The Daily B
Storytelling and Misadventures
June 21, 2018
7
She's suddenly doing seven-year-old things. Dancing to popular music. Rolling her eyes. Saying things that stop me in my tracks for their depth and insight. We're reading chapter books as quickly as we can get our hands on them and enjoying the stories together. Little...
June 21, 2018
a vegetable garden in the desert
It's taken a few years of getting used to the climate, but we're finally feeling brave enough to try growing our own veggies. While many parts of the country are winding down their gardening season, ours is ramping up. High temps are dipping below 100...
June 21, 2018
this week, a taste of forever
B just sneaked into the pantry, reached behind the jars of pasta and spices and emerged with the TV remote control. I flash her a sly grin that says, I see you. I know who you are, big sister, outsmarting your little brother. I did those...
June 21, 2018
a few thoughts on burying your goldfish
There are parenting moments you prepare for. You read books, talk with other parents, research and form opinions. Breastfeeding. Potty training. Screen time. Discipline. Helicopter vs. free-range. Even before you hold your first child, you think about these things. Then, there are other moments also common...
