Gae Tricia Lott Williford April 26, 2013 1 Comment She hovered next to our table, as if she were at the deli counter, perusing her options, waiting for a… Read more
Barnyard Synonyms Tricia Lott Williford April 24, 2013 4 Comments “Guys, we have a new rule. When we talk about girls, we will not use any words that also… Read more
Verbatim Tricia Lott Williford April 17, 2013 1 Comment I straightened my hair a few days ago. I do this a couple of times a year, and it always… Read more
His Two Cents Tricia Lott Williford April 14, 2013 1 Comment A little boy left a love note and two pennies on my pillow. Read more
Top Heavy Tricia Lott Williford April 12, 2013 1 Comment I climbed into the top bunks to wake them today. “Mommy, I’m so surprised you could climb up here.” “Well,… Read more
After Midnight Tricia Lott Williford April 9, 2013 2 Comments It’s tough to weigh the benefits of BandAids against the anxiety of taking them off. I remember deciding in my… Read more
Meet the New Sheriff in Town: Fierce Momma Bear Tricia Lott Williford April 6, 2013 12 Comments Well, this was a single parenting first. The boys were playing with two of the girls in the neighborhood, jumping… Read more
A Lady and Gents Tricia Lott Williford April 2, 2013 6 Comments The boys each brought a friend home from school today. Tyler invited a little girl, and he honored her as… Read more
Tweak the Theory Tricia Lott Williford April 2, 2013 3 Comments There is a theory that says a parent should teach a child: you are so important, unique, and irreplaceable, that… Read more
Fun Is Too My Thing Tricia Lott Williford March 27, 2013 4 Comments “Mommy, it just seems like fun isn’t really your thing.” Well, not everyone has always thought so, kiddo. I’m sorry… Read more
It’s Time To Be Brave Tricia Lott Williford March 26, 2013 1 Comment She was volunteering as a classroom mom on the day when the reptiles came to visit. The reptologist brought her… Read more
Blue Grey Tricia Lott Williford March 24, 2013 1 Comment I threaded a needle and mended Tyler’s blanket tonight. And that’s so much of a big deal, I can’t even… Read more
Except for that Second Part Tricia Lott Williford March 19, 2013 4 Comments “Do you guys know what we are going to do today? We are going to be strong and courageous. We… Read more
Sicker Than Me Tricia Lott Williford March 18, 2013 No Comments I needed a day to myself. A day when I would simply set aside the list, even if I felt… Read more
Hellos and Goodbyes Tricia Lott Williford March 11, 2013 3 Comments I bought a new pair of shoes for Tuck. He loves them. They’ll carry him swiftly down the soccer field… Read more
2013 take away 1776 Tricia Lott Williford March 8, 2013 5 Comments “The lights are out at the park. Nobody is playing there.” “Yes, that’s because it’s night time, and the park… Read more
Whatever You Do Tricia Lott Williford March 7, 2013 4 Comments “Good night, Mommy. Whatever you do, don’t come upstairs to see if I’m messing around.” Read more
Scissors and Sharpies Tricia Lott Williford March 2, 2013 5 Comments Once upon a time, two little boys got scissors out of the art bucket and cut their hair after bedtime.… Read more
Caller ID: First Grade Tricia Lott Williford February 28, 2013 3 Comments “Mommy, I’m just calling to tell you… I don’t miss you right now.” Read more
The Power of Suggestion Tricia Lott Williford February 18, 2013 6 Comments “Can I jump with you guys on the trampoline?” “Sure, Mommy. We can jump together. Just don’t break it.” “I’ll… Read more
