Family

Coins Aren’t For Buying Stuff, They’re For Stuffing Pigs (duh)

It seems some kids grasp the value of money very early. My mom tells the tale of me trying to…

17 years ago

The Artist, During Her Big Smile Period

self-portrait, in crayon You'll note that the artist is keeping her signature style of focusing on faces, but I think…

18 years ago

Coming Into Focus Again

I'd like to tell you that my depression has magically cleared up, but that isn't the case. However, I can…

18 years ago

The Age of Worry

Today I took Mira to her first Mommy & Me class. One of Aaron's relatives runs the class, and even…

18 years ago

Haiku Friday: Not Fair

I sneeze and sniffleI can't breathe and my head hurtsThis is so not fairThe weather is hotso why am I…

18 years ago

New School Year

Ready for her first day of school - no tears, minimal protesting.

18 years ago

Who Am I?

Several days ago, I was speaking with a friend who has recently started blogging. (I won't get into the weirdness…

18 years ago

What Happens When You’re Told "Mommy, Take A Picture Of Me!"

Mommy, look at me! Mira is an unwilling participant (and had a clothing change) If I thought for one minute…

18 years ago

(Some) Government Agencies Suck

We're *this* close to having insurance for Cordy and Mira. Since Aaron lost his job, we knew it was a…

18 years ago

Today’s Conversations

While riding on Aaron's shoulders:"Are you tall, Cordy?""Yes!""Are you taller than daddy?""Yes!""Are you taller than mommy and Mira?""Yes! I can…

18 years ago