Tag Archives: parenthood

daddy’s home.

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Ashlee

Sometimes when I look at Everett, I can see the tiny wheels spinning in his head, brain working at full speed trying to figure out cause and effect and all that jazz. If I push this button, the batmobile will … Continue reading →

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growth charts be gone.

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Ashlee

*sigh* First things first, I am writing this down confession style because last Wednesday I blogged about our solid food escapades, while in the same day learning that Everett has dropped to the 2% for weight. Clearly I should not … Continue reading →

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when you miss the sunrise.

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Ashlee

This morning Everett and I were lying in bed, him babbling and me half-sleeping. My stomach growled and E giggled as I begrudgingly swung my legs off the bed. I noticed there was an orange tint to the room, and … Continue reading →

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fathers and sons.

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Ashlee

“A boy needs a father to show him how to be in the world. He needs to be given swagger, taught how to read a map so that he can recognize the roads that lead to life and the paths … Continue reading →

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firsts.

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Ashlee

Everett laughed for the first time last week. Not a squeal, or a half-giggle, both of which he’s been doing for weeks (months?) now, but a real, true, from-the-bottom-of-his-belly LAUGH. It was music to my little ears. He’s done it … Continue reading →

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