The blog’s been somewhat dormant lately. I’ve struggled to keep up with my writing here and elsewhere over the last couple of months. It’s been a very busy time: taking care of C. full time while teaching a course at … Continue reading
Just some snapshots from the past week: Back to campus and lesson planning//finally an outdoor playdate (after soooo much cold weather) with Bobbie and her little one// downtown walks//a stop at the chocolaterie// and my little partner in crime. Almost … Continue reading
Life right now: busy, colorful, chaotic, exciting, eventful, rewarding. Our days are packed with activities, bike rides, friends, park outings, and all things wonderful about late summer. In addition to playing mama and cyclist, I’ve also taken on new writing … Continue reading
I always knew my dissertation would prove vital one day! I just didn’t realize that I would be sharing my work with my daughter so soon. Academia has never looked so good. ;)
Three years ago this past Saturday, T. and I spoke our vows in a small ceremony under the campanile on campus. One year ago, on that same date, we went to the hospital and welcomed our daughter into the world. … Continue reading
The more milestones I reach (becoming a parent, graduating, getting married, buying a house..), the more I realize that it’s not about the destination but about the journey. I recently came across this quotation from children’s book author Ursula K. … Continue reading
My mom just recently sent me these photos taken in Romania in 1983 when I turned one. Isn’t my mom just beautiful? With us are my maternal grandparents (my only grandparents still alive today), who we’re going to see in … Continue reading
♥ {Just some pictures from our recent walk. My little bear and I. And the stroller, coffee, and This American Life podcasts. The perfect way to spend an afternoon.} ♥ {and the cutest knit bicylcle ever, at our local yarn … Continue reading
We had a wonderful week here. It all started with a visit from one of my dearest friends last weekend and continued with my mom’s visit into town, my working on my last dissertation chapter, and – yikes! – ordering … Continue reading
Happy Monday! How was your weekend? Our was very very cold. But despite the frigid temperatures, I actually got on my bike and rode to a coffee shop to meet up with some of my mom friends on Saturday. Our … Continue reading
