Babies Everywhere…Thankfully Not For Me

I am surrounded by babies and people having babies.  It doesn't bother me.  I am really happy for all of families bringing new children into the world and their families.  I have long ago dealt with my infertility.  I no longer feel a tug when I see a pregnant woman.  I no longer ache when … Continue reading Babies Everywhere…Thankfully Not For Me

Not Going To Like The 3’s

Noah is quickly approaching the age of three and all I can say is "settle the hell down."  In the last 6 weeks or so my sweet loving child has morphed into a--dare I say--child prone to possession by some other force.  He screams this blood curdling scream at any hint that the "no" I … Continue reading Not Going To Like The 3’s

A New Perspective

I have been struggling with my eating for a long time and this as well as my struggle over staying home or working.  I guess I have arrived at a crossroads personally and have finally picked a path.  I a living my life as though I have already reached my goals.  Asking myself at every turn--what … Continue reading A New Perspective

Nearing The End Of My Rope

Zoë won't sleep.  She fights it and I am running on fumes and those fumes are quickly evaporating.  I am lucky on a typical day if she naps for 90 minutes--all day.  She is going to be one in a few days and I know she needs more sleep. I know I do.  She has … Continue reading Nearing The End Of My Rope

One Month Down–215 To Go

  Peepers has been my second child--in real life--for one month now (A little longer if you count our time in Ethiopia).  But I am starting to count since we have been here at home with my first child--Minnow.  I am not going to lie and say how awesome it's been and how great.  Because … Continue reading One Month Down–215 To Go