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Every kid needs a Sandy and Denny
Sandy and Denny. My parent’s relationship with them began before we were born. They were great friends. My mom’s best friend was Sandy. When we were born, all four of us, became their children. They didn’t have any of their … Continue reading
Permamnent Driving Companion
A four hour drive that turned into five. That’s just what happens when you have kids in the car. I sat by my sister’s side, as I grabbed this and that. Aunt Rachel, I dropped my baby, can you please … Continue reading
Fears…
We all fear something. I am afraid of butterflies. Yes… they fly weird. They flail, they have no direction, I don’t like not knowing where they are flying to. But those fears like that– they are superficial. Deep down. That’s where … Continue reading
Special Visitors
I believe in ghosts. I believe that the people that have passed away, that were important to us can come visit us. Maybe in their own way. Maybe they talk to you in a dream… maybe they play a little … Continue reading
Planning… and planning… and planning.
It started as a small idea last year when we were leaving our Florida vacation. This trip was awesome, let’s do a family vacation again next year. The small idea lived through the year, and it grew. It grew into … Continue reading
Cancer
It is just such an ugly word. Almost everyone personally knows someone who has been affected by this disease in some way. A year and a half ago, I lost my mother-in-law to cancer. She battled and battled for so … Continue reading
The Sponge
I have the pleasure of having a nephew that lives a few mere blocks from where I work. So one of the most joyous parts of my day is when I get to stop by my parents house and see … Continue reading
Captured
My heart was captured. Abby. My first niece, right now, my only niece. For a while, she was the only one around for me to spoil and she’ll probably always be my favorite. (shh, don’t tell the boys) Never, ever … Continue reading
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Musical Genius
I’m pretty sure Darien, my brother’s son, is a musical genius in the making. I really am not kidding… the kid is one, and I’m sure of it. Why? Well, first he’s loved music since he was little. He’s a … Continue reading
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Connies and Patio
If I learned two things about Chris’s family it’s that: a.) The ONLY Connie’s worth going to is the one on 22nd in Chicago b.) They are creatures of habit. a.) Is most definitely true. Connie’s became a gathering place … Continue reading
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