This weekend marked a moment in Noah's life. He had two birthday parties to attend for his friends. These parties were not the first he has been to but they are the first where he really understood what was happening. On Saturday, we went to the Magic House to celebrate the the birthday of one … Continue reading Musing Of A Three-Year-Old
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41-Months-Old and Three Years Ours
Dear Noah, It was three years ago today that the Ethiopian courts officially added you to our family as Hojawaka William Finley. It was certainly one of the best days of my life. A few days ago you turned 41-months-old. It is so hard for me to believe how fast you are growing and changing. … Continue reading 41-Months-Old and Three Years Ours
Reclaiming Our Bed–Thank You Sleep Fairy
We have reclaimed our bed. Well, we are in the process of reclaiming it and we are pretty close to claming success. But I have learned to not claim success too soon. That can really backfire on you. The whole bed sharing thing started off innocent enough out of our utter laziness. Noah would wake … Continue reading Reclaiming Our Bed–Thank You Sleep Fairy
40-Months-Old
Dear Noah, You are now 40-months-old. I know that means nothing to you--because you're 3 and that's a cool age. I think back to when you came home (not quite 3 years ago) and I am amazed at how you have flourished and grown. You and your sister have made me so happy to be … Continue reading 40-Months-Old
38-and 19-Months Old
Dear Noah and Zoë, I have failed miserably in keeping up with your monthly letters. I love the idea of doing it and I love having these little memories captured...but I am busy w/school, work, teaching, parenting, exercising, parenting, and wifing. There just isn't enough time in the day. I will try to do a … Continue reading 38-and 19-Months Old
