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To My 3-Year-Old

To My 3-Year-Old

You are a dreamer. You are a joker. You are a healer.

Oct 29, 2011     6 Comments
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Not So Lazy Days

Not So Lazy Days

Because Matt cannot stray far from those needy green blades, I pack up the two toddlers myself, convinced that dragging them to an unfamiliar surround will be relaxing for all of us.

Jul 14, 2011     10 Comments
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First Words

First Words

Forget rolling over. Forget crawling. I dare say forget walking. For me, hearing those first few words is easily the most mind-blowing aspect of the scientific experiment that is raising a child.

May 19, 2011     7 Comments
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Tom the Tank

Tom the Tank

Ethan, like many boys his age, is completely and utterly obsessed with trains. Choo choo! All aboard! Chugga chugga!

May 4, 2011     11 Comments
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From The Bibliophile

From The Bibliophile

I wish I could take credit for my budding bookworm and tell you that I spent untold hours reading to him in the womb. Alas, I did none of that.

Mar 25, 2011     6 Comments
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Morning Rush Hour

Morning Rush Hour

Next up: toddler. On a good day, I can stealthily put on his shoes and jacket without notice. Today is not a good day.

Mar 18, 2011     6 Comments
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The Circumcision Decision

The Circumcision Decision

Doctors recommend circumcision. One month after Ethan’s 2nd birthday, we oblige.

Feb 23, 2011     11 Comments
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