Tag: birth
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Two Peas, Different Pods
Birth. It marks our entrance into the world. When two of my kids had children on the same day, it was cause, not only for rejoicing, but chuckles. Both are boys. One in Orlando, one in Austin, Texas. Miles apart birthday buddies. Babies are lots of fun–and lots of work. I typically think…
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The Best Laid Plans Aren’t Always The Best
She waited. For the right moment. A crowd was present. It could be indicative of what she expects in the future. Sloane Sibben entered the world after stubbornly staying put longer than the comfort level of her mom. No amount of labor would move that child from her warm space. They had to do a…
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Why Wait When Whining Works?
Waiting is the pits. Anticipation doesn’t always stir my heart with exhilaration. Whether it’s the expectation of time with a special person or the excitement of a long awaited event, time passes with the slowness of a crippled snail. Not a fan of slow snails. I’m in Atlanta, awaiting the arrival of Sloane, Chris and Melody’s daughter. The…
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Hello? Hello? Is Anyone There?
She talks to her all the time. If you didn’t know better, you’d think she was talking to herself. Melody and Chris are having their first baby soon. Another grandchild for us, but their little girl will be their introduction into parenthood. Melody has already been having conversations with her daughter. Conversations I’d expect from…
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If You Leave, He Will Come
I knew it would happen. This must be one of Murphy’s Laws. The Law of Inevitability. Our oldest daughter, Heather, was due with her fifth child. They live two miles from us, and we’ve anticipated being there to help with the kids when the time came. To be there in the role of Nana to…
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