You guys!!  Henry talks!! He’s been talking for a while now, but he’s really started to speak more and more and more, and it’s so exciting!  He even has sentences!  Well, okay, one sentence.  And it’s in Finnish, but nevermind. The sentence is: “Vaari on mökillä.”  (Grandpa is at the

Yesterday was a momentous day in the history of Finland.  My children’s children’s children will hold May 15, 2012 up as a day to be remembered and celebrated for all of time.  Someday, we will find it hard to believe we ever lived in a time BEFORE May 15, 2012

So, here’s how it’s going to go down. First, I’m going to finish this final slice of Lovebird Pie. Then I’m going to wake up tomorrow and head to Starbuck’s for their Grand Opening and a Salty Caramel Latte. And THEN I’m giving up sugar again. It’s not so much

If my kids and husband are ever looking to top this Mothers’ Day, they’re going to have to pull out all the stops. Because this has been the best day for a long time. For starters, everyone slept in their designated beds last night all night long.  AND both kids