Monthly Archives: March 2009

covet, covet, covet, want, want, want

Using Devana’s classroom as a model, I have compiled a visual list of toys that I want to begin making and collecting for Christian. Together these toys show a range of classic Waldorf playthings. I want the whole kit, cat, … Continue reading

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Seven Days in the Art World

I seem to be stuck in a rut reading nonfiction these days, but I don’t mind so much when the nonfiction is practically as entertaining as fiction. (And that’s not hard when your fiction reading amounts to keeping up with … Continue reading

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Textbook Case

Looks like the little guy had roseola last week – he had all the symptoms: Christian had a fever for three days and then when the fever broke, a rash quickly developed over his torso, creeping up his neck and … Continue reading

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Photomontage of Christian at 10 Months – From Your Old Man

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Letter to Christian at 10 Months

Dear Baby, I hesitate to write this month, because ten months is so close to ONE YEAR, and I can not wrap my head around the fact that you have already become a toddler. That’s right, you have begun to … Continue reading

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Beco Auction!

Do you know anybody who wants a Beco Carrier? The local La Leche League is having an online Beco auction for three brand new Beco Carriers and right now, the highest bid is $50. These carriers normally retail for $140 … Continue reading

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I'm Calling in Sick Today

Oh wait, I can’t do that anymore. Christian has had a lowgrade fever for the last three days – so we’re spending a lot of time sleeping, nursing, and walking around jiggling for comfort. So far, I don’t have a … Continue reading

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When It Rains, It Pours

We had four separate sets of visitors contact us about visiting us this last weekend. Only (only!) three sets came through, so we ‘ve just finished off a a very busy, but pleasant weekend with old friends and family. The … Continue reading

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A Little Ditty I Wrote

To be sung to the tune of “If You’re Happy and You Know It” when your 9-month approaches the edge of the bed. When you get to the edge , turn around. Turn around, turn around, turn around! When you … Continue reading

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Local Teen is Okay

There was an email from Bella’s principal today beseeching parents to talk to their kids about driving safely (which means NOT TEXTING WHILE DRIVING) because there were two accidents involving students yesterday. Here is the pic he attached – the … Continue reading

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