Tag Archives: Life

Welcome Elise!

Just when our world needed a little ray of sunshine, God sent her:I am overjoyed to introduce to you our God-daughter: Elisabeth Margaret Thomas 7 lbs. 8oz. 19.5 inches Born September 19 I seriously did not know I could love … Continue reading

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Too Much!

I declared September the month of simplicity. The month to get “on a schedule”. The month we’d potty train! The month I’d finally settle into being a mother of two. So, here we are. Half-way done with the ninth month … Continue reading

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Labor Day Hike and Num-Nums!

Yay for a the day off! Yay for sunny days! Yay for happy babies!…well, not quite. But that’s jumping ahead.  Joel and Abbie invited us to hike on Labor day. Where did we go? Lucia Falls. Yep, you read that right. There’s a … Continue reading

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For the Love of Peppers

Time for a garden update, and let me tell you, we have a tomato problem. But before we get into that, let’s start with a progressive set of images. Andy’s awesome parents help us construct our raised beds. We fill … Continue reading

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Jessie is Gone

She left (almost) on time. 10 AM, Saturday morning. We all miss her. A lot. Mo woke up this morning, “Titti?” she called from her crib (just in case you forgot, that means Jessie). “Sorry Love Bug. Jessie’s not here,” … Continue reading

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We are “Awesome” Parents

For a better understanding of how we started using the word “awesome” to mean not-so-awesome here at Casa Elder, refer to part one. While I was contemplating this post, I stopped myself. Is this really important to remember, Caitlin? Isn’t this blog … Continue reading

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Happy Independence Day! Blast from the Past

We truly live in the best country in the world. That is all. AND a couple pics from 4ths gone by: 2005: Party at the Alzheimer’s, and their super cute kitten! 2007: What could be more patriotic and romantic than … Continue reading

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To the Due Date, and Beyond!

Today is #2’s due date! She, however, hasn’t gotten the message and seems quite content inside… At the last three weekly appointments, my midwife has said something along the lines of “Wow! I sure didn’t expect to see you again!” … Continue reading

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Jessie’s Here!

And now back to our regularly scheduled program of cuteness! Here’s Mo-Bug practicing her swaddle on her ‘Glow-Bug’. Auntie Jessie arrived several days ago after a long journey from St. Louis. Three adults (Dad helped them move), two cats, one … Continue reading

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Wordless Wedding Weekend

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