National Anthem
The Olympics have started, and my kids are totally invested for the first time. I think this is awesome. We watched the opening ceremonies from our condo on the beach, and I fondly remembered watching...
View ArticleChloe Lou Retton
A while back, Chloe took gymnastics for a couple of months. She was. . . not exactly a natural, and it was kind of expensive, so we dropped it. Last fall, she convinced us she was ready to start back....
View ArticleIn LONDON, Angland
We're watching the Olympics. They are in London, England. Chip and I are unable to stop ourselves from doing the following:When someone on TV says "England," one of us says, "Angland?" and the other...
View ArticleFirst Day
Chloe marched into first grade like she owns the place this morning. Little girls rushed up to hug her as soon as she walked in, and she didn't look back. For a minute I was concerned because most of...
View ArticlePlay Ball!
This year, Connor played baseball for GSL. The folks at Idlewild mean well, but they just don't have enough volunteers to run a great program. And I'm not willing to volunteer, so I'm not judging. I...
View ArticleWeek One
Connor has been happy with his class, despite the lack of BFFs. (Also, he didn't have any night terrors associated with the start of school this year, last week or this week. It's been crazy!) He...
View ArticleOops! Week Two
Did I let the whole week slip by without saying hi? That's because this is the week when it all caught up with us. I am dragging! I've let two weeks of getting up early go by without really putting...
View ArticleAll the Things She Said
"I've never had Taco Bell, but it looks DELICIOUS!"-while watching a Taco Bell commercial"Is somebody winning?"-while watching a basketball game"I've always wanted to ride in a submarine!"-apropos of...
View ArticleTacky Day!
In an awesome break from the monotony of school uniforms, today at school was Tacky Day!Yes, yes they are the same height now.
View ArticleWeekend
The kids went to Nashville this weekend to hang out with their grandparents. Chip and I were home alone! What does one do when there are no kids to take care of? Good question! Let me answer it for...
View ArticleThat's Entertainment
Friday night was movie (and hot fudge sundae) night for Team Chockleyblog. OF COURSE, Connor and Chloe stood at the Redbox for several hours arguing over what to rent. (This is why we got the movie...
View ArticleA Memphis Day
Saturday was gorgeous, so we spent it outside. First we went to Rock for Love 6 in Overton Square, to get some lunch and see what was happening. Then we ran over to Rhodes for an hour or so to check...
View ArticleFair Day
Memphis City School kids are out on the town today while the teachers have an in-service day. I've heard so many people say, "A day off? Already?" like this is the craziest thing ever. But we've always...
View ArticleYoung Tony Danza
Chloe wants to participate in a lot of extra-curricular activities these days. Sadly, we don't have the time or money to do gymnastics, Tae Kwon Do, AND dance (to name just a few) while Connor is...
View ArticleThe Two Front Teeth Saga
About a month ago, Chloe's two front teeth were perilously loose. One of them was even sticking out at a 45 degree angle. She did not want them touched.We happened to have a dentist appointment, for a...
View ArticleOctober Mists
Is there anything more timeless than frolicking with the garden hose?In late October, it's a little odd. But it wasn't my idea...
View ArticleSick Day
The next time someone has the sniffles and says, "Oh, it's just a cold, no big deal," they are lying to you. It's either not a cold, or it IS a big deal. I have a cold right now, and it is AWFUL, like...
View ArticleHalloween
As some of you may know, Halloween has always been a weird holiday in our house. This is because Connor hates dressing up. He has no flair for it, and only picks a totally pre-made costume with the...
View ArticleClick!
The annual pumpkin patch session was rather... difficult this year. Who am I kidding. It's difficult every year. These kids just act a fool every time we do this. Here's the winner this year:... and...
View ArticleThe Inadvertent Hipster
A couple of Saturdays ago, Chloe and I were stopped at the light at Tillman and Summer, just like we are any number of days a week. And as always, I eyed the "HOT TAMALES SMOKED TENDER TURKEY LEGS"...
View ArticleThanksgiving
Last Sunday, we kicked off our holiday season with the traditional making of the ravioli. As always, it was a great time. Chloe worked hard this year, and even let me help her a little bit. I didn't...
View ArticleBooks of 2012
I feel like I almost never read books when they come out. There are several reasons for this, the most important of which is that hardcover books are too expensive. But also, I haven't been one to...
View ArticleChloe Wins Zoo Lights
On Friday, we went to Zoo Lights with Chip's parents. When we first walked in, we heard the announcement that Magic Mr. Nick would be taking the stage in five minutes. As you might remember, we love...
View ArticleIt's In the Mail
I just today mailed our holiday cards. We are the people who still stuff a real picture into a card, we all sign the card, and I hand address the envelopes. I don't know what's wrong with me- maybe...
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