Early on after the birth, I often heard the phrase “9 months up, 9 months down” to encourage mothers to not expect to lose the weight they had gained as the tabloids suggest one might. Eight months and 9 days later, I can say that I agree with that phrase. I am now going to … Continue reading
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Thoughts from Week 2
Well hello there. There is more to share from our island paradise. I would share photos and videos, but I can’t find my computer’s power cord. I stole T’s computer, which meant going into our bedroom, which meant waking him up. Oops! This is officially the only time in my life that my child and … Continue reading
Thoughts from Week 1
Week 1 in a new abode passed much as week ones do: unpacking, organizing, making lists, discovering, buying groceries. And, for the baby, getting used to a new bed and a newly regular schedule. It has taken her every bit of a week to adjust, but I am very grateful that her sleep is becoming … Continue reading
KLC: 8 Months
Welcome to month update #8, international edition. KLC cooperated a little better for the lying-supine picture, though she would like you to know that this is by no means where she stays once she is placed on the floor. She is a moving machine! As her 8th month began, she was just starting to pull … Continue reading
Moving In, Getting Settled: Home Tour
Hello again, friends. I snapped a few pictures today to document how the condo looked as we first arrived (plus all our bags and boxes) as I did when we were first settling in Houston. Since it’s already furnished, I’m not sure how dramatically it will change over time, but at least I … Continue reading
Just Another Day in Paradise
KLC and I arrived in Nassau at 8 PM last night to join T before today’s start of work. Here is our morning view from the condo: KLC is spending the morning exploring the place. So far, unpacking the suitcase is her favorite thing to do in the Bahamas. I can’t believe this is our … Continue reading