A croupy cough is very distinct; many parents say it sounds like a barking seal. Along with the cough, children often breathe very noisily, or may experience stridor. And because croup causes the throat and windpipe to become inflamed and swollen, little ones with croup often get scared and panicky. In the middle of her coughing attacks, our daughter Catherine would tell us "I can't breathe!" or "I can't swallow!" Sometimes, the coughing was so violent, she would throw up. Catherine is Continue Reading
How to Make a Beautiful Strawberry “Rose” Garnish
My Mother's Day cake needed a pretty garnish, and I had a basket of strawberries just waiting to fill the bill. However, I wanted something different than the usual method of slicing and fanning the berries out. So I Googled around and was struck by one photo in particular; it was a strawberry cut to look like a rose. What a perfect garnish for Mother's Day! After a couple of clumsy attempts, I executed a decent rose to bloom on top of my pineapple cake. Here's the method I used. #1 Pick a Continue Reading
Quick and Easy Ideas for Garden Statues
I love and appreciate beautiful landscaping, but don't have the time or talent to do anything very elaborate. Fortunately, if you have a nice focal piece to work with like a lovely statue, monument or bird bath, the setting is not too difficult to execute. Here are a few outdoor shrines we spotted in our local community. The fourth photo shows how a family simply placed a statue of Christ in the crook of an old tree for a very nice effect. A few more from local neighborhoods: With just Continue Reading
Paper Dolls: Will I Ever Grow Up?
My sisters and I spent hours making paper dolls when we were young. Drawing the doll was the most difficult part and so my mother usually took care of that part; she's a very accomplished artist. But once we had our dolls printed out and pasted onto sturdy cardstock, the fun commenced! And we had all types of paper dolls - cute little girls, fashionable young ladies, eligible bachelors (of course) and even animals like rabbits and bears. I've saved most of the paper dolls from my girlhood. These Continue Reading
When a Child Needs You All Night….and All Morning
Erik has hit his first growth spurt. Just two weeks old, he wanted to nurse almost on the hour last night and through the morning. I know there's a good reason for this; the demand will help increase my supply. But needless to say, I'm a bit groggy today....and sore. My new mama breastfeeding blister was just beginning to heal but after the marathon last night......ouch! And I feel like I was basically robbed of any meaningful sleep. But, of course, it's up and at 'em the next morning, no matter Continue Reading
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