Tag Archives: memorable moments

Rites of Passage

Posted on March 27, 2012 by

First day of spring break. Oldest had her orthodontic consult. She was ready so the braces went on today. She was so proud. Proud mama, too. She did great. Growing up. Advertisements

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Courage of an Open Heart

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

I had a really bad day yesterday. Things from the past came rushing up to smack me between the eyes and it left me feeling breathless. For most of the day, everything I did was done with tears rolling down … Continue reading →

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Magic Cupcakes

Posted on February 19, 2012 by

The girls made and decorated cupcakes tonight. The oldest turned hers into gourmet cupcakes and added magic, the white sugared sprinkles, on top. The youngest was not quite as ambitious with her designs but they look delicious none the less.

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Bathroom Fort

Posted on February 12, 2012 by

It’s my own little fort, she told me, laughing.

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Sinkside

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

Working on time capsule moments this week, inspired by the fabulous Xanthe Berkeley. So I’ve been observing the every day, the routines of our comings and goings, the things that make us unique, memory nuggets. Tonight, this made me smile.

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My Baby Turns 8!

Posted on January 28, 2012 by

Today we celebrated another year in the life of my little one. She had a birthday party at the local trampoline place. She and her friends and sister had a blast jumping and bouncing, leaping into a pit filled with … Continue reading →

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Good Sport

Posted on January 22, 2012 by

All bundled up and ready to go for a walk… Until it slips… (I am loving how this 365 project has become a family – and friends – affair. Everyone is working with me to help ensure that a photo … Continue reading →

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Simple Pleasures

Posted on December 30, 2011 by

Today found me admiring just how well the girls were playing together and how creative they were in their play. They dug out all the Barbies and set to making a hair salon outside the new Barbie house. The lone … Continue reading →

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Holiday Cheer

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

The girls had a great time Wednesday night putting the ornaments on the Christmas tree. This year, they did all the decorating while I unwrapped each bauble. We talked about where they came from, for it is the stories that … Continue reading →

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Nutcracker

Posted on December 18, 2011 by

Last night we celebrated my oldest daughter’s birthday with what has become her beloved tradition – she gets to invite a friend along and we go to the ballet of The Nutcracker. It is always a magical time, and even … Continue reading →

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