Sewing machines make me cry, you guys. It is a proven fact. Every September when the children start discussing Halloween costumes, I break out in hives. There is always a 100 percent chance that one or both of their costumes will require some amount of sewing. You may ask me: Jenn, why, in this digital … Continue reading Sewing with anxiety
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Let’s DIY it but also go to a hotel…
Today, my oldest son said to me, "When are we going to finish the playhouse?" "Someday," I said. "But what day?" "Well, it will take more that one day." "Aww, but I want to finish it in one day." "OK. Should I go and hire a crew of people to help us with this?" "Yes." … Continue reading Let’s DIY it but also go to a hotel…
Letters from Florence, part 5
9-15-2018 9:38 p.m. Dearest, It’s too soon for cabin fever to rear its ugly head and yet I find myself getting annoyed at small things. The co-captain washed his hands in the sink and instead of immediately grabbing a towel, first chose to fling water off himself. “You got your hand-water in my socca batter,” … Continue reading Letters from Florence, part 5