Year 5, Day 224

As we walked in the door to school this morning, a voice from our left said, "Hi Miles." I turned to find an adorable little girl standing near the front desk, looking at Miles and waving. "Miles!" I said after he didn't respond. "Say hi!" Not breaking stride, he gave her a half-hearted, borderline dismissive … Continue reading Year 5, Day 224 →

Year 5, Day 180

This morning, as is part of our usual routine, Miles demanded to listen to "his music" on the way to school. However, unlike our usual routine, he became very agitated when a particular song came on. While listening to our typical mix of PAW Patrol/PJ Masks/Mickey/etc. music, Miles exhibited what can generously be called "revulsion" … Continue reading Year 5, Day 180 →

Year 2, Day 141

Given what we hear from daycare and what we observe in the home, I've had the impression that Miles puts a little more effort into walking during the daytime (when he isn't around us). With this in mind, I attempted to do a little incognito recon today at pick-up. With the door to the toddler … Continue reading Year 2, Day 141 →

Year 2, Day 124

I worry that the attention Miles received from the women at tonight's wedding rehearsal dinner may have given him some unrealistic expectations for what life in general will be like further down the road.

Day 363

We took Miles out to get his second haircut ever today and, when faced with an hour-long wait, grabbed lunch at Urban Cookhouse beforehand. Miles is clearly feeling better today, trying as usual to get the attention of anyone and everyone around him at the restaurant. And then, someone in particular caught his eye... Within … Continue reading Day 363 →