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ByHollieWe knew we had it good when at a mere five weeks old, Baby C started sleeping through the night. From late November through mid-March, she kept at it… giving us a good 6-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night. But, then, she must have consulted with her sisters. And, they must have told her…
Music makers
ByHollieIt’s always entertaining to see an old toy take on a new life as it’s discovered or rediscovered by a child. We’ve had this little piano for several years, but the girls have grown disinterested in it. However, the Baby recently found it in a neglected corner of the playroom, and she delights herself to…
She’s certainly persistent
ByHollieWell, the obsession with getting a pet continues. We’re holding our ground and not caving on this one anytime soon, but it’s almost pitiful how obsessed the Kindergartener has become with her stand-in dog. Apparently he has poor vision. She says the glasses help him see the TV better. Of course, she also says they…
It’s in the air…
ByHollieI know it’s still August, but I cannot remember a year where I was ever more ready for fall to get here. And, after a summer of smoldering temps and relentless humidity here in the South, I feel certain I’m not alone in this longing. One can only stand so much sweat, so many bad…
On senior year fear
ByHollieI can’t believe it’s been over a year since I’ve touched this space. Parenting three teenage girls and trying to stay engaged with them and the people nearest us has taken up most every ounce of my bandwidth lately. This isn’t a bad thing, of course, but I do miss having an outlet and the…
Safe and sound(s)
ByHollieDo you know what’s a little bit creepy? Yes, Fisher-Price “Laugh and Learn” Purse, I’m looking at you. Don’t be fooled by its sweet coloring and giddy smile. Because sometimes late at night when the house is quiet, this little purse makes intermittent zipping and laughing noises without warning or reason. In fact, earlier this…





