Category Archives: family life

We’re in the middle of a move to Memphis, and there’s something about the spaces in between in life that give me a clear picture of who I’ve been, and who I want to be. Coincidentally, it is also within … Continue reading →

We’re not great at documenting our growing girls, all things considered. But here are some videos of them from the last month, collected in one spot, for your viewing pleasure. Lexi’s first ukulele performance “Feliz Navidad” (:48) Kate’s puppet show … Continue reading →

Some days I am just overwhelmed with how lucky I am to parent my kids. They are such neat individuals. Lexi has a *slight* obsession with Kit Kittredge. She’s been running around saying “Brilliant!” I love listening to her prattle … Continue reading →

I am realizing more and more both how far I am from the baby stage and how much I want to remember some of the things I discovered along the way. Is that something y’all are interested in reading about? … Continue reading →

There are always disappointments, things left undone or some circumstance that is just not fair. It’s hard to be a grown-up. Today I am choosing thanksgiving. I am carving out peace instead of longing and pain. Accentuating the positive may … Continue reading →

School was cancelled today because the forecast called for snow. It started snowing about 11. It never stuck. We already have a two hour delay in the morning for tomorrow. The biggest controversy? Whether severe weather broadcasting would interfere with … Continue reading →

and I never got out cards. I wasn’t expecting to, but it’s a weird feeling. It makes me appreciate the cards we got this year even more. Today was a really stressful day, so this sweet comic relief was very … Continue reading →

Watch over thy child, Lexi, O Lord, as her days increase; bless and guide her wherever she may be, keeping her unspotted from the world. Strengthen her when she stands; comfort her when discouraged or sorrowful; raise her up if … Continue reading →