Thomas gets his first haircut

When it became clear several months ago that Thomas was going to have curly hair, I admit I panicked. I anticipate years of haircare challenges for all of us. His curls are super cute, but no teenager wants to be “cute.” And, I think most of the curly haired boys I know tend to go [...]

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Mom break

A few months ago, I decided to run (and train a bit) for the Thunder Road Half-Marathon here in Charlotte.  Though I have run many races–with people I love and in more exotic places–this was very special in many ways. Allow me to share with you some of my reflections about this race, which was [...]

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Ho, Ho, Ho

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Back home now, but filled with more memories

A few more photos to capture our Colorado and road trip adventures:

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Our Little Gymnast

The results of three months of gymnastics classes: Ellie is much-improved, and she has been patient with herself as she learns to move her body in new ways.   It was often painful for Wes and me to watch (I think it brings back memories of the awkwardness of childhood we all experienced).  Yet, it was great [...]

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A little quiz

We spotted this at Janie and Jack.  Which boy would wear each outfit?

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Scooting and Babbling

Milestone alert: JACK now says, “Mama, mama” while looking at nobody in particular.  Yet, he and Wes are very closely bonded. JAMES now says, “Dada, dada, dada” while looking at nobody in particular.  Yet, he and I are very closely bonded. THOMAS says nothing, but moves around the house in a way that resembles a [...]

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Progress Report

Things are much-improved on the solid feeding front.  My attitude is better and we worked out a decent routine.  Meals are still an event, but also they are a time of experiencing their budding personalities:   

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Click Me

Please click on the image below for a special video treat:

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She’s really growing up…

Ellie constantly amazes me by her thoughtfulness and caring nature. Some of the negative behaviors of two-year-olds we expect she’ll grow out of, but I hope that as she matures, this nature of her remains. For example, Wes came home from work with a nasty cold. He laid down for a few minutes and Ellie [...]

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