tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84270098706304324702012-02-12T20:56:27.968-06:00Tara & Jai had their first baby, Julia, who was due on Dec 13, but was born Dec 9, 2008 @ 3:22am. Tara & Jai had their second baby, Jacqueline, who was due on Jan 19, but was born Jan 11, 2012 @ 8:43pm. This is the place where we intend to keep everybody informed about our family's activities & thoughts. For their sakes, reduce, recycle & reuse.Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.comBlogger2891100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-1302738875968609692012-02-09T21:44:00.001-06:002012-02-09T21:50:29.899-06:00

Joyful Julia, a photo by bmitd67 on Flickr.Julia wears her emotions on her sleeve. Here she truly enjoys a winter afternoon on her tricycle.

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-69116055528977658422012-02-09T21:19:00.001-06:002012-02-09T21:19:48.997-06:00

Julia is already on the academic fast track. Today she was moved from the older 2's/younger 3's to the 3's classroom at her Parent's Day Out program. She is now on the fast track to a life of ridicule and difficulty finding boys to date... She also gets her first taste of life at Wellesley... her class is all girls, giving her plenty of time to "just say no" to the all women's experience.

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Subject: Meal Help OK, Friends & Family – This is new to me so I apologize if there are any glitches. I think it’s supposed to be pretty simple. I’m sending this to many people so thanks for any help with anything! Cannot hurt, right? All the books say to ask for help! If you cannot help, no worries! : ) Feel free to forward to anyone else too. THANKS! Meal Registry Invitation

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Jacqueline Suzanne, a photo by bmitd67 on Flickr. Born 1/11/12 8:43pm 5lbs 14oz, 18.5" long

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com4Vanderbilt Hospital, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37212, USA36.1416897 -86.801790436.1400867 -86.8042579 36.1432927 -86.7993229tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-26772460837436846192012-01-11T16:12:00.003-06:002012-01-11T16:12:38.890-06:00

Tara is laboring but we can't get to the breaking point. Contractions are hovering around every 10min. They are getting more intense but not more frequent. If something doesn't give this will be the 3rd night of labor. I have to say for all of Tara's low tolerance for discomfort (Its too cold, its too hot, etc) she is a monster at handling these contractions. Her focus and concentration are awe

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We got down to 8min apart but they slowly went back up to 20min apart and now they are back around 8. Damn you mother nature! Finish what you start please.

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-45640766611941208792012-01-11T01:42:00.001-06:002012-01-11T01:42:35.497-06:00

Tara's been having contractions at a rate of 1 every 9min. We're aiming for 6 or 7 min for an hour before we go to the hospital. So we might be having another middle of the night, rainy day baby.

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-78237638078299490132012-01-09T20:58:00.000-06:002012-01-11T07:37:47.144-06:00

Yesterday Beyoncé (Ingrid Jackson) and Jigga had a baby. Big up to them on the birth of their baby girl. Today Tara says she feels weird, not labor necessarily but weird none-the-less. Is it time? I'm sure if Beyoncé hadn't had her baby Tara would feel fine, right? Riiiight.

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I go to the midwife every week now so I decided to combine the blog post for 37 & 38 weeks, mainly because I hadn't written anything for last week yet! : ) Also not much has happened or changed in a week! On Dec. 27 my appointment was with Soheyl who is our primary midwife this pregnancy & last one with Julia. It was wonderful to see her, especially as I hadn't seen her in MONTHS! 1 reason is

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One of our friends from church, actually my co-worker's husband, gave me a harmonica the other day - for Julia I assumed! : ) We're not into gifts for Christmas anymore & we'd done some of her birthday gifts over the last few weeks (from Uncles Mike & Chad, from Grandma Bonnie, from us). Also she'd gotten her Christmas/birthday gifts from Angel & Dawn last weekend plus the NEW bed so I didn't

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-74409039659859077372011-12-23T20:54:00.000-06:002012-01-02T14:23:22.163-06:00

It was delivered this morning! So exciting! I think I'm more excited than anyone. I don't know why, but it seems so great! Julia has a twin sized bed with mattress, foundation, 2 sheets, 2 pillows & a comforter. : ) We ordered it 3 weeks ago from Nature's Greenlife (http://www.naturesgreenlife.com/) after some deliberation, looking on the Internet, & eventually met with Debby at the store/studio

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Today was a day filled with lots of pregnancy related activities. My friend, Jessie, & I are due 3 weeks apart & since it is Winter Break, we decided to get together for some pregnancy time. First we went to the La Leche League meeting in East Nashville that meets on the third Wednesday mornings which usually we cannot attend, but this one was perfect timing. It was great to see some familiar

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After many months of waiting, first because of the hot summer, then roofers' busy schedule, it was inclement weather whenever it seemed to be our time, that seemed to delay us getting a new roof. However, finally it happened & it's so pretty. It came with quite a price tag (thank goodness for an equity line), but it looks beautiful. Jai picked out the slates as that is one thing I didn't care

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-52875028628887551762011-12-09T21:27:00.000-06:002011-12-17T15:28:19.800-06:00

We celebrated with a family dinner with Grandma Bonnie & Poppy. Then we ate her traditional applesauce cake made by mom, & ice cream, Julia's new favorite (quick 2nd is Popsicles, but I need to make more). Also she opened a few presents which she really enjoyed this year! What a great kid Julia is! Thanks for 3 wonderful years of fun & laughter! Looking forward to many more!

