Other Places: Week Of September 1

The kids were back to school this week and it reminded me of that one time I tried to get things done while I punched myself in the face and my goodness it was distracting! Then I decided to stop. Suddenly, I could concentrate!

True, the kids didn't punch me in the face this summer but kids, even the most adorable, well behaved and exceeding intelligent kids don't really give a shit if you have stuff you'd like to do.

Little known fact: Kids are selfish! Who knew?

Here's what I got done this week:

At the Buzz Off I found some lunchbox inspiration. I was so inspired, on Wednesday I night I made pancake batter and whipped up pancakes for breakfast. (It was my way of saying, "Hey, thanks for not punching me in the face. Have a great day!") I wrapped the extras in aluminum foil with a small container of applesauce for dipping and sent them to school.

At Mighty Junior I closed out a list of 15 Perfect Gifts For Two Year Olds and we had Chris Jordan, from Notes From The Trenches, share a few of her favorite things.

Mighty Haus is still exceedingly fun to shop for. Mustaches aren't dead yet are they? Because I still love them in all forms. (A reader sent me the link to those glasses and I can't find the note to say, "Thanks!" So...."Thanks!") Also, check out these little woodpeckers that attach to your file boxes. They're such a funny little touch for the office. I need them.

Comments

[Kate]

Pancakes for lunch. Good idea!

[HeatherK]

Just had a duh! moment there on the pancake idea. Stealing that one and claiming it as my own! So is there a Mighty list for little boy toys for moms who have only had girls and are overrun by princess crap? That would be helpful. My son thanks you in advance! :-P

[HouseofJules]

Pancakes for lunch? Best mom ever!
Jules
House of Jules

[far and away]

Hysterical woodpeckers, and an actual German site. "inkl. 19% MwSt." means including 19% sales tax, true my fellow Americans, but so worth it.

[Michelle]

Pancakes dipped in applesauce is a new one on me. I'm a butter and syrup girl, although I have heard of smearing them with peanut butter.