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July 9, 2026

This Is 55

After My First Mountain There is nothing to do except brace myself. It’s so cold. I’m so sick of this wind. It isn’t just blowing—it howls, whistles, whooshes, then slaps the side of the… Read more
May 24, 2015

Lilies, sea breeze, and babies

Babies are like cats. Introduce familiar smells, sounds, and tastes from home. Blankets, cheerios, meatloaf, milk, berries, shapes, puppy love, doggies, sleep sheep, purple unicorn, fresh ground coffee and my… Read more
May 23, 2015

Two of them, one of me. No Stroller!

I get Fiona out first, set her on the ground so I can get Jack out of his car seat. I carry Fiona and hold Jacks hand. We walk up… Read more
May 22, 2015

E-I-E-I-O and peas on the floor!

I’m so excited about our road trip. Alan has to work, so Jack, Fiona, and I will be driving separately. I wish I could take my dog Billy, but she’s… Read more
May 21, 2015

Teaching Sign Language to my Hearing Children

These are some great resources! I am reposting this on my blog for me and for others who may be interested in the subject. I really like how Valerie said… Read more
May 21, 2015

“Do I Smell a Poopy Diaper?” Such a funny thing to say all the time!

“I smell poop, did somebody poop?” Yes, Jack has a poop. Take him to the changing table, let Fiona come too so she doesn’t feel left out. No matter how… Read more
May 20, 2015

My World is turning upside down again!

My world is turning upside down again! I think Jack and Fiona are transitioning to one nap a day. Just when we established a perfect little schedule, I had time… Read more
May 19, 2015

Loss Of Innocence, Missed Childhood

“You need to wear a bra” said Timmy. I just want to run and hide right now. I thought they took me seriously. I finally got the boss to let… Read more
May 17, 2015

Extra Special Sunday Afternoon

Here we are again. But we’re not really here again because it’s not morning, I always write in the morning. Its nap time on Sunday afternoon. A time I’ve overlooked.… Read more
May 16, 2015

Welcome to Toddlerhood, Becareful you’re gonna crack your noggin!

I’ll lay it on its side. I shouldn’t be doing this. Wait until Alan gets home to help. Jacks been running up the backrest of the recliner sticking his toes… Read more
May 15, 2015

My Nuts and Bolts

The best thing I’ve done lately is started drinking coffee again. It’s so delicious. Coffee. Jack’s still sick. His face is shiny and wet. He’s been coughing, I rub his… Read more

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