Whooping Cough
6 Weeks Old This little boy has been sick, sicker than any of my other babies ever were. It all started with a simple cold and cough. At least, I thought it was a cold and cough, but the cough kept getting worse and I was getting worried. 3 Months Old Last Monday, Brendan broke…
Two Months Old
and we are appreciating every minute: the faces, the cooing, the movements, and even the rare moments when he cries.
Thunderstorm
We were planning on spending time outdoors at the beach or seeing animals today, but a summer thunderstorm has put an end to those plans. Instead of making lunch to bring with us, I have been sharing a few photos from our garden. Gaillardia ‘Goblin’ Have a wonderful weekend!
June Flowers
I joined Elisa for another Nature Walk in mid-June. I just haven’t had time until this morning to share the photos. Mary’s Face (a.k.a. Gaillardia ‘Goblin’) Geranium ‘Rozanne’ Our Lady’s Crown (a.k.a. Love in a Mist) Double Knock Out Roses (Rosa Radtko) Update: Although these roses make a great hedge, I do not recommend them.…
Good-bye Heidi
On Saturday, June 16, Heidi went to a new home. We know that we made the right decision, but we still miss her.
Elizabeth’s Viewpoint
A few weeks ago, Elizabeth came with me to pick up her father from the transit center. After waiting for him for about 10 minutes, Elizabeth said, “Mommy, Daddy’s not coming. I think we’re lost.” Last night, Elizabeth looked out of the window and commented, “It is yellow and pink outside. I think that God…
Smiling Baby
Kieran has been giving us voluntary smiles since he was five-weeks old; however, it was only last Monday that I finally succeeded in getting a photo of him doing so. We are so enjoying having a baby in the house again.
Realistic or Heartless Mother
Last July, we bought Heidi, a beautiful red golden retriever puppy. The children and I were very excited to have a dog. We patiently taught her to go outside when she had to relieve herself and to go in only one area of the yard. I didn’t want the children stepping in any unexpected dog…