Ane has been missing her best buddy Lisa lately.  She last saw her a year ago, when they were here for a couple of weeks.  We didn’t tell Ane that Lisa was coming, though, which resulted in a very awesomely staged surprise. The girls have been Skyping like crazy this week, because Lisa started 6th […]

Two years ago, I took this picture… which is probably the most pathetic picture of Thumper in existence. It simultaneously makes me want to laugh and say “awwwww” – that poor little face!

Thinking back on the last time a kid of mine had surgery…. can you believe it’s been almost seven years since Tad broke his leg? That was a tough, tough six weeks.  Hopefully one that will never have to be repeated with any other child. But if it was Rerun, he’d get his healing done […]

I can’t believe that this was two years ago.  It seems like yesterday. They’ve done some growing since then. And in a total non sequitur – it is SO past time for us to get rid of this carpet. Also…. today is Grandma’s birthday!  Happy birthday, Grandma!!!  See you tonight!