I am a guilt-ridden-southern-gospel-raised-bible-belt-living person that makes a big deal about putting down the glass figurine in the Hallmark store so they won't even think I'm trying to steal. It's crazy. I feel guilty about the things that I'm not even responsible for and not guilty about screeching at my husband in front of the child. I'm a lovely mess. I've been like this my whole life, I … [Read more...]
my sweet
September 1, 2009 by · 2 Comments
Summit has been obsessed with babies lately. Anytime he sees a stroller with a newborn crying in it, he rushes over, concerned. He peers in at it, then looks at the mom like he's wondering why they aren't doing anything about it. This makes for awkward moments as I pry his grimy hands off the side of the stroller, apologizing for my child and carry him, screeching, away. At home, he carries his … [Read more...]
of which I emotionally rant about something I’m *actually* thankful for
August 26, 2009 by · 4 Comments
Summit starts his second year at Kid's Day Out tomorrow. I find myself excited and sad at the same time. Actions and emotions that I once mocked I both do and feel. I get his blankie with his name embroidered on it nicely folded by his name embroidered stephen joseph backpack. Emotionally, I write his name on sippy cups and lunch boxes. I check and re-check the packing list. I make him a special … [Read more...]
1/20,000
August 24, 2009 by · 1 Comment
Those moments, the memories that come crashing down on our heads, the fire that burns and scorches our flesh... the moments that shape our souls like clay, whirling on the potters wheel. It feels like a knife in the heart at times, stealing breath and causing panic that can be difficult to mask.There is still the warmth of sunshine on my face, I still hear the buzzing of the bees and smell the … [Read more...]