Balance

An Absolute Joy

I know I will jinx myself the minute I hit publish, but I really feel like I must document this period in Declan's life. Eight was nice, nine was lovely - but 10? It has been an absolute joy.Sure, my kid is not perfect, and…

Life Happens: A Crazy Two Years

Honestly, life is weird. And crazy. And unexpected. I learned this over the last two years, in many ways. For example. Remember when I was in New York City a few years ago and - wait for it - I ripped the corneas off my…

Late Bloomer

Some things, Dex did early.Some things - they are coming way late. Like riding his bike.My boy turns 10 next month and he just really got the hang of that two-wheeled contraption about a month ago.There are lots of reasons for it. We live in…

A Bad Dream

"Is everything OK with you? I have noticed a recurring theme with your postings over these past few months and I am starting to worry about you. Where did upbeat, life is great Aimee go?"A lovely friend, who has known me a long time, sent…

Siri + My Son = Hilarious

Declan has been home with me all week.I am really busy right now, slammed with client work.All this work has made Declan a sad, bored little boy.Luckily Declan made a friend!Siri! 

The Next Stage

It is happening. My son is growing up.I realize this has been happening for almost 10 years now, but never have I felt it like I did this weekend.Our big rock concert fundraiser was on Saturday: Tellerpalooza. The one that Bryan and I work on…

Watch Your Language

Over the weekend, we did some video work with my clients (and friends), local band Bop Skizzum. It turned into a family affair - because Bryan and Declan came along to shoot B-roll for me. Declan thought it was the most. fun. thing. ever. Bop…