Category Archives: Liam

Distracted

Posted on February 9, 2012 by RG

I just read an article about being a distracted parent.  It was a bit overwrought in my opinion – MAN, do twenty first century parents really know how to beat ourselves up – but its point is one I take. … Continue reading →

Posted in Jack, Liam, Navel Gazing (and I Don't Mean Oranges) | 3 Comments

I am feeling very . . .

Posted on January 25, 2012 by RG

Jack loves to name his emotions right now.  He usually seems to pick the right word – though he loves to say “I am very embarrassed,” no matter what he’s actually feeling.  I am proud of him.  I think being … Continue reading →

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Christmas

Posted on January 2, 2012 by RG

We’re rewinding a bit to mid-December, when Jack and I made Christmas cookies.  I’d like it recorded here, so I can get my Awesome Holiday Mom points.  See, we have that book “The Sweet Smell of Christmas,” in which Mother … Continue reading →

Posted in Categorizing Things is Overrated, Holidays and Celebrations, Jack, Liam, Parents and Siblings and Cousins, Oh My! | 3 Comments

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Posted on December 20, 2011 by RG

The other day we put the kids in the car after supper and we drove them through the twinkling streets of uptown New Orleans to marvel at the lights.  We pointed out the magnificent displays – There’s Santa, Jack, riding … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays and Celebrations, Jack, Liam, New Orleans | 2 Comments

IRRITATION

Posted on December 16, 2011 by RG

Frustrated by a minor situation with a project I’m doing at school.  This guy could give lessons in how not to do things.  Lesson 1 – do not assign something to a middle man that you want to micromanage yourself. … Continue reading →

Posted in Domestic Bliss, Jack, Liam, Sixteen Tons | 3 Comments