Aidan returned from camp yesterday. She had the time of her life—playing in a “river”, making s’mores over the giant campfire, going to bed at 11pm, and learning new songs. I asked what the best part of camp was. She said, very enthusiastically, “bedtime!”

When I asked why, she replied that her cabin had eight […]

I can smell the Coppertone. I see us at the local kiddie amusement park, Heritage Square, baking in the shadeless lines so the kids can ride the Mixer. Another summer of sidewalk chalk and popsicle-stained patios (and hands) and the phrase “we’re grilling again tonight”. Another summer of thinking I can make it to […]