Posted February 17, 2009 by Mary Dixon Lebeau

Like every fairy tale princess, our Libby had a pair of glass slippers.

Well, okay, maybe not glass. After all, she was only four at the time, and -- even though they match with practically everything -- glass would be so impractical for a princess who liked to run after her royal steed -- er, basset hound -- or dance to the lilting refrains of ballroom music (if ballroom music sounded like Hannah… Read More

Posted February 4, 2009 by Mary Dixon Lebeau

Hearts, flowers, and boxes of candy. It's like Cupid designed Valentine's Day to have extra "princess" appeal.

So, it was no surprise that Princess Lots-of-Locks started planning the day soon after we took the Christmas tree down.

"Of course, I'll have cards for all the kids in school," she said.

"Of course," I agreed. After all, princesses are always kind and giving.

"But what about Daddy?" she asked. She didn't… Read More

Posted January 28, 2009 by Mary Dixon Lebeau

Once upon a time, just about six years ago, I lived in a kingdom that was predominantly painted blue. The halls of the castle bellowed with boy-sounds, guffaws, and shouts. The bedrooms were adorned with reptiles, both prehistoric and modern-day, and clothing was purchased with the word "rugged" firmly in mind.

But then, a princess arrived in our midst. She brought with her sounds of giggles and lullabies, splashes of pink, and delicate dreams… Read More

Posted January 20, 2009 by Charlene Frias

Yesterday, I spent a day in the life with a Princess Mommy. I didn't know how the day was going to unfold -- things just sort of materialized, and we ran with it. From tea parties complete with princess appearances to stroller rides, Dalia and her dolls managed to carry me through a day of unexpected fun.

Most mornings, I try to gently lift myself out of bed, so I can… Read More

Posted January 6, 2009 by Charlene Frias

I shuffled down the hall last Saturday morning to find Dalia peering out of our front windows on her tippiest toes. Joining in, I laid

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Posted December 23, 2008 by Charlene Frias

Dalia was recently invited to a "big-girl" birthday party - "big-girl" meaning it was for Mia, the older sister of her best friend, Heidi, who was turning 7. Heidi's mom wrote a thoughtful note on her birthday party invitation that said she would love Dalia to join, so Heidi could have a pal at the party too. The party theme

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