Author Archives: Laura

When Nik takes the camera outside…

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Laura

We get lots of pictures of Ellie! See the hair? It’s over her ears! That’s the, “Show me your teeth,” smile!

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Our Chickens ARE Happy, Even Though We Eat Their Eggs

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Laura

A couple weeks ago, I was listening to the Diane Rehm Show while sewing shades.  Her guest was Jenny Brown, and the topic of the show was, “The Lucky Ones: My Passionate Fight for Farm Animals.” While I had much … Continue reading →

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Shopping is WAY More Fun…

Posted on August 18, 2012 by Laura

…when you have an Ellie-sized cart to push around! I wish you could have heard the giggles of sheer delight echoing all through the store!

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My Sabbath Quandary

Posted on August 18, 2012 by Laura

Nik and I try to honor the Sabbath by resting as best we can.  We take the day off from using the Internet (and our computer).  We also try to get all our necessary work done on Saturday so that … Continue reading →

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KIOS: Eating, Part 9: Grains/Legumes (the details)

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Laura

This post is part of my series, “Kickin’ It Old Skool: Why and How We Are Old-Fashioned” or KIOS for short.  If you’re new to the series, please read my disclaimer before continuing on.  I’m keeping a table of contents … Continue reading →

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10 Years!

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Laura

Ten years ago today, I stepped off of a plane, having just flown through the night and day and across the country.  My good friend from college and new roommate, Kristen, picked me up at the airport and we drove … Continue reading →

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This Is How We Count Around Here

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Laura

Ellie’s new favorite numbers: one, two, eight, mine!

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Ellie’s Guitar-Playing Debut

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Laura

Ellie was going a bit crazy the other night so, inspired by this post about family music time, I asked Nik if he would play his guitar for us.  Ellie was immediately enthralled and engaged and we sang happily right … Continue reading →

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The Difference A Nap Makes

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Laura

Back when Ellie was about a month old, I wrote about the difference an hour makes when a little baby is willing to take a nap out of your arms.  I was so happy to just have a little free … Continue reading →

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KIOS: Eating, Part 8b: Fruits and Vegetables (the “why”)

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Laura

This post is part of my series, “Kickin’ It Old Skool: Why and How We Are Old-Fashioned” or KIOS for short.  If you’re new to the series, please read my disclaimer before continuing on.  I’m keeping a table of contents … Continue reading →

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