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-40452427371904187702011-11-29T19:29:00.001-06:002011-12-05T08:03:29.386-06:00

Julia, what else are you doing today? I repeated the question. I'm going to take a nap. Julia finally answered. That's a good thing, taking a nap. I said. Thank you, daddy. Sleep well, Julia. Thank you, daddy. She rushed over my words. That's a pleasant phone call.

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-77908655730657882962011-11-24T19:26:00.000-06:002011-12-26T11:42:18.933-06:00

It was so nice to have the day off with both Jai & Julia, us all home together, no work, no school, no plans in the morning. I'd done holiday cooking preparation already - our contribution was ice cream. I made a few different kinds during the weekend. We had a leisurely day of homemade pancakes. Julia took her nap, then we headed to my mom's for appetizers, soup, then dinner. Lots of yummy food,

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-33322143661836092332011-11-23T19:25:00.000-06:002011-12-26T11:37:58.008-06:00

I wish I could remember what I was going to write about this visit to see midwife. I didn't gain any weight from the past 5 weeks which is a miracle. Thank goodness! I talked with the midwife about next visit which is for the Group B strep test - I forget what it does, something that is important to know if you have before delivery because of treatment so baby doesn't get the virus. I wonder if

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-24136461273015865592011-11-22T07:25:00.000-06:002011-12-26T11:24:22.259-06:00

UGH! Once again I have an old post with only the title to remind me of what I might have wanted to write. Well, here goes with trying to remember from a month ago! : ) We took a child birth class series at General Hospital on 4 Monday evenings in November (we missed 1 class because of family illnesses). Even though we plan to have the baby at Vanderbilt Hospital as that is where the midwifery

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YUMMY! The food truck was at the West Nashville Farmer's Market yesterday & we hadn't eaten there in FOREVER. So glad we ventured out so far! We got lots of great green veggies, some meat, goat cheese of course, finally found some APPLES & the raw food. Then we snacked on a grilled cheese sandwich, tater tots (Jai & Julia shared) & the special dessert of vanilla bean/pumpkin pudding. It was a

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I'm not really a fan. I like meats, eggs & cheese too much to be a vegetarian, much less a vegan. We try to buy/eat less meat to decrease our carbon footprint & definitely buy local products whenever possible. However, we still cook our food.  Today I got some amazing food from The Raw Warrior at the West Nashville Farmer's Market. I've actually sampled some of their wares when we'd stop by their

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-69600824784009726162011-11-17T07:10:00.001-06:002011-11-17T07:10:52.945-06:00

That's all I want to say. It's not right!

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-37629092344569025712011-11-08T15:39:00.000-06:002011-11-08T15:39:07.025-06:00

Julia has been very verbal from the moment she became verbal. Her vocabulary and grammar is pretty amazing; picking up on the things we say, filling in gaps and so on. Recently she's gone off the rails with imaginary language. Sometimes Julia will talk for 20 minutes straight in her own imaginary language. Its a verbal vomit. She starts talking about something and then it transforms into this

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This is the book Julia got from Imagination Library yesterday. Jai & Julia told me she got a new book, but I forgot to ask what it was or look at it. I usually do when I get home from work as I'm excited when it arrives in the mail. However, it was Friday & I was really tired! Growing this baby is exhausting! This morning walking home from the Y with Julia, we were talking about her new book &

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-47614214469530155342011-11-04T19:23:00.000-05:002011-11-12T09:08:51.488-06:00

The reality is that children say what they hear from others, in particular parents or their consistent caregivers. Lately I am saying the word "crap" too much, mainly frustration with some toilet training lapses/accidents! Now it is a favorite phrase of a little girl in our house. Actually Julia proves my hypothesis constantly. Once again it happened recently. I really need to watch what I say!

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-63522728554981435662011-11-04T10:25:00.001-05:002011-11-11T16:13:09.860-06:00

Three year olds are obviously short versions of the adults they will become. Julia has expressed herself really well since she was much smaller but today she took it one step further. She said she was hungry (mid-morning snack) and I was apparantly taking too long so without announcement or warning she runs off. About 20 secs later she reappears and says in a very matter-of-fact,

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midwife visit on 10-28-11 - week 28 First of all, I almost passed out when I saw the scale! I gained 10 pounds in 5 weeks. That's not good! I decided to stop eating the junk food (there is always something yummy at work!!). Pregnancy is really no excuse to eat everything in sight, especially when it's off my blood type (I really hurt myself when that happens). I also need to get back to my

