Last summer, I took a few notes on Lucy’s classic nap routine in preparation for writing it up before she gave up her nap for good. I wasn’t quick enough. Continue reading “Lucy’s old nap routine”
Lucy’s old nap routine
Shorty
Thirteen months ago today (on December 14, 2008), this is what Rosie looked like. It’s been a big year for Shorty. Continue reading “Shorty”
City girl rides the El
Lucy loves a train, and as a true-born Chicagoan, the El never fails to delight her. Here she is at Belmont on December 12, 2009. Continue reading “City girl rides the El”
Getting the mad out
Parenting a three-year-old requires a variety of skills, but none has been so challenging as the need to grow in my ability to empathize. Continue reading “Getting the mad out”
Group hug
A group hug isn’t always comfortable, but it sure is friendly! Rosie, Lucy, and Mama on November 15, 2009. Continue reading “Group hug”
Snow angel
See? Winter can be fun — with the right attitude. Lucy made snow angels on December 22, 2009. Continue reading “Snow angel”
“Happy New New”
In this video, Rosie is delighted to say her version of “Happy New Year” to you. She also then proceeds to exclaim, “Puppy!” and “Monster!” And we wonder toward the end: will she jump? Continue reading ““Happy New New””
Spaghetti face
Last night, we had a fancy dinner with family at my parent’s new retirement community. Rosie in particular seems to have enjoyed the grub. Continue reading “Spaghetti face”
Our 2009 Mad Lib
Our 2009 Christmas card is out now, and it involves audience participation. It’s a Mad Lib. But do you want to know how we filled it in? Here’s the Boyds’ version. Continue reading “Our 2009 Mad Lib”
In the leaves
It’s always fun to rake the leaves, isn’t it? Rosie seems to think so. Here she is on November 8, 2009. (Click on any thumbnail for an album of four shots.) Continue reading “In the leaves”