I think of it as THE wedding because it was like none other. A month later and I am still moved as I go through images and memories thinking of what to share here. As tempted as I am to share all the tiny details of Nick and Victoria’s day, I realize that much of my experience was privileged. Being both sister-in-law-helper and...
Summer of 2011. We were shocked. Nick’s such a strong and healthy guy, and just the most considerate person. And he’s so young…cancer? No way. I’ve mentioned my brother-in-law a few times on this blog (visiting last June, family holiday, Valentine’s love, current road trip). My husband’s family is generally rather quiet and private, so the idea of sharing health information and other personal...
Sleep for our little guy has been a challenge for the past month, we’ve tried a few different methods to help him quiet down and fall asleep. Tyler started reciting poems to him (I love this side of my husband, my Renaissance Man). A few days into this new attempt Tyler called me in “Michelle, listen to this” and he started the lines of...
Tyler and I just celebrated our 9th anniversary yesterday. He planned a secret getaway for us to Point Reyes this past Sunday/Monday. My parents watched the kids (saints!) and we had a great time just the two of us. At this stage of life it seems an even toss up between what I long for most: peace and quiet (sleep!) and adventure (something new!). ...
In general, we don’t get out much. I am not the mom who takes her kids to the park or on walks every day. I’d like to be, but most environments are just not fun for very long with my two littles. I’ve been feeling like we’ve been growing out of some of the chaos and that the kids are starting to follow directions...
Tyler, I love how you do Daddy. …with snuggles, and tosses up in the air, sleeping giants, and kiss-chases. With walks, stories, strength and comfort in times of pain, guitar and piano lessons, talking about the wonders of nature, pulling bike trailers, singing songs to help with calming. With building block towers and typing ABC’s, signing questions, and practicing prayers. We are lucky to...