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one step forward, a whole bunch back

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Sadly, I had to revert to my old theme. For now. There are too many things Depo Square can’t do for me in this moment. We might be get back together in the future. Thanks for your thoughts though as I consider my evolution. On another note, I have 85 days left in my positivity [...]

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STOP EVERYTHING!

Friday, May 1, 2009

Stop what you’re doing! I may be addicted and you may be too. Okay, not everyone needs to stop. Some of you can continue. Like mostly everybody. But. But. But. STOP READING if you’re a NEW MOTHER. Why? Well, friends, there is a possibility you (and possibly me) are addicted to the internet. As in [...]

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shoddy record keeping

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Dear Elsie, Sitting in the living room, you’re eating the Australian coasters, and I’m examining your figure. I’m looking for (i) teeth, and (ii) possible signs of damage. We vaccinated you on Friday, Pookey Babu. (What do you think of your new nickname? Yes? No? Direct all complaints and emotional trauma to Daddy, please!). And [...]

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babysitting

Monday, January 5, 2009

In our new Toronto schedule, Simon “babysits” (and yes, he really did call it babysitting…unfortunately Elsie’s parents appear to be staying out REALLY late) Elsie from 10-3 while I rehearse my play. Then he quickly shifts into PhD mode in order write his thesis—a breezy transition. Mostly I don’t feel bad or guilty because on [...]

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