Year 5, Day 158

Miles is an argumentative child. I don't think there's a scenario that he wouldn't try to litigate his way around when he's trying to get his way, and he hasn't yet developed an understanding of a universal truth all children must learn to grapple with -- some things are simply not up for debate. With … Continue reading Year 5, Day 158 →

Year 5, Day 119

Not a hoax! Not a dream! Today, making its return after three years, marks the beginning of HeroesCon. My friends George and Sam came to town for the show, and that means Miles's BFF Audrey is here too. Miles couldn't wait to see Audrey and started talking about her impending arrival a couple days ago. … Continue reading Year 5, Day 119 →

Year 4, Day 263

As he sat on the couch tonight watching Paw Patrol as I cleaned up after dinner, Miles issued a common request: "Can you get me juuuuuuice?" I walked over and plopped down next to him. "Yeah, I can get you juice," I said. "But I need something first..." I expected a hug (my usual fee), … Continue reading Year 4, Day 263 →

Year 4, Day 249

I came home after a show tonight to find, as I so often do, Miles already at his window, peering out and waiting for me to pull up. I hadn't even opened the garage door yet. He was just waiting. And peering. For as long as it took. But what warmed my heart even more … Continue reading Year 4, Day 249 →

Year 4, Day 88

Heading back to the grindstone this morning as I started the last week of the school year meant that I had to leave the house earlier than usual, before Miles could even get up. Naturally, I miss the kid on days like this, but it always makes my heart soar to know he misses me … Continue reading Year 4, Day 88 →

Year 4, Day 50

Miles has gotten a bit ritualistic with our departure on weekday mornings. It's never enough for him to get a kiss and a hug from Mommy on his way out the door. If she even tries to let it go at that, he becomes obstinate. "Nono! I need three kisses and three hugs!" he'll say, … Continue reading Year 4, Day 50 →

Year 3, Day 365

Following possible COVID exposure at daycare a couple weeks ago, we've all been once again stuck at home during the workday. While we've since tested negative, Miles doesn't return to daycare until Monday. It has, once again, made the work week difficult to endure. On top of this, my job has been extraordinarily taxing lately, … Continue reading Year 3, Day 365 →

Year 2, Day 354

Parenthood is one part life-affirming family drama and one part horror movie. Sometimes the line between these two blurs very quickly and terrifyingly. Last night, for instance, after we had gotten home from the Valentine's Dance, I was carrying Miles when he just decided to go in for a big hug. No real reason was … Continue reading Year 2, Day 354 →

Year 2, Day 328

Spending time with our friends in Wilmington also means that Miles gets to spend time with his buddy Kaleb. While he's met Kaleb previously, it was only this time that he was able to really play with him. And boy, has Miles taken a liking to him! Miles absolutely adores "Keebah" (as he calls him). … Continue reading Year 2, Day 328 →

Year 2, Day 279

Miles is typically cautious around unfamiliar people, but he's especially nervous around my brother, his Uncle Ben. Ben has cerebral palsy and has been confined to a wheelchair for his whole life, and it's clear every time Miles sees him that he's never quite sure what to make of the situation. On Thursday, Miles wouldn't … Continue reading Year 2, Day 279 →