The Summer of 2019

I want to remember this summer because it is the first one I’ve truly had with both my kids. Summers to me are associated with lots of play and the following: Eating icecream on the deck Running around chasing butterflies Swimming Eating meals outside Watching fireflies Having picnics in the backyard Playing in the sprinkler…

Home is where the heart is

What are the simple, most evident truths? Once upon a time, I would look for answers from philosophers or external sources. As I age, and mother two kids and grow up alongside them, I feel that truth lies mostly in my heart. And home is truly where the heart is. My heart still grows in…

One year

What does it feel like to parent a Muhammad Ali in this age? My son is almost 1 and I am struck already by his strength, his laugh, his heft. First Ali feels like a bowling ball. Ali was 18 lbs at his last doctor’s appointment. I definitely see the benefits of my health club’s…