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I Was Mean Girled by My Own Daughter
We are heading to the Keys for a week-long vacation soon, and so I loaded the kids up late last week to head over to Target for the dreaded bathing suit purchase. Can…
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Gracie in Home Depot
Chris had to run to Home Depot this past weekend, and in the interest of creating quality family time, I insisted that we all go along. This always happens. And it always proves…
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An Honest Mistake
Gracie gave this note to Chris the other day. “Sorry,” she told him. “I meant to write ‘Dad,’ but I accidentally wrote, ‘Mom.'” It’s been a week and this still makes me laugh.
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An Itemized Statement of Gracie
Item #1: Gracie has her preK graduation in a few weeks. I hyperventilate every time I say that. I can’t believe she is going to be in kindergarten this fall. We have her kindergarten…
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Happy 5th Birthday, Gracie Girl!
We have been counting down for this birthday since the day after she turned four. Tomorrow, Gracie Girl turns five years old! “A WHOLE HAND!” as she has reminded us for at least…
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Race, According to a Four-Year-Old Girl
“Gracie,” Bean said. “Your skin is Caucasian color.” “No, it’s not,” replied Gracie thoughtfully, looking at her arm. “It’s pink.”
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I Knew She’d Be My Girl
When I found out I was having a baby girl, I pictured Gracie. Before I knew her name. Before I saw my first ultrasound. Before I heard her speak. I pictured Gracie. I…
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The Demons Are Back
The demons have possessed Gracie again. Don’t be fooled by that sweet smile. She’s like those man-eating plants that lure prey to them with their sweet smell. You lean in for a minute…
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Gracie Update: Age 22 Months
Gracie Girl is 22 months old this week. In some ways, I can’t believe she is almost two-years-old, but in other ways it is hard to believe she’s ONLY two-years-old. Gracie Girl is…
