Running Junkie
Let it be known that motherhood is not the end of a woman’s life; if you let it, it can be the beginning of a very special, very fulfilling chapter—and I don’t simply mean as a parent. Every year of...
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First Take at Quick Takes
Today I’m trying something new to me, 7 Quick Takes, sponsored by Jen at Conversion Diary and inspired by the lovely Cecilia of Dance Immaculata (better known as Aunt Ceci in these parts). Let’s jump...
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Quick Takes – Take Two
— 1 — As I mentioned last week, last weekend I had the honor of being a bridesmaid in one of my very dearest friends’ wedding. All the icky weather Friday and Saturday cleared for a beautiful day...
View ArticleHis Body and Blood—Even for the Little Ones
Yesterday the Catholic Church celebrated the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ. While we celebrate the Eucharist every Sunday—every day, even—this is a special reminder about what an important part...
View ArticleWordless Tuesday
I’m usually a big fan of alliteration, but today I have recently uploaded photos that are just begging to be posted. One is from the fabulous wedding I’ve mentioned. Then, watch the kiddos grow up...
View ArticleThe Library Book Bag
When I was pregnant with Jacob, one of my friends asked me, jokingly, “What will you do if this kid hates to read?” My response was that he was going to learn to read, whether he liked it or not. Thank...
View ArticleSigns of a Good Babysitter
For a parent, there are few things as refreshing and glorious as a good babysitter. Luckily (and sadly, because we’re moving in two months) I think we’ve found one of the best. Not only was she...
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Quick Takes – Take Three – Jacob Edition
Jacob Edition! — 1 — Last week at the playground, Jacob started playing with a sweet, adorable boy who I guessed to be about five years old. When Jacob said something about muffins, the boy...
View ArticleOh, the Things They’ll Say
My mom and I have a lot in common. We’re about the same height (I’m just a little taller, right, Mom?), have similar features, and even have similar voices. Every now and then—sometimes to Jacob,...
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Quick Takes 4 – Édition Henri
— 0 — This is unrelated to Henry, but why does it seem that right after we install our air conditioners each year, it gets cooler for a week or two? I’m not really complaining, just curious. — 1 —...
View ArticleFrancis and the Cookie Dough
This week, Jacob and I made cookies together. While we were scooping the cookies on to the pan, this conversation transpired—out of nowhere. Clearly, I had to share it. Jacob: “Francis loves cookie...
View ArticleRow, Row, Remix
I heard Jacob singing “Row, Row, Row Your Boat,” the other day, and thank goodness he let me take a video of it. Like his father, he’s having some issues getting the words right (love you, John!). At...
View ArticleReality Check
I try to post positive stuff here, not to give a false impression of motherhood, but to celebrate the beauty in what can be a tough stage of life. There are a lot of positives in our lives right now,...
View ArticleThis Is Your Brain . . . on Motherhood
Blogging has gotten spotty around here because I find I can only barely form a coherent thought substantial enough to write a single sentence. Between moving, caring for kiddos, work, my other blog,...
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Quick Takes! Jacobisms
— 1 — Jacob has the quintessential toddler voice. Consonants are consistently mispronounced; syllables are added and removed on a whim; subject-verb agreement is spotty. I love every minute of it, and...
View ArticleBarn-Raising Birthday
This post is a few weeks late, but I still think it’s important enough to share, so here goes! * * * Last weekend, we celebrated John’s birthday. We also painted three rooms in the house...
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Dear Henry XI
Dear Henry, You are just six months old and I fall more in love with you every time I look at you. You are a lovable baby, full of smiles and strength. Since it’s gotten hot out, I stopped putting...
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Leaving Something, Starting Something
People have been asking if I’ll miss anything about Brooklyn. The answer, of course, is yes. I’ll miss the friends we’ve made here, the church community we were a part of, walking just about...
View ArticleGarden State-Bound
Here’s our last post from Brooklyn. In honor of our new home, here are eleven of my favorite things about the great state of New Jersey, in no particular order: 1. Bagels 2. Diners 3. Frankie Valli...
View ArticleSummer Time
There’s a saying that you vote with your money, that is, the way you spend your money manifests your priorities, your values, and so on. I’d argue that the same is true of your time. The way you spend...
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