Day 338: Lazy Afternoon

Day 338: Lazy Afternoon

We eventually got to a bit of a low key, lazy afternoon, but before that it was a pretty hectic morning. Nothing all that specific, it just felt like one of those days where there was always about 4 things happening all at once that all needed immediate attention.For...
Day 337: Secret Identity

Day 337: Secret Identity

Days of the week have a tendency to run together, particularly in the age of COVID. One day feels like another and another, and Tuesdays have always been especially nondescript. I give credit to Amelia for coming up with a way to give the day some pizazz. I was...
Day 336: Beautiful Boy, Part 5

Day 336: Beautiful Boy, Part 5

The other day, Erin and I were talking about Henry, and marveling at how far he’s come since we got the autism diagnosis last year. I’ve written about it here a few times, but it’s absolutely worth noting how much hard work and progress Henry has...
Day 335: Valentine’s Day

Day 335: Valentine’s Day

Sunday was Valentine’s Day and the kids were very excited to celebrate. And who wouldn’t like a celebration that involves candy, donuts and presents?Valentine’s Day, of course, has its origins in notably darker places than the modern-day hearts,...
Day 334: Still Cold

Day 334: Still Cold

It was really, really cold on Saturday.OK, it’s possible that picture is a bit of an exaggeration, but that’s what it felt like. Low single digits and snow, it was not a day to do much venturing out. It was a pretty uneventful day, so this will be another...