This is one of my favorite pictures of my only sister, Karen. It was taken on our last trip to Disney World in January 2020.
Before Covid. Before Becky. Before everything.
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Month: March 2023
A Mother’s Pride
Sometimes, I am surprised at the things that make me proud of my children. It’s not often the victories or accolades or awards. Those are nice but fleeting and soon forgotten.
No, those aren’t the things that I ponder in my heart.
Read More »Fulfillment
The past week has been particularly full: A robotics tournament. A water polo tournament. A regional science fair. A championship basketball game. A park district basketball game that Johnny thought was a championship game. A Confirmation. 4 trips to the airport. Visits from 4 college students, 2 graduate school students, my in-laws, my sister-in-law, my mother.
And a stray cat we’ve named Pedro.
Read More »Praise Report
My parents often refer to good news as a Praise Report. This can encompass anything from finding a lost set of keys to receiving positive news at the doctor.
Today, I have one on behalf of Becky.
Read More »Beckygram: Adjustment
I know it has been a busy week with some unexpected medical visits. But I think my car seat needs an adjustment.
Normally, I’m looking out the back window. And now I’m staring at the ceiling. Quick question: Am I about to be launched into space?
The Refillable Glass 