I’d like to tell you that my family is crazy, but that’s hardly headline news. Whose family isn’t? But in mine there seems to be more drama than in most. In fact, one day I might write a book about it. As just an example, my grandmother calls us non-stop to talk about the same subject on … [Read more...]
Band of Brothers
One of the things that Campbell was most excited about as he entered grade 7 was learning to play an instrument other than the recorder or ukulele. He had his heart set on the alto saxophone. Last Friday he brought one home. I Instagrammed a video of Cam playing Hot Cross Buns and my poor dog … [Read more...]
Life’s a pitch
Several months ago Cuyler announced that he was going to play soccer this summer. I told him that would be fun, thinking he would move off of that idea after a few days. He's not a sporty kid. Nor is he much of a team player - he's more of a solitary guy. In fact, he's never played a sport - team or … [Read more...]
Aftermath
Reading this book this week was timely, since it deals with the aftermath of a tragic event and how the family members are affected. Moving forward from something traumatic is not an easy thing, and we have a window here into how Henry starts to make his way, with a little help. The Reluctant … [Read more...]
Warm Fuzzies
I've written before about Cam and Cuyler's relationship.Lately Cuyler has preferred more solitary play, opting to draw in his room, bounce on his ball , or play on the laptop. Whenever Cam or Eva try to engage him, they usually get his hand in their face and a loud "Go away! Leave … [Read more...]
First For A Reason
That's what I've always thought about Cam.That we had him first for a reason. He was a good baby. It was a lovely transition into parenthood with him (I even forgave him for the 67 pound weight gain as he gestated inside me).My labour and delivery was 2hrs. He nursed like a champ … [Read more...]
This time I told “the guilt” where to go.
Back in the fall, there was an assembly at the boys school and the cross country runners were presented with their ribbons. Cam was one of them. Once his name was called I could hear Cuyler in the crowd starting to cry and fuss. I could hear him and through his jargon figured out … [Read more...]