image from:http://amamasblog.files.wordpress.comGrown men who use the diminutive form of their nameThose silly stickers people place on the back of their vehicles showing the composition of their family.Medical facilities charging the uninsured more than they charge those with negotiated insurance rates.The incidence of double-parking in Albany, especially when there is a nearby legit space.The potholes all … Continue reading April Foolishness
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Care Package
image from pics.livejournal.com Care (verb): a. to feel interest or concern b. to give care c. to have a likeness, fondness or taste. source: Merriam-Webster DictionaryIt seems only natural to follow a definition of "care" with some anecdotal examples of bad care received. On reflection, however, I realize it wouldn't be beneficial or productive to itemize. … Continue reading Care Package
It’s about the kids
I always knew I wanted to have children, even if I was uncertain about whether I would ever get married. My sensibility that marriage was not a necessary prerequisite of parenthood was the result of my own experience growing up without having a father in my life. Or maybe it was another example of my … Continue reading It’s about the kids
AOA 3rd Birthday Party
What a great party! Wednesday night, Mary and Greg hosted a fun party at The Point on upper Madison Avenue, and going out on a limb, I'd say a good time was had by all. Lots of other more fussy and thorough bloggers have covered the finer details, especially the cheese selection and the paella. … Continue reading AOA 3rd Birthday Party
Elissa Halloran ~ Lark Street
Elissa's creationsYou know how I enjoy little traditions in life, right? Have we talked about this before? I can't say they make sense to anyone but me, and whom I may share them with, but I like the familiarity of there being a consistency in some of my actions. Like listening to Simon and Garfunkel's … Continue reading Elissa Halloran ~ Lark Street
Chapter Next
image from: http://www.roanoke.eduI've been busy recently, which isn't really new, yet because of my personal situation, it is entirely different. When you've been involved in a relationship for a lifetime (18 years), severing those threads, and disengaging, takes time and sensitivity and patience. Factor in 3 children and a myriad of shared commitments and financial … Continue reading Chapter Next
Believing in me
at the finish!!I just wanted to update you all on my awesome accomplishment on Saturday! Am I boasting? Sorry, I think the endorphins might still be running amok which, ironically, is in direct contrast to the blood flow through my calves - seems they have locked up a bit. Allow me to share some highlights of my … Continue reading Believing in me
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