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Nov 9, 20222 min read

Another Stretch of the Umbilical Cord

This week was another stretch of the umbilical cord. I’m deeply grateful for all the adults in my daughter’s life. So many loving and...

Oct 13, 20221 min read

Seeing the World Through the Eyes of my Daughter

We went on a hike to Brainard Lake recently. She was strapped on my back in one of those fancy hiking packs. Walking is just part of the...

Jul 25, 20191 min read

The Dance is On

My baby and I are in a dance. I’m not actually the lead, she is. She offers me a cue, and I respond to what she needs. We move seamlessly...

Jul 22, 20192 min read

The Deciding Moment

My baby falls asleep I lay her down on her belly And a moment of panic kicks in How long do I have? Is this a cat nap? Or a longer...

Jul 4, 20191 min read

The Liberty of Loving Completely

Happy Independence Day! I’ve traded in one kind of freedom and independence, for the liberty to get to love someone so completely. My...