Why We “Elf”

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It's funny that such a simple, rather benign thing as an elf doll has become such a phenomenon. I remember when I first heard about...

The Simple Things

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As I tick off the days on my calendar, hurtling ever closer to a time of year I truly relish, I long for change. As...
 To My Elder Child, My Only Son, and My (Soon to Be) Preschool Graduate, Soon, you'll be finished with preschool. I just can’t believe it. That...
When I lost my second child through miscarriage, one of the things I found incredibly difficult was validating their existence. It seemed particularly sad...

Waking up to life itself

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The first moment that I locked eyes with my firstborn baby, I knew that life was forever changed. I didn’t know how, and I...
I’m done saying “sorry.” And here’s why. I say “sorry” all the time. I probably say “I’m sorry” to start 25 sentences each day. I...
Honestly, I'm not a fan of Mother's Day. Don't get me wrong-I love that my mom and I go out and get a pedicure...
He was born on the couch in my living room.  I had wanted a VBAC.  In my mind it was planned perfectly with me...
One of the first things I was warned of when I got pregnant was Mommy Brain.   Well, I guess I was really warned about...
It's inevitable. If nature goes the way it's supposed to, you're going to out live your parents. What a horrible truth. When you're young, you're...
Have you ever smelled something and been flooded with memories of childhood? Ever watched a movie or show, that brought you right back to...

The Dessert Debacle

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Once in a while I stumble upon a piece of parenting advice that is so brilliant, I feel the need to share it with...
As I look around my home, I can’t help but notice all the things that bring me joy: Scrumptiously soft, brightly colored clothing, fabulously...

A “rare” week

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I will apologize in advance.  There is a chance that this post might not make any sense.  I'm currently suffering from sleep deprivation.  No...

In + Around Vermont

Winter in Vermont

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It is late fall and the temperature drops just enough for the precipitation to turn from pestery rain into beautiful, soft, magical snowflakes and...