Tag Archives: Kids

Wishful Thinking

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Monki

Conversation overheard this Tuesday morning coming from Plum’s room: MK: Wake up honey!  WAKE UP! Plum: Hmmm… MK: Rise and shine! Plum: What day is today?  Is today Saturday or Sunday? I couldn’t hear MK’s response, because I burst out laughing so … Continue reading →

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On The Way To School

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Monki

On the walk to school this morning, as Plum pulled along her heavy roller bag with her right hand, and holding a book that she wanted to read during recess with her left hand, I reached out to hold her hand, not fully registering that both of … Continue reading →

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A Dog, A Magician and Namaste

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Monki

My heart was heavy throughout the day; saddened by what happened in Las Vegas.  Three things that helped this evening.  1. Take my dog for a walk.  The innocent and carefree nature of dogs when you take them out to … Continue reading →

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No, Not Tiger Mom… Dragon Mom!

Posted on April 9, 2017 by Monki

On our six-hour car ride to Mammoth, I busied myself searching for fun songs that we could all enjoy on the radio. Plum: no not that one. Me: how about this one. Plum: how about you don’t play any song … Continue reading →

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Recent Conversation with My Nine-Year-Old

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Monki

On Black Friday: Me, as I stepped in the door after work: Hurry, let’s get to the store before they close today.  They are having a 25% off  Black Friday sale! Plum, reading her book without looking up: But if … Continue reading →

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EATS: Halloween Veggie Delight with Jack-O’-Peppers!

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Monki

EATS: Halloween Veggie Delight Makes 2 servings  Ingredients:  2 orange bell peppers  lettuce  blueberries  carrot sticks dangling fresh herbs: thyme or parsley work well Instead of carving our pumpkins (too much work!) this year, when I saw these gorgeous orange bell … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Should Be On a Monday

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Monki

The day after Mother’s Day is laden with chores that should have been done on Sundays.  You know, the grocery shoppings, house cleaning, weeks-worth of lunch prepping, bascially the various errands done by Mothers on Sundays. I declare that Mother’s … Continue reading →

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Here’s Something for Santa… and His Reindeers

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Monki

Happy holidays, everyone!  May you celebrate this holiday season with those you love and cherish.  And above all, ENJOY it whenever and however you can!  

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Bedtime: Part Deux

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Monki

You know how in the movies, where parents would kiss their child good night, turn off the light, and walk out of the room peacefully undisturbed?  Well, that scene never happens in my house.  Bedtime routine in my house is at … Continue reading →

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Heroes During Bedtime

Posted on November 29, 2015 by Monki

10pm, Plum is still awake, happily chatting, while I desperately wish that she would just fall asleep. Me: Good night, Plum. Plum: Mommy when I grow up I want to make a mark in this world. Me: I see. Plum: … Continue reading →

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