I left the office shaken up. They had pronounced him healthy, growing, thriving. She even said a cheery "No concerns." Both doctor and nurse commented on how well behaved my other children had been at this check up. They smiled and laughed as my kids answered their causal questions, hearing how smart, respectful, and observant … Continue reading Advocate
Category: Parenthood
The Canvas in my Home
Soft fibers warm my harried fingers as I evict this load from the dryer. The scent of fresh laundry fills the room, and I shove the heap of clothes into the basket at my feet, hauling it to the living room where I begin to fold. It's never-ending, this cycle of dirty to clean again. Her shirt … Continue reading The Canvas in my Home
Tumbling
Rage. Anger. Screaming. A child who won't cooperate. Won't give in. Won't back down. She is tumbling in the current while the River shaves off rough edges and knotty pits. It is not a pleasant process. Bouncing in the water she is out of control. There is no sense of direction; up and down she … Continue reading Tumbling
Newborn
Soft squeaks awake me from a shallow sleep. Seven warm pounds stir and stretch against my deflated belly, rooting around to find a meal. I awaken to find two dark little eyes peeking at me through the dim light of our bedroom. The whole world is sleeping, and my whole world is you. Three babies … Continue reading Newborn
Five More Weeks
Five more weeks. Likely a little less; possibly a bit more. Thirty-five weeks ago you appeared on the scene, a spec of dust now stretching my midsection to its max. What once was an imperceptible pebble now feels like a small boulder strapped tightly to my tender back. Your arms and legs press against me, … Continue reading Five More Weeks
Two Precious Stones 