Category Archives: Parenthood

Baby’s Crystal Ball

by youngmarriedmom Posted on March 31, 2011

Sometimes I wonder:  when parents look back on their children’s behavior in their younger years and see hints of since-blossomed personalities, are they projecting what they’ve learned about their children on the past?  Or are there real indicators of character … Continue reading →

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The World According to Jacob

by youngmarriedmom Posted on March 29, 2011

They say having a baby changes everything.  And they (whoever “they” are) are right. When I look at things from Jacob’s perspective, I see that the underside of a chair is more fascinating than the seat; a coffee table is … Continue reading →

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Dear Jacob VI (Dedications and Courage)

by youngmarriedmom Posted on March 28, 2011

Dear Jacob,   This last week I’ve been thinking about dedications.  Like, in books.  Like, for the novel I haven’t yet written. Silly Mom, right?   I’ve sometimes wondered how authors decide to whom to dedicate their books, if the … Continue reading →

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