Oct 30, 2007

The Future Songwriter

October 30, 2007 By

We were watching Backyardigans last night while eating dinner. (Yes, we're lazy and have dinner in front of the TV on occasion.) As usual, I'm never allowed to eat my own meal - Cordy will gobble … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Cordy, daily life, family time


Oct 30, 2007

I’m Crazy, How Are You?

October 30, 2007 By
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Wow, I haven't updated since Friday? Where did my weekend go?Oh yeah. That's right. I have two girls who won't give me a moment's peace.Seriously, how do you convince a five month old that she does … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Cordy, family time, Mira


Oct 26, 2007

Haiku Friday: Threatening to Cut It All Off

October 26, 2007 By

The sudden sharp painIt's like a Vulcan nerve pinchLet go! Let go please!I'll chop it all offIf you pull my hair once more -That really hurts kid! After nearly a year of growing out my hair, I'm … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Haiku Fridays, Mira


Oct 25, 2007

What Will Your Pre-Teen Girl Be For Halloween?

October 25, 2007 By
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With Halloween only days away, there is a rush on costumes. Here are some of the hot selections of costumes for pre-teens this year (yes, these all come in pre-teen sizes - some as small as … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Cordy, Mira, reviews Tagged With:


Oct 23, 2007

The Changes Keep Coming

October 23, 2007 By
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It's almost ironic that the one person in our family who is the most resistant to change (Cordy) is the one who has to endure so much change.After nearly settling into her routine at her new … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Autism, Cordy


Oct 22, 2007

She’s Been Waiting For This

October 22, 2007 By
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Ever since Mira was a few weeks old, she's been obsessed with watching everyone else eat. We laugh at mealtimes, watching her stare longingly at our plates and making chewing motions right with us. My … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: daily life, Mira, reviews


Oct 19, 2007

Haiku Friday: Brain Dead

October 19, 2007 By

It had to happenThis haiku has no topicExhaustion sets in Sorry for my lame haiku. With the first round of nursing school exams, my fussy Mira and her teeth, and Cordy getting over a cold, I'm in … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Haiku Fridays