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DIY: Oversized Desk
Matt and I have finally consolidated Henry and Tate into one room (more about that on another day). It now means we have a bonafide office and guest room!
We wanted an extra long desk to accommodate both of us. Here’s how we did it:We ordered:- three of these for the ends and middle of our table
- the 98″ version of this countertop
- two of these chairs
It actually worked out! Yes, I say that with a bit of surprise. We had trouble finding examples of this on Pinterest. I was looking for a step-by-step of which countertop to buy and which filing cabinets to use. I can usually … Read More
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Building an Anti-Bias, Anti-Racist World
We have so much work to do to build a world that values and appreciates everyone, regardless of their differences.On a day designated to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., I want to also honor the countless other individuals who have demonstrated awe-inspiring courage and integrity to fight for a world where there is liberty, justice, and joy for all.A few ideas for all of us as we undertake this work together:- I love the Racing Race Conscious Children website. It includes amazing resources, such as a list of 100 Race-Conscious Things You Can Say to Children to Advance Racial Justice.
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Food Sensitivity Update: Oy!
So, it looks like we’ve got quite a lot of food sensitivities around here. I took Henry (age 5) and Tate (age 3) to the Wellness Clinic at People’s Pharmacy to be tested. I wanted to test Henry because he has issues with self-regulation and calming, and I wanted to get Tate tested because he has eczema on his arms and face, and I didn’t want to start applying steroid cream like his pediatrician recommended.It turns out that the test revealed food sensitivities that might be connected to the issues they are having. Henry needs to eliminate eggs, gluten, peanuts, and pineapple. A sensitivity to gluten in particular is… Read More
