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Where should one call home? I’ve always called Texas home, even though I wasn’t born there, only lived there 10 years, and haven’t lived there in 40 years. The answer, I think, is because that’s where my parents live. Well, … Continue reading
Things I Didn’t Expect to be Doing at my Age
Until my daughter came along, the chance that I would be doing any of the following was most unlikely. However, they seem almost normal in the context of raising a child. (1) Changing diapers (Not any more, but I have … Continue reading
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The Velveteen Rabbit & Other Friends
Over the past few years, I have read to my daughter the story of the Velveteen Rabbit at bedtime, the last time, I think, for the first time, all the way through. As her stories go, this one, about a … Continue reading
Swimming Lessons as Life Lessons
At present our daughter is learning to swim and play soccer. In a couple more months, she will had two years of swimming lessons. She is getting quite proficient, confident, and safe, all positive developments. Watching her learn new skills … Continue reading
Before the Lightning Strikes
Around the time I turned 51, I concluded that my lot in life was to remain a bachelor. Shortly after that lightbulb went off, I was dating a woman who had lost her long time husband the year before and … Continue reading
Baby Shower Advice
During my wife’s pregnancy, we were treated to a baby shower by her colleagues. Obviously she was the center of attention, although I got plenty of support, love and advice. Not bad for my first baby shower! I received – … Continue reading
Favorite Friends
Our daughter’s favorite friends have already evolved as she has grown. In her first bedroom at home, the walls were muralled in Dr. Seuss themes – the Zeps on steps, Yertle the Turtle and Sneeches (those with stars upon thars) … Continue reading
Projecting into the Future
All parents universally hope their children become happy and successful. From those broad brush strokes, the details become complex and varied. How much does one nudge a child in a particular direction? How much should a parent merely encourage and … Continue reading
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Aunts & Uncles
Our daughter is fortunate to have two aunts and three uncles just by showing up. Even more fortunate is that all of them take an active, albeit from a distance, positive role in her life. Over time, we have added … Continue reading