One’s children, just as beings, are (mostly) something totally indescribable (in a good way). And then they start reading. To experience when one’s child starts to master the art of reading, can not really be described in words. When a combination of signs turn into sounds, turn into meaning is magic. You can actually see your…
Category: Parenting
…and the good guys
I have the feeling that sometimes, maybe to a majority, I express somewhat negative opinions here. Strong minded opinions of when people are doing wrong (according Law of Louise). It might be natural that I have a bigger need to express myself when I things are tough. Therefore it is not more than right, that…
A promise
What did happen to a promise/agreement? Are those things nolonger worth anything unless accompanied with a 100+ pages contract, where the loss of money is the threat you stand in front of. Rules? Can these be broken just because there are no justice system that will investigate and maybe send u off to jail? Should…
Soccer dude
The one of the two brothers who got to go to his sports event this week-end was the little one. It was the late ending of last season and the kick-off of this year’s. Everyone got a trophy, thank the lord!!! The younger ones were pretty fast getting that statue from the coach, like there…
Not so good
Little things can tick (do one still use that word in modern US english…) as much as being wrong. I have no problem acknowledge when I do on the other hand I rarely have to ;), ’cause I keep shut when I am unsure. Today was Sam’s first real am. football practice. As the club…
And the winner is…
… ME! I provide my self with the mother of the year award. The motivation says: “Louise gets the award, not because she is perfect, never yells or can flawlessly act in such a way that she secures that her children never doubts their self-worth. No, Louise gets the award because she tries and foremost…
Love and attention
I decided that my blog should get some more love and attention. Been a weak fall for blogging. But one can always change and make better, right? So to start a new header. My favourite pics from our US trip this fall. What a day (and trip) we had. Even we had to do our…
So where was I?!
Apparently it started on 2008, at least in the US. I can not believe that I have missed it, for 4 long years. I had to ask me where I was. And after not too long mind search I realized I was in the potty training period… and that was of course why. Why I…
Slowly
The days after Christmas (as well as Christmas) has been slow. Positively slow, wonderful days where not much is being done at all (except catching up 5 seasons of Sons of Anarchy). As I am pretty good at doing nothing normally, I am thinking that I should be stepping up and do something. And then,…
Christmas getting closer
Christmas is getting closer. I love this time of year, thee Christmas tree will move in this week-end. I think I love this time because I am a sucker for having it cosy. Lit candles and a fire in the fireplace (preferably with snowstorms outside) all this . To create a warm and safe feeling…
Stockholm part III
We are waiting at the airport to board our plane. Full snow storm in southwest… Stockholm have been great showing herself from her best side. Christmas market at Skansen – spectacular the snow surley helped. Dirty Dancing the musical was good but not outstanding as I thought, but sure the music will always be the…
Stockholm part II
So, Sam and I (Fabian choice this week-end to become sick, so Sam was forced to accompany me) arrived safely in a snowy Stockholm. We (or I) had booked a ghost walk in Gamla stan. OK, but not especially scarry. But to do it in knee deep snow and with more coming was brilliant. What…
1st Advent
I have just returned home after a visit at the movies with my boys and a friend of Sam’s. The five legends, good. I love the sound of my boys laughing straight out. The kind of laughter which far from cultivate, but straight from the heart. Now I have pimped the house with the final…
Ache
Kids will be kids, but it is not OK that one is bullied (with ever so “small” things) so he feels that it is better to be alone. It is not OK at all. I try to get a perspective on it but the mummy heart aches :(.
The best day of the week
I would love to be able to title this post “My favourite time of the day”. But let’s face it, we are not there yet. But it happens at least once a week now and it is a real pleasure. My HUSBAND and I sit at while longer after dinner and talk when the boys…
Dolphins
As I mentioned before, we spent one day (or half of one) during our Key West stay, dolphin watching. Unfortunately (or not) our first arrangements with captain Sheri at Wild about dolphins got cancelled due to illness in the family. But she arranged for us to go with captain John at Dolphin watch instead. What…
T -24 days
Yes, it might be a bit over the top, I agree, especially since we just returned from the States. But I want to treat my boys equal. Not saying I should treat them the same, they are two different individuals and need different support in life. But I do not want to give more more…
We DO have the power
Your opinion IS important and you should share it, because you can make a difference. To cut to the chase and make a long story short. We have speed bumps in the street infront of our house. They have not really worked but during the summer the changed them (twice) and made the traffic situation…
Pontus Höök & formal wedding pics
We did not invite anyone to our wedding, but as we wanted you to be able to share it with us, in one way or another, we invited Pontus Höök. Pontus is a Swedish NYC based photographer. His editorial style, totally opposite my own romantic, is one of the reasons I love his pictures and…
20 yrs later
In June next year we have been together for 20 yrs. We celebrate it in advance wih a rooftop wedding in DA city. New York. To our help we had Pontus Höök, who took this picture and like a million more. So looking forward to see the resultat of his job. Read his blog here….
