Year 2, Day 31

Parenting is a partnership, and it can be really hard for either Jaclyn or I to take time for ourselves, since neither of us ever really wants to leave the other hanging. Still, getting time away from parenting is important and we're both trying to get better about this. Last weekend, I took care of … Continue reading Year 2, Day 31 →

Year 2, Day 30

The fickle interest of a toddler is ever-fleeting. Where once Miles was obsessed with dogs, he has now found a new creature that has aroused his fascination. He still enjoys spying canines outside through the glass door, but birds are now at the forefront of his attention. Spurred perhaps by their prevalence in our yard, … Continue reading Year 2, Day 30 →

Year 2, Day 29

Courtesy of Miles's babysitter, a story in three pictures.

Year 2, Day 28

Miles seems to be a generally happy kid, but tonight I learned that, when particularly moved, his capacity for complete dismissal can be cold, swift, and relentless. As Jaclyn was taking Miles to his room to get ready for bed tonight, I darted over to sneak in a quick hug, kiss, and an "I love … Continue reading Year 2, Day 28 →

Year 2, Day 27

As comedic talent goes, Miles sure knows his audience. I'm not sure his mother would tolerate this sort of thing.

Year 2, Day 26: Baby’s First Political Rally!

Firmly believing that it's never too early to get involved in national politics, today we took Miles down to Rock Hill for the first of what is likely to be many stump speeches leading up to the 2020 presidential election. This one was for former Newark mayor and current senator from New Jersey (and Rosario … Continue reading Year 2, Day 26: Baby’s First Political Rally! →

Year 2, Day 25

Tonight, we made perhaps the biggest mistake of our lives as parents thus far -- we introduced Miles to ice cream and have, without a doubt, created a monster.

Year 2, Day 24

Fatherhood has been a deeply rewarding experience thus far and I wouldn't want to trade it for anything, but it is definitely a time-suck. With all the attention a small child needs, it can be difficult to find time in the day for a parent to take care of him or herself and, ultimately, sacrifices … Continue reading Year 2, Day 24 →

Year 2, Day 23

I don't exactly know what I expected the cognitive development of a baby to look like in observable terms, but seeing how Miles interacts with the world is always surprising. This week, he's started playing with one of his new toys -- one of those wooden boxes with shapes cut out of it and various … Continue reading Year 2, Day 23 →

Year 2, Day 22

When I picked Miles up from daycare today, he was lying in a crib and almost looked like he was asleep, although on closer inspection it was obvious his eyes were open. Even after I fully entered the room, which would usually elicit a big grin and outstretched arms, Miles remained motionless in the crib, … Continue reading Year 2, Day 22 →