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 »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 »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?
I am almost 28 months old now. Most children my age are running around being chased by a parent. However, I am still not standing independently and I cannot walk. As a child with Down syndrome and congenital heart disease, my medical team and therapists expect delays.
But my lack of gross motor skills has been a source of surprise and frustration, particularly for my physical therapist.
Read More »I’ve heard about multitasking before and I’ve observed adults juggle the following tasks: Checking emails while grocery shopping. Making a doctor’s appointment while sitting in traffic. Folding laundry while listening to a podcast. Chewing gum while walking. Impressive stuff.
I’m getting into game as well. Here are a few examples from my 27-month world.
Read More »May your 2023 include comfortable pajamas and a funny hat.
It’s been quiet around Mom’s blog recently. Just last week, she had surgery and her recovery has been slow with some unanticipated complications. She is starting to feel better but needs quite a bit of rest.
This was a planned procedure and she doesn’t want people to worry. Suffice it to say that after welcoming 8 children into the world, Mom is a bit like Humpty Dumpty. Her surgeon did a fabulous job of putting her back together again.
Read More »Over Thanksgiving my older sister Greta had to file an amended tax return. She had sent it once before.
Apparently the IRS has no record of receiving it.
Read More »I thought Johnny and I were a team. Apparently, something has shifted because he’s cleaned up my messes one too many times.
And has now created a blockade in the kitchen.
Read More »There’s nothing to see here, Mom. You just finish reading the paper and making your selections. I’ll keep exploring while you’re voting at the local precinct.
Remember to bring me a sticker.
Apparently, I’m celebrating All Hallows Eve as a pirate.
Because my older siblings decided for me and bought my costume.
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