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On Turning 35
I turned 35 this past Saturday, and two thoughts passed through my mind:
- “Hey, I’m old enough to run for the presidency!” (even though I would never want that position because I think my quality of life would be terrible)
- “Hm, I’m half-way to 70.”
The fact that the second thought came and went without causing any sort of consternation struck me as a good sign. I’m content with where I’ve been in my life, where I am, and where I’m going. I’m trying to make the most of this “one wild and precious life.”Every year, I try to plan the exact kind of birthday that will satiate my… Read More -
Savoring Each Stage
I read somewhere that parents are quick to celebrate “the firsts” but that “the lasts” are just as important and can easily slip away unnoticed.
I’ll be honest and say that mustering the patience it takes to parent Henry the way we want to is difficult. I say “the way we want to” because some of our personal choices make parenting more difficult. For example, we use cloth diapers, so we’re constantly rinsing poop into the toilet instead of just throwing it away. We avoid screen time with Henry, so I can never just plop him down in front of a TV and have some time to myself. I also… Read More -
February: Reflection & Rejuvenation
The new year is off to such a great start! I am so thankful to be through the first trimester. Although I still nap for about 1.5 hours every day, I find that I am able to be productive in the evenings after Henry goes to bed from about 6:30-9:30pm.We are in the final month of preparing an application for the state of Texas to start a charter school. I’m looking forward to the final push throughout February and then some down time in March, April, and May before the baby arrives at the end of June.Last year my intention was to “Make Dreams Happen,” and I feel… Read More
