Living, Loving, Learning

As I think about Griffin turning 13, I have all the usual type of "mom" thoughts: I can't believe I'm old enough to be the parent of a 13 year old, I can't believe my sweet baby is a teenager already, the years are flying by so quickly, Griffin's childhood is really and truly past now.  This feels like a much bigger milestone to me than turning 40 was! But today I want to focus more on where he is going.  What is his future going to be like? And most importantly, what kind of man is he becoming? I could talk about his accomplishments, his good grades, learning to play the trombone, competitive swimming, but the most impressive thing to me, the most important thing to me, is seeing the goodness in him.  Griffin has always been kind, empathetic, friendly and loving and those traits are still with him, shining brightly. It is so reassuring to watch him mature into a reliable guy, a  fantastic son, a loving brother, a loyal friend.  He is helpful and than...

My sweet Lulu is already 9.  She is such an amazing little lady.  She has such strong opinions, such a clear sense of self and her compass aims true north.  I love how she does life so gracefully. In this past year her confidence and pride in her intellect has been such a joy to witness. She is fun to be around, interesting to talk to and engaged in what's going on in her orbit and the greater world.  As my love of being her Mama has grown, so too has my joy in being her friend.  Birthday Interview Age? 9 Grade?  Third Grade Your teachers this year? Mrs. Sharber and Mrs. Blue What activities/sports/clubs were you involved in this year? math team, swimming lessons, swim team, soccer What pets do you have? Lottie, Zed, Cookie, Maxine the Beta and a tank full of colorful fish What do you want to be when you grow up? A Doctor Where is 1 place you really want to go? NYC (happening this summer!) and LA and Germany What is your fa...