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Catching up with Spring
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Friends. It’s already June!  My intentions have fallen way behind the draw to lay lumpish on the couch every mid-afternoon.  I’m playing the “baby is waiting for…” game and when not collapsing into the cushions I’ve been working hard to get all the possible things crossed off baby’s list….we’ve talked hours over names, patched holes in the wall of the future nursery, washed and...

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Becoming a Ballerina
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Becoming a Ballerina

Jan 9, 2015

Whitney had ballet class yesterday…and I welled up with pride for my little girl.  It went so well for her compared to her first session (almost a year ago, now).   For almost the entire 45 minutes she participated best as she could following what everyone else was doing.  There was a brief break where she was distracted by her own beautiful reflection and...

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A Season
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A Season

Dec 21, 2014

A few oddities of this season in time… Dylan affirms my good ideas by saying “Good Thinking!” woke up at 5:30am the other day and came in loudly complaining “Mo-om, Whitney won’t play with me!” – poor Whitney shuffled sleepily down the hall escaping to our bed.  How nice to wake up raring to go.  I can’t wait to teach him to use that...

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The Wedding
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The Wedding

Oct 29, 2014

  I think of it as THE wedding because it was like none other.  A month later and I am still moved as I go through images and memories thinking of what to share here. As tempted as I am to share all the tiny details of Nick and Victoria’s day, I realize that much of my experience was privileged.  Being both sister-in-law-helper and...

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Cousins are Awesome
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Cousins are Awesome

Oct 10, 2013

We all should see our cousins more often. and do this of course…   We saw the other four two weeks ago: and siblings are pretty fun, too:   Three cheers for...

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Manic Toddler Dance Party
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There really is nothing like a dance party to de-stress.  Especially when it’s toddlers.  Especially during the after-dinner mania. The past week has been a rough one.  Very needy kids, tired mama, and hearts carrying heavy stuff going on with close family and friends.  Thank God for the levity amidst the mess. Next time I think I’ll DJ.  And then join in and show...

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Walking Lessons
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Walking Lessons

May 26, 2013

I’m learning how to take a walk from my toddlers….here’s what I’ve got so far. 1. The alphabet is amazing.  Any time you see a letter it is cause for excitement.  Point and name it (or guess). 2. When you see big rocks, embrace this opportunity for physical challenge. 5. Every living thing deserves a pause for a greeting, this especially includes people, cats,...

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Coping Secrets
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Coping Secrets

Mar 28, 2013

The pressure/tension/stress around here has been of epic proportions in the past month…so I thought I’d share some of the things that has kept me from losing it altogether…. Love notes.  The support and prayers and texts and emails of dear friends from various parts of my life have been a lifeline.  Knowing one is not alone must be the single-handedly most comforting reality. ...

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