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Riley’s Circle of Friends, Oct. 2009

When Courtney recommended I read The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, I avoided it for a few months. I knew nothing of the book, but didn’t like the title. It sounded corny. Oh Courtney, how could I have … Continue reading →

We had a better day today. Todd sent me to my room, and didn’t allow me to come down until he was headed to work at 12:30. He did “school” today. Riley had a wonderful playdate this afternoon at our house with … Continue reading →

For anyone who has ever suffered postpartum depression, Lisa Romeo’s powerful essay in Sweet: A Literary Confection is a must read.  Honest and brave, beautifully written and ultimately hopeful.    Lisa is the kind of writer, where you’re surfing along, you click … Continue reading →

Contrast=The difference between who I am being in the moment, and who I want to be.  So we’d been waiting for this clay class. It’s at a local art studio, and the Thursday afternoon class is just for homeschoolers. There are … Continue reading →

This is the face of a little girl who has just had a massage with essential oils. A real massage, in a spa, by a massage therapist who understands kids with special needs, because she is mom to one. Look at the love … Continue reading →

He scowls at me and then rolls his eyes. I’ve interrupted his Lego building.  He opens his mouth and I begin jamming the flosser between his teeth. “You know Seth, some parents don’t give a darn about their kids’ teeth. They’d just … Continue reading →

Icicles, schmycicles. We spent our afternoon in the rain forest. Riley got to do something she’s always dreamed of…   She also acquired a new nickname. Ladies and gentle(M), I give you…Mimosa. A sensitive name for a sensitive girl. She’s … Continue reading →

These icicles are currently hanging off the roof of our second story back porch. Today I chipped ice off my windshield, inch by inch, in order to take the kids to dance class. That’s right. Rain, snow or ice, on Wednesdays, … Continue reading →

He wakes up this happy and stays happy all day. I’d tell you how much I love this boy, but I don’t see how you could fathom it. He wouldn’t throw this at his mom. I’m not kidding. He really wouldn’t. … Continue reading →

Jingle jingled. Seth sneezed. Todd snored. Riley tooted. Twice. Gave up. Laughed. Om.

Looking for a place to celebrate your child’s accomplishments with people who get it? Looking for a lift on one of those difficult days? Come see The Community Brag Page Jess Wilson has set up. Tell us what is great about your … Continue reading →

So off we go into a new year. It feels like a big one. HT is changing. He’s kind of stepping into himself. Figuring some things out. I won’t go into detail, because it is his stuff, but it’s good. A little … Continue reading →