Category Archives: Parenting

Cozy Cohort

For some reason, when I saw this scene, it reminded me of a horrible dish my college cafeteria used to serve up called “Broccoli and Friends.”  Here he is – my little vegetable – surrounded by all his favorite entertainments.  Blue Puppy.  A piece of his train set.  The remote control.  Still, apparently, it was …

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Plank Position

I think this whole planking trend is ridiculous.  Apparently, my three-year-old doesn’t. Rather than participate, Blue Puppy has stuck his head in the sand blankie.  He’s not Cormac’s puppy ANYWAY. Eh.  It’s too hot to play outside, anyway.  Snooze on, little planker.  Snooze on.

Guest Napper #24

After being up with a really feverish child last night, I can certainly relate to Liam. His mom, Desiree, had no problem with getting right up in his chubby little face in order to capture this great moment of relaxation. And what’s wrong with it?  We all like to push back after a great meal and …

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Slumber of the Supplicant

For the most part, William takes after his father.  Engineer.  Analytical.  Actually has the capability to keep to himself for five minutes.  When I see this photo, though, I can pretend for a second that he’s like me…and that he fell asleep in mid-sentence for all his constant talking at people. The detail you might …

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