Sink or Swim
Declan is about to finish his third round of swimming lessons, and he is more of the SINK variety in his class. We aren't going for round #4 right now because soccer is starting up - but I *can* say that Declan did actually do…
That Night
I have blabbed about this to everyone I know in person, but it doesn't feel "complete" unless I spew all over the internet too. Last week, right before I left for Houston, Declan basically lost his mind. COMPLETELY. LOST. HIS. MIND.Losing one's mind at 6…
Two Dads
Tonight we are going out with friends, two friends who happen to be two daddys. To spell it out and be perfectly clear, they are GAY. Which is NOT a dirty word in our house, and in fact, we are pretty sure Declan at least…
The Mirror
I am about to lose my mind. Thank god school started again this morning. Because December was rough. I was beginning to think some alien creature from Planet Asshole came down and inhabited my son's body. At the same time, I'll also try to give…
Crash
This week, my friend Amy's business partner had a car accident. Which sucks. But is especially scary since she is 6 months pregnant. She is fine, but is now on modified bed rest. Send her good thoughts.But what was freaky for me, upon seeing Amy's…
Getting Reactive
Remember how action-packed our Thanksgiving weekend was? When I wore my family out with fun-filled activities? And how overwhelmed Declan was with the whole thing - especially the Michael Franti extravaganza.I ended up having a big old talk with my therapist, because I admit, as…
Who Is Missing From Your Table?
I have often said that Thanksgiving is my most favorite holiday. Why? Because it is all about coming together with family and friends. There is no religion to muck things up. Very little commercialism. And a whole lot of food.And mostly, I LOVE the idea…