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-18303803858029099752011-10-24T15:26:00.000-05:002011-11-08T15:06:58.291-06:00

week 27 - 3rd trimester - nesting insanity! You should see the list I've made of stuff to complete in next 3 months. Crazy! Some of it is necesssary as we'll use it immediately once baby is born. clean the infant car seat & crib make sure we have the other infant stuff pulled out of storage contact Smile Mommy! to set up cloth diaper service again Some of it doesn't have to be done, it's more

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-16351444688583707942011-10-16T21:31:00.000-05:002011-10-18T17:41:25.529-05:00

We're having another baby due in January 2012.  We were slow to tell people again (14-15 weeks), this time we haven't even sent a mass email, just word of mouth. We're excited & happy, but tired usually, so don't think about it.  Once again the gender is unknown as we like the surprise. We're working with same midwifery center affiliated with Vanderbilt Hospital; actually our primary midwife is

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Finally it happened! For the past 2 1/2 months Julia has been honing her skills on the toilet. Gradually she started wearing underwear during the day instead of the potty pants or even the commando look which she LOVES almost as much as underwear! About 6 weeks ago she started to wear underwear all the time & improved on her ability to get to the toilet & pull down pants & underwear with fewer &

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-84283733724109791772011-10-10T13:31:00.001-05:002011-10-10T13:31:43.589-05:00

Dorice Josephine Glascoe Wright, E.D.  Dorice fought it but ultimately, cancer won. I saw Dorice less frequently than almost all of my cousins. She and her brother are longtime Northeasterners, Dorice in the Boston area and her brother, Lewis, in New York which are places very far away from me. Not until I started going to family reunions as an adult did I have any significant contact with

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com3Nashville, TN 37216, USA36.2130528 -86.726548336.1874303 -86.76603030000001 36.2386753 -86.6870663tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-67454553389476713262011-08-23T15:09:00.003-05:002011-08-25T17:16:25.619-05:00

Julia has taken to song. She's been singing for a long time but now she has more melodies and more words to put with it. Most of her songs are sung to the tune of "Old McDonald" but she throws in the occasional "ABC" or "Itsy Bitsy Spider". Lyrically she sings the adventures of Julia and family in the tradition of the epic songs of old or the griot songs of west Africa. A typical song might be

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0Nashville, TN 37216, USA36.2130528 -86.7265482999999936.1900253 -86.7538953 36.2360803 -86.69920129999998tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-30561489421008781242011-08-03T13:19:00.000-05:002011-08-03T13:19:11.252-05:00

"I'm a girl, a child." Julia says emphatically. "Don't call me a baby" she adds with even more confidence. We continue to direct her but Julia is taking control of her life quickly. She is moving through potty training with lightening speed now that we've started to emphasize it. She so wants to wear underwear - "like you and like mommy". Her abilities and skills continue to appear and refine.

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-21390515484482784302011-08-01T13:23:00.000-05:002011-08-01T13:23:59.671-05:00

Happy birthday to my favorite wife!! I hope your day is the start of a wonderful year.

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-84477776229314755562011-07-26T23:32:00.000-05:002011-07-26T23:32:49.287-05:00

"I can't do it! I can't pee." Julia yells from the potty which Tara can see but I can't. We hear the frustration in her voice. Of course, it is between dinner and bed which is essentially Julia's "I am frustrated" time of the day. She leaves the bathroom - bottomless. Then the bluestreak we so often see, Julia running from one room to another, goes blazing down the hall toward the bathroom. At

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com1Nashville, TN 37216, USA36.2130528 -86.7265482999999936.1900253 -86.7538953 36.2360803 -86.69920129999998tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-22984349777997754902011-07-23T21:25:00.004-05:002011-11-11T16:14:14.432-06:00

Yesterday I got a voice mail message from Jai describing the first successful "pee in the pot." So exciting!! The other day my sister & mother were discussing whether I'd be "upset" to miss this first milestone ... NO! I just want it to happen. The past few months have been frustrating as the process has been so slow. I of course am not a patient person. As this process continues to teach me,

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-42444187716290685452011-07-22T11:27:00.002-05:002011-07-22T11:30:42.859-05:00

I told my dad not to come in the bathroom with me and I peed in the pot all by myself. Dad gave me two Dora stickers and I put them on my feet, one right there and one right there. My dad said he was proud of me.

Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10663787165469088890noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-28651492080788625842011-07-09T21:20:00.002-05:002011-09-27T01:10:34.268-05:00

I usually call her that. However, she is in Nashville for her annual visit (I wish she could visit more often) & my mom calls her "Suz." That is a great nickname. "Hey, Suz!" She & my mom laughed & laughed when they heard me say it for the first time. I'm SO adorable!!! : ) Come visit again soon, Suz!

Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10663787165469088890noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-90346209477530311242011-05-11T15:47:00.000-05:002011-05-13T15:39:11.875-05:00

If you need more proof as to why local is better look at this...The Benefits of Buying Locally [Infographic]

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-20584879262084687992011-05-09T11:48:00.000-05:002011-11-06T15:03:24.387-06:00

Frances book for Julia from Bonnie - I meant to write this post months ago obviously, but found it in the draft box! YIKES! Bonnie gave Julia the book "Bread for Frances" on Mother's Day.  That is so sweet for a grandmother to give her granddaughter a present for Mother's Day. Usually it's the other way around & we did something for my mother for MD, but I cannot remember now what. I think we had

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-10660121267645308682011-05-03T11:09:00.000-05:002011-05-03T11:09:52.079-05:00

...watching Julia sleep peacefully.

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-12325231523505438462011-04-30T08:10:00.000-05:002011-10-17T21:30:07.916-05:00

This really should be my mom's post because she told us this story. Julia was at Bonnie's, probably a Monday when Jai worked at library, and they were next door playing on the neighbors' swing set. Suddenly Julia took off running toward Bonnie's house, yelling "Eat, Eat, Eat!" She was hungry apparently & there was no stopping her from exclaiming her need for food. We laughed & laughed when Bonnie

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-18719414325065774932011-04-16T18:41:00.004-05:002011-05-10T13:49:43.594-05:00

a toddler version of Julia at bedtime.

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-67676146089202803622011-04-15T09:56:00.002-05:002011-04-16T21:51:47.807-05:00

Tara posted recently about giving herself over to our marriage, child and each other more fully. I too have had to come to terms with that concept. I haven't been forthright with her about my finances which has been a burden on me because I knew I should tell her the full extent of my debt but I didn't because among other things, I thought I could handle it. We have had several meetings about our

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-82963950911281103882011-04-07T09:09:00.000-05:002011-04-07T09:09:21.677-05:00

I know I shouldn't laugh at Julia when she feels bad - she's got some stomach bug - but her pitiful call for Tara or me is really cute and even a bit funny in its pitifulness. "mooommeeeee" if Tara is here and "daaaddddeee" every other time. I don't know exactly what's going on. She ate a good breakfast yesterday but after the Y she ate about 2 bites of a granola bar and wanted to go take her

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-21645960808194720512011-04-03T08:03:00.000-05:002011-10-17T08:03:42.880-05:00

I've been meaning to post about Joel for months, in particular 2 stories! Even though it is October, I'm going to date this in April because these definitely happened before that.  Joel moved into our house in February 2010 & moved out in March 2011. It was an interesting experience for all of us. Johnders fell in love, truly adores Joel. Julia did too - she really enjoyed seeing Joel every day.

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-3830116414350404862011-03-31T20:42:00.003-05:002011-10-17T07:49:14.296-05:00

Maybe finally an answer to a health mystery I feel I've been dealing with for years! Reading the book Living Well with Hypothyroidism (Mary Shomon) has been hugely helpful. There's a checklist that confirms the MANY symptoms I experience most days. Update on 10-17-11 This post is the final one of the draft titles I started in March. Yeah, I might be close to writing a real, live, current post!

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-74154258954192323462011-03-28T07:37:00.000-05:002011-10-17T07:38:17.731-05:00

Another wonderful title as I catch up on posts I started in March! I think it was during Spring Break that I read the 4 quarterly issues of the 2010 Wellesley magazines. In this case, old news is still good news. I really enjoy reading about current events on campus as well as various stories related to alumnae issues/concerns. Despite the cold weather most of the year, I am sad that I don't live

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-15395815336545869132011-03-27T07:29:00.000-05:002011-10-17T07:29:59.384-05:00

This seems to keep happening. I don't know why I expect this teething business to be over, never to reappear again. I guess her teeth are still emerging through her gums or whatever. However, it continues to stump us when it happens. Maybe 1 day we'll understand, but for now I feel like a new parent again & again. Sometimes I wish there was a good parent manual.  For now, we do our best to keep

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-47784461008071040492011-03-26T07:24:00.000-05:002011-10-17T07:25:37.564-05:00

This one isn't as hard to remember because Julia still makes these sounds. It's adorable! Truly an expressive person who enjoys her food. Not surprising since I am a lover of food, like mother, like daughter! : )

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-69855496460201114612011-03-19T07:06:00.000-05:002011-10-17T07:07:10.760-05:00

Once again here's a title I wrote in March, but I'm not sure what I planned to write. It's Spring Break & we didn't travel anywhere. I suspect for financial reasons, but don't remember. Again, not that interesting now, but stayactions can be fun too. I'm sure I got a facial or something pampering & had lunch with Anne Marie. That's what I usually try to do when I have a break.  Of course more

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-69245938970513855922011-03-12T06:59:00.000-06:002011-11-06T14:56:27.996-06:00

I wrote the title a LONG time ago, but didn't write anything. I haven't written anything on the blog in months. I wish I had more discipline when it comes to writing. When Julia had the flu in March, she was having trouble resting in her crib, she couldn't get comfortable sleeping at night, there wasn't enough room for pillows. She would sleep on the mattress on the floor during her daily nap.

