Tag: daughter

Not the Usual

I have never been a big Halloween person. I don’t think its evil, or bad nor do I think that people who celebrate it are crazy. It just has never really spoken to me. My wife is really excited about this being our daughters… Continue Reading “Not the Usual”

Lock Out Rant

The day began chaotic. I woke up later than I should have. Claire woke up exactly at the same time I did which meant that I would have to put breakfast and my quiet time aside until she was taken care of. After changing… Continue Reading “Lock Out Rant”

Her Words

  Language is pretty amazing. The fact that we can create an alphabet that connects strings of letters into words; that when spoken create sounds; that create meaning; that convey thought and emotion is pretty astounding. My daughter has so much to say these… Continue Reading “Her Words”

Oh, Boy’s.

Claire is 16 months old and my usual concerns with her range from whether or not she’s holding my hand while going outside, brushing her teeth, making sure mangos and French fries are not all that she eats, and making sure I have a… Continue Reading “Oh, Boy’s.”

The 45 Minute Cushion

So I think I am figuring out this whole timing thing with a baby. I am told that getting anywhere on time with kids is pretty much impossible. “You just have to plan better” was my answer. That was always responded to with laughter… Continue Reading “The 45 Minute Cushion”

Through the eyes of the Father

I love gazing at my daughter. Not looking at, but gazing. When I think of gazing I think of staring with the intent to acknowledge the worthiness of the object I am gazing at.  I look at toast. I gaze at my wife and… Continue Reading “Through the eyes of the Father”