Oct 6, 2009

Now You Know Why They’re Not Models

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Scene: Fall festival, trying to take a nice photo of both girls. (Click any photo to enlarge.) OK, girls, look at mommy and smile! C'mon, Mira, smile for mommy! You're too young to be sullen! … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: being a mom, Cordy, daily life, family time, Mira ·


Oct 1, 2009

An Aching Back Isn’t A Reason For An Early Induction

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There are so many things that I like about my new job. I mean, I get to assist in bringing new babies into this world! I get to pass on wisdom and knowledge about caring for a tiny human being to new … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: being a mom, the J-O-B ·


Sep 29, 2009

Make A Wish

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I don't know what she wished for, but when I asked Cordy if we could sing Happy Birthday to her on Saturday and she said yes, I got my wish.Cordy's Fifth Birthday from Christina M on Vimeo. I can't … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Autism, Cordy, growing up ·


Sep 22, 2009

They Tried To Make Me Go To TV Rehab…

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...and I said, "No, now pass the remote!"Here's how my Monday evening played out:8:00 pm - Make sure Heroes and House are recording on the Tivo, then Aaron and I rush upstairs to the other TV to turn … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: pop culture ·


Sep 21, 2009

Five

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Five years ago, you were somewhat of an abstract being to me. I had no idea what was coming, and no matter how many babies I was around, it couldn't have prepared me.My first impression of you was the … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Cordy, memories ·


Sep 20, 2009

Wishful Thinking

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As I was kneeling down in front of Cordy yesterday, talking about some topic I can't even remember, I noticed her eyes suddenly fixed on mine.Eye contact is hard for her, so I was amazed at how … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Autism, Cordy ·


Sep 15, 2009

Still Here, Trashing [Junk In] My House

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Oh hey, look at that - it's been a week since I posted. It wasn't an intentional lapse in blogging, at least I don't think it was. Leaving the blog for seven days on such a down note isn't something I … [Continue reading...]

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