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-21904626972586477792011-02-11T14:55:00.003-06:002011-05-03T16:10:00.891-05:00

A few weeks ago I finally finished Barbara Kingsolver's recent book. I thought it was published recently, then I saw that it was in 2007 - not so much! : ) 1. I wish I had read it sooner, it is so good, so interesting. 2. I love Barbara Kingsolver! It surprises me that it took me 4 years to get & read this book (from the library, you know I don't buy books anymore!). 3. It's impressive &

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-39088256122539510082011-02-10T20:40:00.001-06:002011-02-11T15:43:14.141-06:00

TN snow in 2011Originally uploaded by bmitd67What is going on with the weather this winter? OMG!We finally went to school ALL 5 days last week. We didn't do that 1 week in January.We attended school 13 days in January! This is insane!Once again snow fell in middle TN on Wednesday afternoon & into the evening. MNPS schools dismissed 2 hours early which is a good thing because the snow started

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-3644058045552858622011-01-22T13:29:00.001-06:002011-02-12T12:46:24.726-06:00

Imagine Sofia Vergara's voice saying "yes" - coming out of the mouth of an adorable 2 year old.It's hilarious & cute! So cute!For those who don't watch "Modern Family" & don't know who Sophia Vargara is, it makes me sad.It is one of the funniest shows. Julia doesn't even watch it & she imitates it! : )

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-91776935541349832312011-01-14T13:11:00.002-06:002011-02-11T15:00:17.430-06:00

Tara writes: apparently Jai says "back off" to Johnders when he gets in the way or is too aggressive, especially with Julia.So now I (Julia) say it ALL the time to Johnders. Sometimes Johnders gets too close to me. I am good at expressing my feelings & I tell him to give me space.Tara again: it's hilarious to hear her talk to him. Sometimes she's kind of loud & obnoxious, especially when

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-58343862696429490672011-01-11T22:20:00.000-06:002011-01-11T22:20:11.462-06:00

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-69415082610270471832011-01-01T13:12:00.001-06:002011-01-11T13:39:27.068-06:00

New mattress, new car seat, new beginnings in this new year.I'm a big girl now!I still need a bed for this new mattress, actually Daddy is going to build a platform for it. For now it's on the floor against one wall with a sheet & blankets. Low to the ground is a good thing since I'll be climbing in & out of it, might as well not fall & hurt myself! Really it's still a crib mattress, but it's a

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-37244027580787082292010-12-30T11:00:00.004-06:002011-01-11T13:17:52.451-06:00

Jai told me that Julia puts the crayons back in the box in a particular way. From what we can tell, right now it only seems as if she lines the crayons with the brand name facing up, nothing more, like we haven't noticed that they have to be in a certain color order. It's really funny as she says "no" if one of us does it differently & she'll change it.She does something else that seems very

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-72228993089489728852010-12-27T22:01:00.001-06:002010-12-30T13:26:06.432-06:00

Tara & I don't see eye to eye on religion & church. There's no animosity or antagonism; we just had very different experiences as kids - both of us had positive church childhoods but they served different purposes & made different impressions on us. Now it is our turn to show Julia what it means to be a part of a community & I have to figure out where church fits in. I'll try to stay away from

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-34524981689437504282010-12-27T14:02:00.005-06:002011-01-01T15:20:07.844-06:00

Right now I'm listening to the sounds of Julia having a grand time in her crib - NOT SLEEPING! It's hilarious! Much better than an hour ago when she was screaming & crying - not sure why since she usually goes to sleep with no problem. Not today - so odd! I hope it doesn't mean the end of daytime nap is near. I think she's off her routine with me home for 2 weeks. BUMMER! I really wanted a

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-26382791429114395292010-12-25T12:03:00.004-06:002011-04-15T21:57:43.749-05:00

Disclaimer: we (my parents) cannot remember my log-in so I (Julia) am relying on Tara (AKA Mommy) to write my blog post. Just as I do with my correspondence I have to rely on the help of adults. Also the delay has meant that it really is 1-11-11, not actually Christmas, that this post is being finished. That being said, the sentiment is real. : ) It has not happened in MANY years in Nashville

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-31162506696820030942010-12-23T20:59:00.003-06:002011-01-02T11:05:54.470-06:00

Basically that's what a friend called us for not participating in the consumer side of Christmas. "We're not stimulating the economy, not taking part in capitalism." I know we're different & sometimes I'm sad for Julia to not have the whole experience of waking up on Christmas morning to a tree with lots of presents under it. I have fond memories of the anticipation & excitement & watching my

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-42844026998042340122010-12-21T05:59:00.003-06:002011-04-15T21:56:07.909-05:00

Recently we watched this documentary produced & narrated by comedian Chris Rock. We learned so much, even my brother, Joel, learned something even though he knew way more than Jai & I. It was funny & scary at the same time. Really I am totally ignorant about black hair ... because I have "good" hair. I feel fortunate, but also disappointed at what seems unethical & criminal. It's outrageous

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-2722614470136265522010-12-20T06:22:00.002-06:002011-04-15T21:47:45.860-05:00

