GF Menu Swap & Meal Plan Monday 9-22 through 9-26

We have a wickedly busy week ahead of us.  This week boasts for three gym nights, two evenings of meetings until 6PM and “Open House” at school.  Of all my ‘extra curricular’ activities, the “Open House” freaks me out the most.  Oh MAN, do I get nervous speaking in front of adults!  Ah well, every [...]

Memories of Lavender and Rosemary

Lavender and Rosemary, originally uploaded by Kate Chan. After only 4 days of classes, I am still feeling awash with the 155 (!!!) faces and names to learn. And the kids are still feeling out their new teachers. Just the way it is. No matter what grade level or course – there is always time [...]

Gluten Free, Baked Falafel

Gluten Free, Baked Falafel, originally uploaded by Kate Chan. Today we had one of our “at home” interviews for our home study for adoption. Our time line is picking up the pace QUICKLY! We will be finishing the immigration paperwork and waiting for our referral soon. We expect a “referral” (or child match) by early [...]

Building a Family

Many of you read my blogger-buddies blogs too. (Steve and Ginger) They are two of the most kind-hearted people I will truly ever have the gracious luck of knowing. They have encouraged me to tell a little of this story here (I’m a little shy, believe it or not.). So, I’m not only going to [...]