Category: Mama

  • Aisling’s Song

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Five Hundred Nine] From The Secret of Kells composed by Bruno Coulais and sung by Christen Mooney. There is nothing in this life but mist,And we will only be alive,for a short time.

  • Zoe Passed

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Five Hundred Eight] I’m not really ready to write about this. It just happened yesterday. We’re still mourning. I’m sure I’ll be able to write more soon, but for today, I need a moment of silence.

  • “There’s No Such Thing As The Tooth Fairy.”

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Sixty Three] This past Christmas, First Minion looked at us and, with absolute conviction, said, “There’s no such thing as Santa Claus. It’s just you and Papa.” Me: “….what.” First Minion: “My friend told me her Mama told her.” Me: “…which friend?” First Minion: “[Adorable Best Friend]” Me: “Ah.”…

  • Moving Back to the States: English

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Forty Seven] In case you hadn’t heard, we’re moving back to the States. And. The twins speak ONLY Dutch. The other night as I was tucking them in, it occurred to me that I should push the English thing a bit more – hilarity ensued. But first the news:…

  • Sucked

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Forty Four] I was recovering from the Janssen shot, P was sick with #NotCOVID and the kids were energetic, joyful, and a bit aggressive. And we started packing. #ThisIsFine

  • Posts

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Thirty Five] A friend reached out the other day, “Hey, you still managing? Haven’t seen a blog post in a bit. Not that I cyber stalk you or anything.” And they’re right. I’m not okay. This whole OMG WE’RE MOVING TO AMERICA IN AUGUST thing is really running me…

  • I’m Kinda Scared To Post This, If I’m Honest

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Twenty Eight] This week has been…. fine. I’m fine. The kids are fine. Mostly. The house has not burned down. I’m just as shocked as you are. But first the news: Brussels, MEPs agree compromise deal on EU coronavirus travel permit Many teachers worried about full reopening of secondary…

  • P!nk + Willow Sage Hart // “Cover Me In Sunshine”

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Twenty Seven] Stream / Download // https://smarturl.it/CMIS Connect with P!NK: https://tiktok.com/@pinkofficial https://facebook.com/pink https://twitter.com/pink https://instagram.com/pink https://pinkspage.com

  • Leander

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Twenty One] I know I know – so so sorry. #NotSorry It’s a really intense time over here in #LeanderLand these days. And, yeah, still not time for the big reveal, but in the midst of all the chaos, my partner is flying to the States for work. For…

  • Well, Pewp

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Sixteen] Happy Mother’s Day to all the mamas and papas and family people in the world including YOU. Yes, I see you. Today is all about family. And if you don’t have a mama for any reason whatsoever, I’m here for you. Let me know how Mama Rain can…

  • Happy Mother’s Day Eve!

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Fifteen] Also known as one of two solid reasons why May is MY month. FYI – May is mine. The other reason is that it’s my birthday month. FYI – it’s my birthday month. But first the news: Police put an end to protest against coronavirus measures in Barneveld…

  • Yes, I’m Listening, Leander

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Four Hundred Seven] I have a mild headache almost every day. I’m scratching off my nail polish quite often. And then repainting it. Zits are breaking out all over. Sleep is terrible. And, yeah, I’m Super Crankypants McGee. I might be a BIT stressed. But first the news: Three-month curfew generates…