That is what I said after I heard about the firing of the soccer coach, Lisa Howe. I saw part of BU's president's explanation that is wasn't for reasons related to sexuality & I hope it wasn't. Unfortunately we probably won't know the real reasons, especially because of some confidentiality agreement, but it makes me wonder. I know there are TONS of reasons why people are fired. Fortunately

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-29652564186124338252010-12-19T19:58:00.002-06:002011-04-15T21:40:35.449-05:00

This book by Jeremy Adam Smith is really interesting. I know you wonder how I have time to read all these books I write about on the blog. I wonder too! However, I'm pretty sure this book (Jai bought it last year I think) is one I'd been reading for most of this year. I have a book in different locations - my bedside, near my stationary bike (doesn't get read often), living room for non-TV/

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-16239669783043189452010-12-16T13:04:00.000-06:002010-12-16T13:04:27.440-06:00

I have no idea what "abstract expressionism" art looks like but Julia showed some abstract expression in her artwork yesterday. We bought Julia some crayons a couple of weeks ago and she has been scribbling up a storm. Most of it is just that, scribbles, but yesterday she "drew" something she knew. In one quick, furious motion she make a scribble and screamed "Alpha!" (Alpha is the name of one

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-47649371141904466682010-12-09T20:22:00.011-06:002011-04-15T21:27:47.125-05:00

Hard to believe, but she is! She is amazing, quite the toddler, running everywhere, talking ALL the time, tons of fun. Actually according to Jai's developmental emails he receives each month, Julia is now a pre-schooler. That seems too early - she's not old enough! However, she needs some kind of school experience & structure in a year or so, definitely by 4, especially when we have another

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-19065992487982737262010-12-08T06:44:00.005-06:002011-04-07T10:05:29.579-05:00

We have 1 1/2 incomes basically now since Jai started working part-time (Sat.-Mon.) at Nashville Public Library in mid-October. For about 15 months we were living on 1 income which has been challenging financially, but our goal is for one of Julia's parents to care for her full-time. We kind of lived in fantasy land for 1/2 of these months as we spent more liberally than we should have, used

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-24386291408432626492010-12-05T19:44:00.002-06:002011-04-07T09:37:24.282-05:00

Another show I watch, however, I've been kind of an inconsistent fan. We didn't have HBO when the show began 3 seasons ago. I started watching the 2nd season kind of by accident. It seemed like an interesting premise, a therapist's weekly sessions with 3 different clients, then the therapist's session with his own therapist. Occupational interest at best, voyeurism at least. While watching

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-77609832356592543492010-11-20T06:12:00.001-06:002011-04-07T09:16:30.139-05:00

OK - another great TV show we love to watch! The episode where Mitchell dances in the "Flash Mob" was awesome! Cam seemed so offended that he wasn't included since he's the creative one. There are so many hilarious characters on this show. I love how inclusive & multi-cultural it is too. The families represent/reflect a range of experiences, including 2 gay men adopting a baby.

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-39951314281183369592010-11-19T06:45:00.003-06:002010-12-11T13:49:26.771-06:00

It's a known fact that I watch too much TV. I don't remember who, but someone seemed surprised that I watch this show. It didn't get great reviews, at the beginning or even now I don't think, but I don't always pay attention to reviews.However, I like the cross-over from "Grey's Anatomy." I really like the concept of this comprehensive wellness practice. It includes the whole range of care (

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-69921561318025072322010-11-18T13:21:00.004-06:002010-11-18T15:12:06.447-06:00

When was the last time you tried to talk to your parents? It was difficult, wasn't it? They don't get you and you don't get them. Is it generational? Sure. Is it vocabulary? Sure. Or is it just a battle of wills? Sure, it was all of that. Now, imagine if you are almost 2 years old and you only have a few sentences at your command. You see, your troubles are nearly as bad as you think they are.

Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10663787165469088890noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-51701913308541435872010-11-08T05:16:00.002-06:002010-12-11T06:12:25.321-06:00

Another post about another book I finished reading - miracle in itself. Great title isn't it?! : )I borrowed this book from my friend, Anne Marie, & this time read it slowly, almost reluctantly despite AM's recommendation. It has an interesting premise, hence the great title! Sima owns her own shop in her basement walk-up (walk-down?) of her NYC apartment where she sells women's lingerie. The

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-64177529150343992442010-10-30T21:47:00.001-05:002010-12-11T05:02:04.601-06:00

Once again Jai is the most thoughtful husband! Today he came home from work with this book, he'd seen it at the library & thought I'd enjoy it. It was a "reader's copy" & I guess it was an older one in the book room. Ironically I had checked out this book from the library & been reading it for a few weeks (it takes me awhile to finish books even if they are good). Great minds think alike! : )I

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-31239312365663034712010-10-18T21:46:00.003-05:002010-10-28T21:52:23.156-05:00

Last night was the season 4 finale of one of our favorite TV shows!Don Draper I love & hate you!Also I really worry about your liver.Plus your children's need for therapy now & in the future.I love how Joan & Peggy's relationship has evolved over the past 4 years.Especially this season!It has been a relationship filled with tension & competition to camaraderie & compassion.I haven't posted in