… And by the way
As my last post stated. We have turned pages and start off fresh. But do really my sons think I turned 78… But it is the thought that counts right?
And everything is forgotten
Yesterday’s not so appreciated celebration of my birth was forgotten today.
True happiness
True happiness might be hard to find. But when you do, it is simple. Like the fact that both of your children enjoy school and seem to be follow without any trouble. I am blessed!
Yesterday
Yesterday, was mine and Sam’s date night. To tell the truth it was more me wanting it then he needing it. After dinner, somewhat stressed we went to Rock the ballet, a little less prestigious form of ballet with different rock classics. Sam liked it a lot. He got somewhat bored in end of the…
Tick tock
It is getting late and a new working week starts tomorrow. Was shooting some pics today, and I am soooooo pleased over the result. Not so pleasing was the total melt down our oldest, who I had a fantastic great date with the other night, had just before dinner. I guess that is life. Good…
Our soccerplayer
I had some old pics laying on the desktop, that I better share for the world. If you would like to see him in action I have this clip to show you on youtube.
Shame
Just finished watching “Bully”. Screw all adults wherever in our society, who does not take a loud and active stand against any form of bullying. How small it might seem. SHAME on you!
To see
It is so easy. In theory. To be a parent. All they need is to be seen. To be confirmed. I am happy and proud that I have fund my way, in my everyday. Don’t missunderstand, my children don’t get there will through. Quite the opposite. But I respect their feelings.
Date night
Yes, I know. A date night is supposed to be with your husband/wife/partner. But on Saturday I will have one with my oldest. I am taking Sam to the theatre watch a dance show. He would like to be able to do cool dance moves but no real desire to learn himself. But I still…
The good parent and all that
Life, what an exhausting little journey. During my years as a mother, I have come to the conclusion that it is my role, as a parent, to coach my sons after their personal conditions and character. I have also decided that I shall do this in a way that strengthens them and not by, the…
Who would have known
It should be obvious, especially since my last post was about my children getting older, that so do I. On the other hand I am not really up for the small but still irritating ailments that comes with age. Like bunions (sorry for the intimate sharing). Oh lord, what they hurt! Why wasn’t I told?…
OMG!
On our way to the store this afternoon F, the little one, starting to sound words on his brother’s Donald Duck magazine. WHAT?! WHEN?! HOW?! and WHY?! My babies, my small babies are getting big and so soon!
Practice makes perfect
Words can probably not describe the Mr’s happiness that at least one of his offsprings have taken football to his heart (at least for now). Ever so often they go into the garden to practice. Fabians shots has become better, both stronger and more precision. I see the dream in the Mr’s eyes. One day…
I am on
Just so u know. I am at instagram. Follow me at @lopo2001.
What a day
It’s been awfully quite here the last week/weeks… I have started the new assignment to make the internal communication platform for the Outdoor launch (starting February) and apparently it is taking the better out of me :). I got a late (app. 1 year) sneak peek of the range the other day and I like…
Time flies
Had a party booked and no babysitter… What to do, what to do. Why not leave the kiddos at home alone for a while… Said and done and went perfect! I am home now and shortly thereafter they fell asleep. My boys ate getting big! 💜
School
Today school started. Fabian was all in as it was his first day at school. Sam was more reluctant if still positive. When the day ended it was quite alright anyway.
Why I am happy
There are many reasons to be happy. I have found mine. And here they are:
Right here, right now
We’re at Nimis. Just for the record, I am so happy.
Today
A pic (or two) say more than a 1000 words.
Windy Varberg
Today’s outing was Varberg. And what a windy day it was. Perfect for surfers. We saw a number of kite surfers hitting the waves. The destination for our execursion was Varberg fortress. We ran out of time for the vampire exhibition :(, but the Bockstens man and a dramatized tour of the fortress we did….
Thunder
One week gone, two weeks to go. Wonderful vacation. Had good times so far and also time for the first family fight. Well, well we will get over that to.
Do NOT understand
I can not and will not understand how money is more important than your children. Period.
Bros
As you know, life as a mother can have its up’s and down’s to say the least. I don’t try to paint the picture more beautiful than it is. But I appreciate it massively when it is good. Like times like this.
Life changes
This afternoon the thunder rolled on our upper floor. For once I was not part of it. And just now Sam and I had a really good laugh. U know, when you laugh so hard you cry and tummy hurts. Good to be reminded of. Life always change. For good and bad. And one better…
V.A.C.A.T.I.O.N.
Officially, vacation starts on Monday. But already now I have done most things needed on a vacation. Sorting. Sorted all Sam’s old clothes to Fabian. Now Fabian have an updated wardrobe and does actually not need any more clothes. Relax. Went to the beach twice for more then 30 minutes (probably a world record for…
Relaxed
Dinner soon ready. Kids home. Been to the beach all afternoon. 1 st day of vacation is over and I am already relaxed.
Louise Dock 