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Spring Is a Season of Firsts

It’s finally spring in Brooklyn, and all things are new! Today we took our first real trip to the playground for the season.   Jacob can ride the tire swing like a big guy now. He still loves the sandbox, but doesn’t need me in there to help him find toys or build.   Henry […]

April 9, 2013

Modern Perspectives, Motherhood, Young Married Mom

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Busy, Busy Times and My Favorite Thoughts on the New Pope

Things have been busy in these parts, with John studying for a big exam, me trying to simultaneously finish a novel edit and complete our taxes, Jacob mimicking everything we say, and Henry growing bigger and bigger and bigger.   We are exhausted, our backs ache, but man, oh man, is this an exciting season […]

March 20, 2013

Faith, Modern Perspectives, Motherhood, Young Married Mom

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Dear Jacob XXII

Dear Jacob,   This letter has been weeks in the making. Life is busy with you and baby Henry. I think about your growth and progress all the time. I thank God for you over and over each day. I’ve even taken notes as to not forget what I’ve been thinking about you. Now, finally, […]

February 4, 2013

Modern Perspectives, Motherhood, Young Married Mom

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