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-23112100604092216152010-09-19T22:31:00.002-05:002010-09-19T22:36:42.496-05:00

Neat process, actually really easy! Yummy!Other than peeling, coring & cutting up a bunch of apples, it's not hard.Since Julia eats her weight (22+ pounds I guess isn't that hard?!) in applesauce, her consistently favorite food, this is a good thing. I went to the Farmer's Market yesterday & bought a bushel of MacIntosh apples - local, in season, TN apples. Voila - freshly made applesauce!It

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-89769405096702002152010-09-04T07:46:00.005-05:002010-09-04T19:57:10.655-05:00

USTA has some new PSAs promoting green practices at the NYC Grand Slam.Alec Baldwin is the spokesperson for the PSAs.I saw one of the PSA's this morning - it's funny!I forget that he is a New Yorker & tennis fan, too.on-site compostingrecycling & donating the tennis ballsrecycling of glass, can, cardboard & plasticrenewable energy certificates for consumpution during the tournamentconcession

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-43382178761704503912010-08-29T22:29:00.003-05:002010-09-05T09:56:21.070-05:00

There were some good ones from last season.I wrote them down, but not sure where I put the note.I'm going to look again because they were funny!I found the note! : )The quotes might be from Season 2, but I think they're from Season 3.Regardless they are good.There are THREE!1. Betty talking with Don about their daughter Sally (she's 9 maybe)Don had been working on some home improvement project.B:

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-45012866706692761722010-08-24T20:36:00.002-05:002010-09-05T22:16:30.194-05:00

She is so cool!Jai sent me an email about this recently.I'll find it & post the information.Really neat stuff!Sheryl’s list of backstage eco-specifications include the following:Reusable water containers/water coolers (no single use plastic bottles) Recycling containers for glass, paper, plastic & aluminum (at concert venue & backstage) Organic, locally-sourced food served on reusable plates (no

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-6384142430657960872010-08-14T19:07:00.000-05:002010-09-04T07:09:13.959-05:00

Women - look into them!Eco-friendly AND cheaper overall eventually.A little adjustment required, but really wonderful products.All I'm going to write today.

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-7807214358066277532010-08-13T19:10:00.003-05:002010-09-04T20:06:10.243-05:00

This is an interesting concept.Gisele Bunchen, international model, married to Tom Brady (NFL quarterback), & new mom, spoke recently about the need for law mandating breastfeeding. The $*%# hit the fan.It is fascinating how the topic is such a hot button of controversy.I am a SERIOUS advocate for breastfeeding.There are many reasons why women decide not to breastfeed their child.However, there

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-46883319546642395892010-08-02T19:09:00.001-05:002010-09-19T22:30:56.891-05:00

Women around the world feed their babies in the same way. Awesome!

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-73587982881002481432010-08-01T20:54:00.003-05:002010-09-04T19:58:15.669-05:00

I'm 40!It's a BIG deal.How has that many years gone by? ! : )2 stories about 39 & Holding:Yesterday when I went to the Y I used one of the machines as usual.You can enter your data (weight and age).Last day to enter 39.When I go to the Y next week, I won't do that part in my exercise routine.I can pretend for a little longer.Second story involves the "39 & Holding" mug.My mom gave it to my

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-19963794776866627242010-07-24T21:23:00.001-05:002010-08-03T11:52:52.409-05:00

West End UMC sponsored a series called "A Place at the Table." The series is planned for 4-5 Wednesdays in late June-late July; the topics seemed to revolve around ecological issues related to food. I think they showed "Food Inc" at one of the presentations. I hope they continue it beyond July. It costs $10 a person. Last week's presentation included a viewing of the documentary "Dirt" & a

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-33066707034109562472010-07-23T19:24:00.003-05:002010-07-25T11:47:49.496-05:00

I must share my bits of wisdom learned from my experience at the DLC. As a government employee I realize that bureaucracy exists, there are never enough resources to complete the work in the most timely or efficient way.However, as a recent patron at the Driver License Center, only wanting to renew my soon-to-expire driver's license, I was sorely disappointed in the service I received. I truly

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-78321567779901547562010-07-19T07:22:00.004-05:002010-07-29T21:40:43.573-05:00

It's hard to believe it has been 10 years since Susie & I had our big 30th birthday party - before Arizona, our careers in education, marriage & Julia. WOW - how much life has changed!August 1 isn't here yet, but you know I love celebrating for at least the whole month. I started early since Susie came home for her annual summer visit on July 9 & had to leave on July 22 (best air fare & she has

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-81748555867057596832010-07-17T14:23:00.005-05:002010-07-25T12:27:39.944-05:00

Race for Autism at Crockett Park in Brentwood, TN - good cause, great weatherSusie, Joel & I woke at 5:30am, got to the race site by 6:30 to collect our bib number & pre-registered T-shirt & also got our sibling photo taken before we assembled with the other runners. There was a slight snafu with Susie's bib - someone else named Suzanne J. apparently showed up before us & got her number.

