Category Archives: Kids

Sibling Talk

The first day that Nathan went back to work after Simon was born…and therefore the first day I was alone with both boys….I merely mentioned to Elias that I might go shower soon, and I might bring Simon with me, … Continue reading

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Simon – 3 months

Simon was three months old yesterday. He “talks” up a storm at home, and is generally very happy. I can imagine him being the life of the party some day….sort of like his Daddy. Simon is becoming more and more … Continue reading

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Little Boy

Little Boy, When did you grow up? When did you cease to be my baby…let alone my toddler son? When did you shed those extra rolls on your thighs? When did you become my little boy? Because that is what … Continue reading

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They Had A Moment

This evening I was playing with my two boys and they had the sweetest moment! Elias was putting together some dinosaur puzzles. Simon and I were sitting and watching him. I was giving Elias encouragement and praise, and explaining to … Continue reading

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The Many Faces of Simon

Simon is getting so expressive….both with his face and with his voice. He’s a charmer, and I just can’t get enough of his smiles or coos. Here are some of his funny faces from a tummy time session earlier in … Continue reading

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You Know You’re Raising Your Child Right When…..

You Know You’re Raising Your Child Right When….. He sings along with Bob Dylan! I’ve never thought much of Bob Dylan. I mean, he’s a great songwriter. And the instrumentals are great. But, oh, that voice. That horrible voice. No … Continue reading

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He’s A Bigun’ (But We Already Knew That)

We had Simon’s 2 month well check up today. He is a healthy boy! His pediatrician was entranced by his smiles just like everyone else. It was the first time Simon was weighed or measured since he was two weeks … Continue reading

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Simon – 9 weeks

Simon turned 9 weeks old yesterday. He is really becoming more aware of the world around him. He is starting to reach out and touch things. He has mini conversations with us, and has even laughed a couple times. He … Continue reading

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My Little Task Master

This morning on my run, Elias provided me with some much needed motivation…and then some! I’ve been so lucky so far on my runs to have good weather…I feel like I shouldn’t have even acknowledged that in writing because now … Continue reading

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Play Date

Simon and Ethan had their first play date today. Born just under three weeks apart, they’ll hopefully be close friends! Today, Ethan came over. Both boys were awake at the same time for a bit so we decided to snap … Continue reading

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