Apparently today is Easter. I completely forgot. Until five days ago, anyway. I mean, yes, I’ve seen ads for Easter, and promotions, and decorations. My mom was even talking about making a bunny cake and coloring eggs this weekend with … Continue reading 3+ME: Random acts of kindness don’t have to include snacks (but it’s nice when they do)
The world is full of beliefs, and we want the kids to understand that In a dark world ruled by dragons, a band of heroes comes to the rescue of hundreds of imprisoned humans. The heroes try to persuade the … Continue reading 3+ME: Fantasy, faith, and the trouble with church (part 2)
When you’re torn in different religious directions, what’s an Adult With Kids to do? Concert lights. Video games. A coffee shop complete with lattes, pastries and comfy seating. One doesn’t usually associate these things with a place of worship. But … Continue reading 3+ME: Coffee, faith and the trouble with church (part 1)
I made the mistake of watching a few episodes of “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.” And I was inspired — not to organize my closets and get rid of things that don’t “spark joy” — but to teach my stepkids … Continue reading 3+ME: The secret and illegal art of Option B
Being an Adult With Kids can be magical. Really, it can. Some days, your miniature humans can make any day feel like a weekend, a carefree space full of innocence and fun. You can almost picture playful little unicorns leaping … Continue reading 3+ME: Not all unicorns and rainbows
Ever walked the wrong way on an escalator? I haven’t. (Yet.) Mostly because I don’t want to get in the way of someone else who’s riding the escalator the proper way. But I can’t say I haven’t thought about it. … Continue reading 3+ME: Walk the wrong way on the escalator
Loosen up a little when it comes to rules. Or don’t. “Not intended for sleeping.” That’s what the tag said. I did a double take, holding a pint-sized pair of stretchy, sparkly teal sweatpants, staring at the words printed next … Continue reading 3+ME: Pants not made for sleeping
