Category Archives: Food

Re-entering the ring: Stella the Spella!

Posted on April 4, 2011 by

Just a few small updates for now. Stella can spell her name and delights in doing so. I’m extremely proud of her, as you can imagine. I suspect she’ll start spelling other words soon. She’s making a habit of quickly … Continue reading →

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Proud of my veggie rebel

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

One of the many reasons to shop at PCC (Natural Markets), besides tons of carefully selected fresh, local organic produce? Their Kid Fruit Program, described on their website as “Free fruit for kids! Kids ages 12 and under can choose … Continue reading →

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All atwitter about bread, cheese, and other foods toddlers sometimes forget to reject

Posted on April 26, 2010 by

Stella’s best buddy is a sweetie-pie of a kid who sits peacefully in his high chair (or even a shopping cart) for long stretches. He is breastfed. He happily and without urging will eat anything that his very dedicated and … Continue reading →

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Confident mom interview #2: Jennifer of Sweet Futility

Posted on February 3, 2010 by

I’d like to introduce you to my cousin Jennifer. There are a few things you should know about her. First off, she’s really, really smart. Or as they say in Massachusetts, where she lives and where I’m from, “wicked smaht.” … Continue reading →

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Let them eat sugar

Posted on January 20, 2010 by

I took newly 17-month-old Stella out for ice cream last week. Just me and her. There was no special occasion other than “mama needs ice cream NOW.”  We headed out on foot at around 7pm to sneak in our treat … Continue reading →

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