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Don’t you think Michael looks handsome with his long hair? He’s determined not to cut it for an entire year which means his next hair cut is scheduled for next November. We’ll see how he survives pool season … his silky straight hair doesn’t get along especially well with chlorine. The next 6 months are going to feel like one really long, really bad hair day. xoxo, Reb
It’s surprising I know, but today I’ve been thinking a lot about motherhood. How I was practically a baby when I became a mother (just shy of 23 – oh my!) and what a difficult transition that was – it took me many years and three babies before I felt like I was finally settling in. And how I don’t consider myself a very good mother – I’ve so many shortcomings – but I am at peace with my flaws because everyday I keep trying to better myself and my children. And how grateful I am for the small, wonderful, miraculous moments I get to witness. And how I suppose – if I stop to really think about it – I am also grateful for the tedious, mundane, bang-my-head-against-the-wall, somebody-please-just-make-this-laundry-pile-go-away, oh-my-goodness-you’re-all-SO-loud-everyone-go-outside-before-my-head-explodes moments too. Because although these moments occasionally bring out the worst in me, they also push me to dig deep (deeper … deeper still) and grow and stretch and learn in ways that are selfless and good. Motherhood – for me anyway – is just as much about personal growth and self-discovery as it is about nurturing others. It’s been a wild and crazy ride, but one that I am very grateful for. Happy Mother’s Day everyone! Love, Reb p.s. I love how my Noah-Boah phrases things. For instance, he wouldn’t say, “When is the plane going to take off?”. Instead, he says, “So when is this airplane going to convert to jet-mode?”. Anyway, he ran into my bedroom this morning, hopped up onto my bed and casually said, “Happy M-day Mom.” So M-day it is. Love that kid. p.p.s. made my friend Molly’s Bento Pork dish for dinner tonight. So easy. So yummy. Try it – I think you’ll be glad you did. show 1 comment Great thoughts, and I feel very similar about my journey into motherhood. I was a just barely 23 when my oldest was born and I knew nothing…and well if I am honest, I still don’t know that much.May 14, 2012 – 8:58 AM
Been shooting a little film again and I’m so glad I caught this Nutella face with my trusty old Pentax K1000. We have a serious Nutella addiction going on at our house. We need to cut back, but I’m afraid. What happens when monkeys go through Nutella withdrawal? Yeah, I don’t know either and I’m scared to find out. Over and out, Reb p.s. I couldn’t help but record a few of our before-school conversations this morning, because these are the types of things that make motherhood so, um, interesting on a day-to-day basis: Noah: Hey Mom, can you put gun powder in my stocking next Christmas? – Noah (as I’m giving him a good morning hug and kiss): Are you going to shoot me with your rapid fire kiss blaster? – Joshua: Hey Dad, are you going to bring your Macbook Pro on your trip with you? Dan: Nope. Joshua: Why not? Dan: Because I’ll have my work computer, the iPad, and my smartphone. That’s already more computing power then the Manhattan Project. – Joshua: Wait. Is it Hermit the Frog … or Kermit the Frog? show 1 comment HAha, too funny, rapid fire kiss blaster! Could you imagine my house going on a nutella strike? Imagine the withdrawal havoc-wreaking a certain 10 year old girl would go through. nuh uh.May 11, 2012 – 12:02 PM
Most of what I shot on this trip, I shot with my iPhone. Cause I’m a sucker for convenience. And exploring a city for 14+ hours with a huge, heavy dSLR starts to not feel so fun (or necessary) when your back and shoulders begin to ache. Anyway, I decided to suck it up and shoot with my beast of a camera + my small, light lens baby lens for a day in Rome and a day in Florence and I’m glad I did. These photos are in no particular order, but include shots from the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museum, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Florence and … some museum in Florence that I can’t remember the name of. Sadly, a lot of the stuff I would have loved to shoot was off limits … so many of the places we went didn’t allow photographs. Bummer. By the way, Michelangelo’s Pieta (at St. Peter’s Basilica) is worth the airfare to Rome and then some. I remember being absolutely floored when I saw it in college, and equally moved by it this time around. It is truly the most stunning piece of art I’ve seen, and I’ve had the privilege to see a lot of amazing art. Put it on your bucket list. It’s worth it. xoxo, Reb show 1 comment jealous. but so very very glad you schlepped your ‘big’ camera out and about…May 11, 2012 – 12:03 PM
Our peonies looked like they were about to pop just as I was leaving on my trip and I’ll admit I was disappointed … we missed them last spring and I was anxious to see them this year. But guess what? They waited for me! These three blooms were so tall and heavy they were bent over and resting their weary heads on the driveway … I figured it would be best to rescue them and move them to the house where I could keep a close eye on them. Gosh, they’re gorgeous aren’t they? Our yard is a wee bit out of control, but when it comes to peonies, well, I’m totally cool with it. Love to all, Reb show 1 comment Those are stunning and reminding me just how much I miss peonies! I fully support the “rescue mission” and bringing a few blooms indoors. (:May 9, 2012 – 3:33 AM |
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Amy - I hope he can master the head flick that some of my high-schoolers have down. :)
Right now it looks pretty handsome!May 17, 2012 – 4:06 PM