Category Archives: Photo of the Day
The “M” Word
Daddy. Da da. THAT. This. Gentle. Tickle. Done. Hello! Hi! Book. Clap. Bonk! Block. Andrew. ilk (short for milk). Laurel. These are the words my almost one-year-old baby has been saying for months now. Do you notice something missing? A … Continue reading
Posted in Andrew Milestones, Days to Remember, Photo of the Day
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Hello, October. It’s Apple-Picking Time!
Fall in New England is my very favorite time of year. After more than 25 years of living in parts of the country that don’t do autumn very well, climate-wise (sorry–don’t mean to disparage your season, Florida, but… c’mon!), I’ve … Continue reading
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Beyond Pink and Blue: On Gender and Clothing Your Baby
Dressing very small, new humans is fraught with challenges these days. Did you know that there are people who actually judge you, based on your baby’s clothing? Your open-mindedness is being measured. For instance, dressing your baby girl in all … Continue reading
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Come Visit! We Have Deadly Potions. And Cookies!
I dragged out the big book of science experiments yesterday to ignite the imaginations of two little girls and maybe sneak in some hands-on learning. Before you go thinking I’m this great mom, you should know that I had ulterior … Continue reading
Posted in Crafty Kids, Journal, Photo of the Day
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Soccer Grows Up!
Kelsey hasn’t played soccer since she was 5, when she played in the city league in Greensboro, North Carolina. The players were encouraged to, basically, run after the ball and perhaps get a foot on it. There wasn’t a lot … Continue reading
Posted in Change, Journal, Kelsey Milestones, Photo of the Day
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