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-59960758056624896662010-07-16T19:21:00.003-05:002010-07-25T11:52:08.422-05:00

I don't have much to say (I think!) other than this is a clever name for a new OPI nail polish color. My friend, Anne Marie, used to get together once a month for a pedicure at Magnolia Spa in East Nashville, but we'd taken a break in the winter months. Last month we got together for one of our summer childless Friday date (Sam goes to a Parent Day Out program) & that is the color AM got on her

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-75495204390238094592010-07-07T21:49:00.004-05:002010-07-25T11:57:14.278-05:00

Play dates can be a parent's salvation. The child gets to play with other children her or his age hopefully (not always necessary) & the parent gets to interact with other adults his or her age (maybe this is true, not always necessary). : ) I participated in a few of these encounters while on maternity leave, then again last summer & this summer, too. We met friends at the zoo, the pool at

Tarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17029820770516701821noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-83985488254784086502010-07-04T21:48:00.003-05:002010-07-25T10:17:30.995-05:00

Joel, Susie and I used to run in high school. Joel is a much more talented runner in my opinion, he's a natural athlete, especially for running; he has the body shape and of course LONG legs since he's 6'4", almost a foot and 1/2 taller than me. Joel ran on the cross country team at Overton HS also. I ran with Susie for her to get in shape for soccer and for me to fit into my band uniform. It

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Julia's meal the other day was all local food from either the East Nashville Farmer's Market (every Wed. from 3:30-6:30pm, located near Turnip Truck) or CSA share from Avalon Acres Farm.YUMMY!She had spelt pasta noodles, cucumber & tomatoes with basil & roast chicken.Julia ate a whole plate all by herself too.Mostly with her fingers, but sometimes using the small fork she has.I love that Julia

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I've known this for awhile. Lots of time I'm greeted AFTER the person says hello to Julia - if I'm remembered! : ) Then I'm referred to as "Julia's mom."I was buying groceries at the Turnip Truck today and I greeted an employee I hadn't seen in awhile. After saying hello, she asked "do you have a twin sister?" That's not always a surprising question. I thought Susie had been to TT before so

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I think we've mentioned Julia's obsession with glass jars.We didn't buy baby food in jars very often, more than some might expect (my mom was really surprised), but less than most people who have babies. Somehow Julia fell in love with jars, in particular the baby food size. She likes other sizes, but we think she can carry the smaller ones easily in her hands. Julia likes to carry 3 as Jai

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All of my stats increased.weight - 11%tile (up 1 %)length - 61%tile (up 0.5 %)head - 61%tile (up 36 %)I'm a lean, big headed tall kid. : )I have about 25 words in my vocabulary.Even some 2 syllable & double compound ones. I'm brilliant!I have this slight obsession with jars - small ones, tall ones, fat ones, doesn't matter. They just have to be a jar!I organize & stack them which apparently is

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I survived a LONG trip on the plane and driving all around RI, MA and NH from June 11-22 ... my parents are crazy!Really it was my mother. She's the planner & she wants to fit in as much as possible when we're in the Northeast.Basically we saw Mommy's Wellesley friends & their families (SO many kids!), lots of cousins and the fun people at Amherst College tennis camp.It is GREAT to be home - I

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Happy Anniversary!On June 18 Jai & I celebrated 5 years of marriage!It seems like we always are traveling on or around our anniversary.This year we were in MA staying with my cousin Jeff & his family.That afternoon we left Julia with Susie, Jeff, his wife, Leslie, & their 2 school-age children.They had a great time playing in the pool, jumping on the trampoline, & riding the kid cars.Jai & I

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Julia had a fever again which happens so rarely so we're always concerned.Usually is full of energy & happy, Julia is listless & cranky when she has a cold.We are not quick to take medicine or call the doctor.We're not likely to give Julia medicine without attempting other interventions.Cool baths to decrease the fever is one method we use.Lots of liquids, Julia's comfort foods like applesauce &

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Julia usually takes an afternoon nap but sometimes we do quiet time in the morning...half-hour or so where she sits in her bed with a book, lays down, reads, talks whatever. Over the past couple of days she's been a little sick and her schedule is a screwy. She's taken morning naps and quiet-time/nap in the afternoon. Today, I listened while she did her typical singing and humming and, of course

Jai Sandershttps://profiles.google.com/109092818074581589840noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8427009870630432470.post-34919186183649048252010-05-27T11:27:00.005-05:002010-05-27T14:24:25.411-05:00

I am in love with birds. They are the most fun animal to watch. I think that's because they are everywhere I go and they make all those fun tweets and chirps.I remember a couple of weeks ago I surprised my dad. We were outside - the best place in the world - and I looked over his shoulder, pointed and said "bird!?". He didn't know what I was talking about because he didn't know I knew the word

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Again I don't remember all my insightful words from weeks ago ... I think I realize that there is always something to be concerned about as a parent. Julia doesn't get sick often which is wonderful. She's rarely fussy, usually she's cranky when hungry or tired. Julia gets hurt most of the time when she's playing and running and bumping into things. But there's always concern about how's she's

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