Hudson arrived home with his first real piece of “artwork” in his school backpack last week. See the paint strokes, random colors? Paint, paper, creativity. That constitutes a real painting to me. And it brought great joy, soared my heart to see his beautiful work. Those who can’t talk, or talk much, even more so…
Prom Yes Drugs No
Hello friends, hope you’re all having a great week and happy spring to you! I heard a lone phoebe bird faintly call this morning, confirming that spring may actually make an appearance in New England this year. (Exhale.) So much bad news on the airwaves these days, I’m excited to share this excellent news I…
Apple Puff
Back in 2001 when we still lived in the south, my little nine month old baby Jacob and I boarded a plane, Chicago bound. We headed north for a long weekend to visit my cousin. Made great memories, also some delicious ones. On Saturday morning, we went out to Walker’s Bros. The Original Pancake House for…
Cotton
“It’s the place the New York Times calls “hip”. “ We’re talkin’ Cotton, an eclectic downtown Manchester, NH restaurant located in the Historic Millyard District. “Cotton is known for exceptional food, friendly yet professional service and an inviting, casual upscale atmosphere.” Love the reclaimed mill building, the exposed pipes and beams. Cotton is listed as one…
Music to My Ears
Just got back home from a beautiful evening. A wonderful but emotional night. Those of you who have more than one child may relate to what I say next. As parents, we love our kids equally. And yet each of our children tugs at our heartstrings a little differently. Jacob’s my second born of four,…
Busted (Yeah Me)
The gas light was NOT on when I pulled into the driveway last night. But when I turn the ignition key this morning? It is. Go figure. “Impossible” I sputter, cursing evil fairies that siphon in the wee hours. Busted (Yeah Me) by allie taylor Today’s a very special day, no extra time for a fill-up. And…
Virtual Safari to South Africa
We have an unusual treat on Through Her Looking Glass today! We’re going on a Virtual Safari to South Africa with my friend Susan Meyers. Susan is a nature photographer extraordinaire who just happens to live in South Africa. Originally from St. John (U.S. Virgin Islands), I met her in high school after she moved stateside with…
Grace for Hudson
Many of you know our youngest son Hudson was diagnosed with Down syndrome shortly after birth nearly five years ago. (Catch up here: Can’t Buy This .) At four, he struggles to communicate. He makes lots of conversational noises and syllables. We just can’t understand it. (Yet.) His vocabulary is limited to a few handfuls of words,…
Frost Heaves
So you know what frost heaves are, right? If you’re not from around here, you might not. Frost heaves are part of the carnage that is our New England roads in winter. It’s rough driving here in winter for many reasons including snow and ice. Then frost heaves jump in the mix. They happen when the…
Hot Flash
I find I have many friends who are older more mature than me. This has distinct advantages. Their experience and life wisdom shape my journey, help me avoid major pitfalls. The disadvantage: I hear about the aches, pains, reading glasses, hot flashes in advance. In other words…I KNOW WHAT’S COMING! (And I’m nervous.) Hot Flash by…
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