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  • Lisa Tucker: The Cure for Modern Life: A Novel

    Lisa Tucker: The Cure for Modern Life: A Novel
    I really enjoyed The Cure for Modern Life. It raised some interesting issues and grounded them in well-developed characters. The characters truly seemed to follow their own course, rather than preaching some agenda. And I managed to read it in three days - which is nothing short of a miracle. (****)

  • Stefanie Wilder-Taylor: Naptime Is the New Happy Hour: And Other Ways Toddlers Turn Your Life Upside Down

    Stefanie Wilder-Taylor: Naptime Is the New Happy Hour: And Other Ways Toddlers Turn Your Life Upside Down
    A hybrid of girlfriend gossip-meets-girlfriend advice that's good for the soul. It's not really a how-to or a manual, but she does have some good suggestions mixed in with the humor. But who are we really kidding? What we're really after is the humor. At least I am. Because I can find all the advice I could ever need - and more. way. WAY more. - on the internet. Whereas finding good humor that steps over the line every so often with a well-placed swear word every now and then, well, that's much harder to find. And if it's one thing that mom of toddlers need, it's a good laugh. (*****)

  • Andy Steiner: Spilled Milk: Breastfeeding Adventures and Advice from Less-Than Perfect Moms

    Andy Steiner: Spilled Milk: Breastfeeding Adventures and Advice from Less-Than Perfect Moms
    A great read for any Mom preparing to tackle breastfeeding. It's not a guide, per se, but more like the conversations your best girlfriends would have (or are having) about their time in the trenches. It's non-judgmental, and does a balanced job of presenting both the tough and triumphant moments of breastfeeding. A great present for your friend's baby shower. (****)

  • Editors of Parenting Magazine: Baby Must-Haves: The Essential Guide to Everything from Cribs to Bibs

    Editors of Parenting Magazine: Baby Must-Haves: The Essential Guide to Everything from Cribs to Bibs
    Overall, I would recommend this guide for first-time parents who want to get an idea of what items they'll need prior to doing the nitty-gritty research about which brands to choose, and for those of us who'd like a refresher course before hitting the slopes again. But save your real research for the internet, consumer-reviews, and your circle of other mom-friends. (**)

  • Jenny Minton: The Early Birds : A Mother's Story for Our Times

    Jenny Minton: The Early Birds : A Mother's Story for Our Times
    Overall, this is an interesting read for any mother. I've cried, come close to being pissed off, and then quickly forgiven the author because of her deeply honest approach. The title is too lighthearted for the subject matter, but I think it's a worthwhile read. Check out my review for more details. (****)

  • Susan Straub: Reading with Babies, Toddlers, and Two's

    Susan Straub: Reading with Babies, Toddlers, and Two's
    If you need a reason to go spend more money at a book store, this book is perfect for you! See more detailed info in my review. (***)

  • Peter Kuhns: Blogosphere : Best of Blogs

    Peter Kuhns: Blogosphere : Best of Blogs
    I can't give it less than three stars, 'cause I'm IN IT! It's really a compendium of blogs and synopses of their authors and contents. A blog roll in print. (***)

Banana's Reads

  • : The Little Red Hen (Little Golden Book)

    The Little Red Hen (Little Golden Book)
    Forever a classic. I remember this story from my childhood, and my mother from hers. The repetitive language lets Hannah read along with me and the lesson is instructive to say the least: If you don't help, you don't enjoy the rewards. (*****)

  • Joy Cowley: Gracias The Thanksgiving Turkey (Scholastic Bookshelf)

    Joy Cowley: Gracias The Thanksgiving Turkey (Scholastic Bookshelf)
    Cute storyline about Thanksgiving that isn't at all focused on the history of it. Plus, a pet that doesn't get eaten. A few Spanish vocabulary words are a good bonus. (****)

  • Spike Lee: Please, Baby, Please

    Spike Lee: Please, Baby, Please
    Great art and scenarios that both parents and kids will relate to. Throw in the fact that the family is black (and that's not the "theme" of the story) and you win my vote. Hannah asks for a second read every time. I think she relates to the curly hair. (*****)

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June 29, 2008

Alive and...

When I called my mom last night after the worst of the move was over, she said she was glad to know we were alive and kicking.  I told her that I thought it was not so much "kicking" as "twitching" or perhaps plain 'ol muscle spasm.

The move actually went better than expected.  I am very much impressed by how well our furniture suits this house.  It looks like an entirely different place.  When I brought Hannah and Caroline home from my friends house (where they had stayed most of the day), Hannah ran around the whole house screaming with glee and saying "I LOVE my new house!" and informing me of each and every item that had miraculously relocated itself here.  She even told me the new cabin is "in her heart."

So I'm feeling quite good about this whole move.  Much more to be done though, as we still have a TON of packing and storing and cleaning left to do at the old house.  Not to mention the finishing touches here.  I'll post some pictures of it all soon.

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Julia, I'm so happy to hear the move went so well. And Hannah's reaction just has me so verklempt! (sniff, sniff) I know the time leading up to the move has been traumatic for you. I hope you all make nothing but happy memories in your new home! :D

Hannah's reaction is wonderful! Thanks for sharing that.

Three year olds. :) That's so sweet.

Can we see photos when everything is all together? I am sure it's cozy and pretty.

I'm so glad for you.

I was worried about the (most recent) move and my daughter's reaction. We brought her home from daycare, and she said, "That's my bed!" And she was totally at home.

Glad it went well... and happy to hear that all is well in Hannah's heart!! (So cute!)

Maybe this is a sign that the future holds many good things. Thinking of you and wishing you the best

Nice! All of it, but especially Hannah's reaction.

And I take it the cabin is now connected to the internets? Sweet.

I'm really glad things are starting off well. I hope this change brings you some huge economic relief, some simplicity...and hopefully things will turn around in such a way that this becomes a great way to save up money and get back to where you want to be soon.

I think you're going to make the most of it and come out of all of this stronger.

I've been thinking of you all so much. I checked out the pictures on Flickr and it looks like you are settling in - I agree, your furniture looks nice there!

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