Monthly Archives: December 2009

So long 2009

There are many things that I loved about 2009 and many things that are not so great. I will not miss 2009. I’m happy for 2010 to be here and for new beginnings for our family. And while I am … Continue reading

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Lucky 3 for Quinny B.

Cheryl, I know, lucky, right? I get to use kind of the same theme as two days ago on Jody’s post except there are 30 months before it. Can you believe it’s been 3 months? I can’t. Each day while … Continue reading

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Beach Calling

There’s something healing about the beach, we all feel it. Even though it’s cold and we’re not exactly in swimsuits soaking up the sun, but we are soaking up time with each other. Except for a few hours to write … Continue reading

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Lucky 33

Dear Jody, I am not sure why I am calling the title of this post Lucky 33. Probably because I just like 3 and 3 together and well, it looks like a lucky number so it became Lucky 33. Thirty-three … Continue reading

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Our Santa

We’ve been to see this Santa for 10 years now. The longest wait is about 10 minutes, but usually we can walk right up to him. He resides at a small mall around the corner, at least between 10-7pm, probably … Continue reading

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Reboot

We are spending the next several days together as a family of four. Limited work schedule this week and no work next (we’re typically closed during that time) and so we are having a lot of bonding time. Bonding time … Continue reading

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Guest Post

The Santa Secret My son learned the truth about Santa when he was in Kindergarten. For you die-hard Santa supporters this probably sounds like sacrilege. You’re not alone: the other moms in my moms group were appalled that I’d destroyed … Continue reading

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Spoken in the Mutant Family Household, Little Bunny Fu Fu

Julian and Gage studying Julian: “So, is the rabbit a wolf’s prey?” Gage: “Depends on how big the rabbit is.” Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin for wordpress. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook … Continue reading

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Time for Nothing and Everything

One thing I know for sure is that I need time for myself. I am at the beach relaxing and sleeping and relaxing. The thing about living with the stress of kids who have special needs is that there isn’t … Continue reading

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Friday Photo Fun, 2008

Remember when he was happy? And he didn’t talk about dying young? I do. I want him back. Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin for wordpress. Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via … Continue reading

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