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Heartache and hope
I watched my children more closely tonight. It had been a normal day, Maybe better than most. They were happy, and decently mannered. The fights were minor and short. They gave me hugs and kisses Even brushed their teeth and got pyjamas on without complaint. But I held them a little tighter Kissed them a…
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Sun day beach day
Another Sunday family fun day A long drive for a slice of fun Beach and family Rolled into one The sun was shining The air was warm Not even a cloud Dared ruin the day’s charm Kids splashed and played Having a blast together Even the adults appreciated the weather I diligently applied Sun block…
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Middle Ages
An interesting day, Morning spent alone with my thoughts and writing for company Feeling as though I had all the time In the world Then realizing it was already noon The Starbucks barista Excited at my name- My grandma has the same one! Ummmm, what? Excuse me? The moment where, For the first time, I…
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Rain dance
Halfway through another week, But my brain won’t stop racing. Full of my list and my have to’s While I dream of everything I’d rather be doing. They say life is what happens while you’re making other plans But I’ve been trying harder to live each day to the fullest To hold my children tight…
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Moments on Tuesday’s
Tuesday’s with my family Spaghetti and chicken Snuggles in the evening The rain hits the window But we are safe inside, Toasty and cuddled Tucked in together Side by side by side I look into their soft, Youthful faces And my heart swells Two sizes two big I sigh, Then pull the blankets closer
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Road trips and waterslides
We took a road trip today, Me and my little ones They wanted waterslides And I obliged Together we drove Two hours in a truck Fighting and singing Until finally we arrived My little sharks Took turns eating my legs Until I had to tell them to stop They splashed Like the fishes they are…
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Nocturne
Another busy day Life marches according to plan Sometimes skewed But often exact We travel along Our paths Then a moment comes And we pause Savouring the warmth Of love’s embrace And sigh Content in our ways
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Gateway book
I bought my children a book yesterday. I’ve been trying to get my seven year old interested in reading all year when I magically lucked into the dog man series. These books are hardcover and colourful, masquerading as cartoons written by small boys. But in reality, they are words on paper that all three of…
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Parkinson’s law
It’s always amazing how fast time flies when you are doing what you love. I set aside a day this week to get things done, and while I was pleased with what I accomplished, I didn’t get anywhere close to achieving my goals. It wasn’t for lack of trying, or because I as distracted by…
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The beach
Summer sun beat down As their squeals rang out Sand in the sandwiches And ants in their pants They frolicked the way Only children can Sand building castles Majestic and temporary Splashing with their compatriots As they stormed the shores With life jackets and inflatable boats Water too cold to swim long They dashed in…