2009
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2009 8:09 AM
We’re up by Calvin’s cranky. Not sure if he wants more food or just to be held. I’m trying to eat breakfast.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2009 8:11 AM
Last night the cat slashed my pumping tubes. Fixed them up with a little tape but off to Boulder for new ones today.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2009 8:13 AM
However, the store doesn’t open till 10. First should I walk or nap? Naps are seductive but walking usually makes me feel better.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2009 8:18 AM
Well . . . I haven’t gotten my 8 hrs of sleep yet so I think napping will win. If it’s a disaster, I’ll know for next time.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2009 9:38 AM
The cats were yowling and Calvin was muttering so the nap was a lost cause. Just got back from walking. Now to shower before Calvin wakes.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2009 11:16 AM
I’m afraid Calvin is learning the snack method. Lots of little meals. He just had 3oz of milk (+1 while breastfeeding) and is refusing more.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2009 11:43 AM
I’m off to Boulder to pick up new tubes.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2009 1:20 PM
Well, that was less successful than I hoped. I had to buy a whole new kit.
2010
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2010 2:13 PM
Finished cleaning the carpets just in time to pick-up Calvin from daycare :)
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2010 2:36 PM
From daycare “Calvin enjoyed listening to Beth Epley tell stories today!”
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2010 2:50 PM
Somehow Calvin managed to get an impressive amount of food in his shoe at daycare today.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2010 3:20 PM
I love my kitchen scale :)
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2010 3:45 PM
Just as I finished making Calvin’s lunch for daycare I remembered he’s not going to daycare tomorrow.
2011
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2011 7:32 AM
I woke up to the pitter-patter of rain. Such a good way to wake up :)
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2011 7:37 AM
The cats inform me it’s my fault it’s raining outside and I should do something about it.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2011 3:30 PM
Well, I was planning to take Calvin to story time tonight except he skipped nap.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2011 3:31 PM
From daycare: “Calvin built a large tower with our lego blocks this morning and then we knocked it down for fun.”
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2011 7:41 PM
Decided to risk story time at the library and Calvin did very well even without an afternoon nap.
2012
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2012 10:15 PM
Calvin had a real conversation with Grandma this afternoon on the phone.
2014
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2014 8:11 PM
Shopping with Calvin is exhausting.
2015
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2015 1:21 PM
To access my cookbooks I have to carefully time my way between the baby swing and the piano. Makes me think of Galaxy Quest.
2016
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2016 6:55 PM
Julian did wake up last night but no bottle! So he went from 6pm to 6:45am without eating!!
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2016 8:07 PM
I will never understand why it takes financial institutions SO LONG to do anything with electronic transactions.
2017
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2017 7:24 AM
It was a bad decision to listen to the news on my drive down to Mountain View.
[When asked if I arrived safely, give the news:]
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2017 6:40 PM
I did eventually realize this and switched to the local Bollywood station.
2018
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2018 10:34 AM
Tip: never, ever look under the couch.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2018 12:57 PM
Where we got lucky: Julian picked an orange shirt to wear to the Koret Children’s Quarter Playground.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2018 1:48 PM
Calvin on the carousel.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2018 1:49 PM
Julian on a tiger.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2018 2:31 PM
Julian is insisting on hugging every tree on Lee Ave. I think he’ll be fine in Seattle.
Ted “Theodore” Logan @calvinsdad May 12, 2018 3:49 PM
You’ll never be able to walk anywhere because he will hug every tree.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2018 4:01 PM
Well, that is a valid concern.
2019
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2019 7:46 PM
My computer is dead :(
2020
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2020 10:34 AM
Calvin’s real life lesson for today: how to submit a polite and informative technical ticket while keeping expectations low.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 13, 2020 9:14 AM
Today’s life lesson is how to deal with tech ticket responses that are unlikely to be helpful.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2020 4:49 PM
Julian is sulking because I am refusing to let him shuffle cards face up.
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2020 6:56 PM
I made Almond Flour thumbprint cookies with strawberry jam in order to use up my almond flour and they were really, really good: https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/gluten-free-almond-flour-cookies-recipe
Tempted to buy more almond flour to make them again but I will try to resist :)
Kiesa @spreadsheetmom May 12, 2020 8:05 PM
I have ordered an office chair. Both Calvin and I need one, we’re currently using dining room chairs, but I’ve been procrastinating. I’ve ordered one for both of us to try out, I’m a little worried we’re too short. I’m crossing my fingers.