“But what if we took the stuffing out of him? What would happen to him then?” Through the dark, his voice, innocent and sweet, was clear. He is so curious, so fascinated by the world around him. So interested in the what ifs, in cause and effect. In figuring out what he can do. Sometimes…
Category Archives: Parenting Challenges
A Mother’s Letter
My babies, You won’t remember this week. You won’t know its terror. I have kept the television off and limited my conversation. You don’t know what has happened. But it has never been far from my thoughts. As your mother, it is my mission to keep you safe. To protect you and care for you….
Early. Again.
I looked at the clock. Early. I was early again. I slowed to a stop in front of his school, to wait. On most days, the days when he is at school for three hours, I don’t have this problem. On those days, I generally arrive right on time. I’m never late. I can’t stand…
It’s a Dog’s Life
“Ok, so it’s been 18 months since he was in, is that right?” Yes. It has. I know. He needs to come yearly. “And he needs his rabies shot?” She was matter-of-fact. Just gathering information. Yes, he needs his shot. That’s what finally got me here…. “Wait, I see it says here his rabies shot…
Not Yet Three
Sometimes I forget how young he is. He runs from room to room, playing games and helping with chores. His confidence, at home, is sure. He climbs to the highest obstacle on every playground. He talks. Incessantly. About anything he sees and everything he thinks. Experiences we had over a year ago. A horse he…
