by Michelle Lasley | Mar 17, 2014 | One a Day, Post a Day 2014
We had an adventurous week. We’re still struggling with this midnight schedule. Spring has sprung further. Pinewood Derby required a lot of attention, and it amounted to a lot of lessons learned. For example, we could benefit from a drill press to assure we get...
by Michelle Lasley | Mar 10, 2014 | Family, One a Day, Post a Day 2014, The Balancing Act
This week, we just got by. Peter started his new schedule. Seven years after working at TriMet, we have finally been besieged by the dreaded midnight schedule. In large part due to TriMet management’s refusal to understand scope of work and fail to fill 7...
by Michelle Lasley | Nov 22, 2013 | Family, One a Day, Post a Day 2013
The thought occurred to me today that, now six days before Thanksgiving, I should theme the next few days of writing. Each day, I should consider something I am thankful for. Now, that I am home, considering writing, I thought since there are six days left, perhaps I...
by Michelle Lasley | Sep 23, 2013 | Family, One a Day, Post a Day 2013
“Don’t do that,” I scolded Levi as he tried to crash into me with one of his attack hugs. “Why not?” he asked. “Because, I’m all topsy-turvy.” “What do you mean, ‘topsy-turvy’?” he queried....
by Michelle Lasley | Sep 17, 2013 | Family, One a Day, Post a Day 2013
Day two of days is complete. The dishes are done. The lunches are prepped. The coffee is programmed. Some of the laundry is folded, the dishwasher is loaded. I am loving day two. One of the hardest things to do is come home from work – having anticipated needs,...