 4-year-old, an almost 2-year-old, and a baby. The day I decided to do it ended up being pretty typical for days we spend at home (about half of the time we go on outings and half of the time we chill at home.) Although, there weren't as many meltdowns from Benjamin as … [Read more...]
Sailor Hats and Where You Can Find Me Today
Happy Monday, dear ones. We're keeping busy with a new project that I can't wait to tell you about later this week. In the meantime, you can find the first part of my Catholicism: Empowering Women series from a few months ago posted over at Catholic Exchange this morning! And here's an adorable picture of Lucy all dressed up for my precious goddaughter's baptism yesterday to tide you … [Read more...]
I’m a Mother, Not the CEO of My Household
The other day I was taking a walk with my almost 2-year-old, Lucy while wearing a sleeping Baby Gwen. The September sky was deep blue through the pines and the wind was blowing away the corners of the oppressive blanket of Florida heat. Lucy was carefully choosing spots to sit down on the nature trail and let the sand run through her fingers. She found leaves, flowers, and butterflies and asked me … [Read more...]
Six Reasons to NOT Send Your Son to College
Sure, college isn't for everyone. And as a woman who quit grad school to stay home and have more kids, I completely understand that some women would want to opt out. But, when I read this post, 6 Reasons to NOT Send Your Daughter to College, well, there's simply not time to go into all of the logical fallacies at play there. (And just to be clear, although the author of the post is Catholic, the … [Read more...]
16 Things You Didn’t Know About Me
I just turned 28 on Sunday (I get to share a birthday with Our Lady!), and I thought it would be fun to share a few fun random facts about me that I don't think I've shared before. Because blogs exist so you can blather on about yourself, right? Ahem. 1. Earl Grey is my favorite tea. It reminds me of early mornings researching Old French hagiography for my senior thesis, which I … [Read more...]
Flannery O’Connor’s Violent Grace
I know it's been Flannery central over here lately, but Kendra's post sparked lots of conversations between Daniel and I about why O'Connor is so amazing. Sorry if we're beating a dead horse here, Kendra! I promise to stop with the "please, love Flannery!" posts. But sometimes Daniel writes things that are just too good not to share. So, I hope y'all enjoy a few thoughts on Flannery O'Connor from … [Read more...]
Natural Induction Techniques
Things have been super busy over here, and I can't wait to tell you why (no, I'm not pregnant!). So it's been quiet this week at Carrots. But you can find me over at Mama and Baby Love sharing about 7 Natural Ways to Avoid an Induction. Check it out and tell me if there's anything to add to the list in the comments! And wow! I had a massive belly at the very end of my last pregnancy. And I … [Read more...]
10 Things I Love About Flannery O’Connor
So, Kendra knows I love her (at least I hope she does. Love you, Kendra. Love your blog.) And Kendra isn’t afraid to stir the pot, which is something I really like about her. But I honestly lost sleep over her post about not liking Breaking Bad and Flannery O’Connor. Now, I could care less about Breaking Bad. I’ve seen all of two scenes of it and asked Daniel, “Um….is all of it like that? How … [Read more...]
