These were back-to-back posts and that the pope is a Chicagoan? perfection.

I usually spend the toasting time willing it to be over, which switches the rage from ::gestures wildly:: to the tummy grumbles

does the time while it toasts also count as a reprieve or just the eating part?

reclaiming toe jam for the youths

I MEAN. Boot legos are just as dangerous. And you should always shake out your shoes if it's been awhile. Once the toddler decided that my sneakers were a great place for blueberries.

Do we need to be embarrassed or should we joyfully embrace the cringe and expose the children to the classics?

Something to Write Home About, aka a prominent part of the soundtrack to my angsty high school years.

Colby did this too. Holding you jointly responsible.

“Mama, I want go outside and play winter with you”