Monthly Archives: February 2016

Differently Surreal

The kids and I just got back from a birthday party.  We had a great time, but only now–now that I am no longer trying to corral my kids in a public space while smiling–am I finally understanding two puzzling … Continue reading

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Surreal

When I’m dropping Nathaniel off at school today, he mentions he has a new teacher who’s living in the dorms. “Oh, so she’s a student at Asbury?” “Yeah.  She’s learning stuff . . . like how many angels dance on … Continue reading

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Sydney’s assessment of Erin

“You were just slurring words together.” Apparently I don’t even need drug or alcohol impairment.  I get in my own way just by talking fast and being a bit distracted. Erin

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The youngest member of our family turns 5

For his birthday, Nathaniel got to pick the menu.  Strawberry shortcake topped his list, followed by chopped veggies (he particularly wanted snap peas) and hummus.  I’m wondering if our kids should always plan our meals: two equally-sized bowls of veggies … Continue reading

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Projects in the Yard

Sydney looked to be working on the playground (he’s adding monkey bars), Katherine made a phone out of a wooden block, and Nathaniel was thrilled to find something he could use as a hammer, “Just like Dada’s.” Erin

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A Certain Slant of Light

There’s a certain Slant of light, Winter Afternoons – That oppresses, like the Heft Of Cathedral Tunes – Heavenly Hurt, it gives us – We can find no scar, But internal difference – Where the Meanings, are – None may … Continue reading

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Seed Packets, Courtesy of Katherine

Yes, Sydney is already raring to go with this year’s garden.  Yes, it’s only early February.  But it was also 50 degrees today and Katherine ended our morning hike with her jackets tied around her waist.  So you can see … Continue reading

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exactly

Katherine: “I may have to stay home from school on Monday for no reason because of the snowstorm.” I see she’s already got Kentucky nailed. Sydney

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Making big bubbles on a school field trip

  Erin

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