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Final Thoughts
For a lot of us, this morning was a typical summer Friday morning; sun streaming through the windows as breakfast was served, and plans made to spend time outdoors, enjoying the free time and great weather. For one family, though, today is a day like no other. It’s a day that unfortunately will be remembered forever, but in a way that few of us, if any, can even fathom. Today is the funeral of my neighbor, the dear man that I told you about in my last post. I promise that this will be my last post regarding such a tragic situation. As a virtual onlooker to the tragedy, I…
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A Great Catch
I had planned to tell you all about #1’s graduation from elementary school this past Friday- a lighthearted yet poignant anecdote to share with you just how quickly time has flown. I’ll still tell you about it, but forgive me if this post lacks the usual humor. I’m not feeling it. (I’ll explain.) I will say that, yes, it is a cliche to say that time flies when your kids are little, and yes, that cliche is true. I can’t believe that it’s already been eleven years since this: There are those milestones that really strike you as defining moments in parenthood, and obviously graduations are one of them. I…
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All The Small Things
By no means should I be sitting here writing this post. There is a plethora- (anyone over 30 thinks of the same thing when they hear this word…) -of things to be done. And while I should be doing them, I’ve hit the wall. I’m toast, peeps. I could give you the million and one reasons why June is insanely busy. I could blame it on the end of year ceremonies, the birthday parties, the errands for teacher’s gifts, birthday gifts, BBQ supplies, etc. etc. And all of that would be true. I could also blame it on the fact the air conditioners are not yet installed in our windows,…
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“It’s Just Like Riding A Bike”
Confession: I don’t own a bike. I used to. Remember the days of old, when you and your tween friends would hop on your bikes and ride for hours, without your parents having a blessed clue where you were?? It’s been years since I’ve owned one, but that doesn’t really bother me. I don’t even want one. Because even when the weather is ideal for biking -as it’s been lately- any attempt at getting myself out to bike would look something like this: Today’s punishment- you get the back seat. (www.blisstree.com) Here’s why I’m not a bike fan. Because kids aren’t born capable of riding; they must be taught. And…
