I have been doing a lot of thinking that has led me to be a little harder on myself than I should be. Before our adoption process came to an end, I was on a long journey of self-improvement. Mostly physical self-improvement. I was working very hard at losing the 90+ pounds I had gained … Continue reading Relflections on Self

Well, I hate to jinx myself but Minow has slept for 5 hour stretches at night, the past 2 nights. I haven't of course, as I am afraid that I will sleep through his crying--not likely I know, but I still worry. He is eating cereal, fruits and veggies like crazy. He seems to like … Continue reading Playdates and doctors

Well it has been an eventful few days here at Casa Finley. My cousin is getting married on Saturday and I have been "lucky" enough to be chosen to do one of the readings. So we were obliged to go to the rehearsal dinner. We entertained the idea of taking Minow with us--he was invited … Continue reading On first babysitter, steak and all things on sale

Today would be my last week at home, it I were returning to work. It is hard to imagine leaving my son to go back to work. I understand the whole wanting to work thing. I worked hard in my teaching career to move up-I was department chair. My teaching career was important to me, … Continue reading Grateful

Things are starting to work themselves out at home. We have finally put in the hardwood floor in our den/sunroom. We only purchased the floor 2 years ago. No one has ever accused us of being quick. But I must say it looks really awesome. I will post some pics tomorrow after our new furniture … Continue reading The day to day…