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    Calling a Midwife


    Ohmygoodness. I’m about to call a woman who might potentially turn out to be our midwife. I e-mailed her last night to ask the following questions:

    1. Can my husband and I set up a time to meet with you to talk about birthing at home versus birthing at a birthing center? I am leaning toward the home option, but we would feel more informed if we at least toured the birthing center and explored that option.
    2. As part of my pre-conception phase, I am going to visit my general physician for a yearly check-up. Are there tests I should request in preparation for conception? Are there questions I should be
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    Photography Passions

    Photo courtesy of Bob Krist for National Geographic

    I’ve been taking next steps to fulfill my wish to become a better photographer. I e-mailed some of my favorite bloggers to find out about their equipment preferences (and read about some others’ preferences). It’s pretty much a toss up between Nikon and Canon. Matt and I are letting a little more savings accumulate in our bank account before we take the plunge.

    In the meantime, I signed up for two photography classes. The first one is expensive ($200!) but I couldn’t resist. It’s taught by two dudes who take photos for National Geographic. And it’s a class about travel photography, so … Read More