Category Archives: Parenting Adventures

Something More

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Valerie

A friend of mine passed this along to me.  I wanted to share it here, because it so beautifully describes some of the emotions and characteristics of so many people I have come to know in the last three years. … Continue reading →

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Microcephaly Awareness 2011

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Valerie

Today is National Microcephaly Day – Microcephaly affects 2 – 2 1/2% of the entire population. Microcephaly is COMMON – it is far more common than other well known disorders (i.e. Autism). Microcephaly affects more than 25,000 infants in the … Continue reading →

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Bekah’s first day of school

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Valerie

Bekah starts receiving her services in the public school now that she is three years old.  This day came way too soon for me.  It just seems like yesterday that we brought her home from the hospital.  We worked hard … Continue reading →

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Bekah’s 3!

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Valerie

We had a very small party here at home with our closest friends, Rocky and Kelly.  Bekah had a great time opening some very special gifts with Daddy.  Can’t you just see the love she has for her Dad?!? Happy … Continue reading →

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Here we go again!

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Valerie

We are officially home from vacation.  We had a terrific time away, but are back to the appointments and the running around.  I am looking forward to some routine in our lives again, but will be very sad to see … Continue reading →

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Date Night

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Valerie

So Chris took me on an overnight get-away for our anniversary.  Our sweet friend stayed with the girls and we were able to go to a hotel.  We had a great time swimming, going out to eat, sitting and sipping … Continue reading →

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Any guesses on WHO gave Bekah these new bibs?

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Valerie

Grandma had these fun bibs waiting for us when we got to her house.  She loves to spoil her grand-babies!  Bekah has to wear bibs every day, sometimes several a day, and it is so nice to have fresh new ones! … Continue reading →

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Simply Magic

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Valerie

There is nothing in the world like holding Rebekah after she has fallen asleep. Her little body is finally at rest and she feels completely at peace. I am thankful for this time with her each night.

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Mornin’ Mama!

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Valerie

Couldn’t you just squeeze her?!?

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Colin Farrell: My Son Is Exactly the Way He Should Be

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Valerie

A great article in People by MONIQUE JESSEN on Colin Farrell and his son with Angleman’s Syndrome http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20180313,00.html

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