poetry
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Code Red
The school had had an active shooter practice drill a couple of weeks ago. My daughter was in class, but students were working in groups and didn’t hear the announcement that it was just a drill. She thought it was real and texted me. She was upset the rest of the day. We talked about… Continue reading
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Dear Running
You have taught me many things since we started this relationship. There are times I don’t like you. I’ve even thought about quitting this whole deal. I’ve bought new outfits, gadgets, and even shoes to impress you, but you don’t care about that stuff. You never criticize when I’m slow, or I’m just not feeling “us”. I… Continue reading
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Happy Birthday Jacob!
Here we are again, another year has past and I’m sitting here thinking it went by so awfully fast. This turning six is a big deal “I should be treated as a grown-up!” is how you say you feel. And while you feel you’re good as grown I’ll have to stop you right there I… Continue reading
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Happy Birthday Hannah
Oh happy Hannah! How lovely you are With your silly smile and goofy grin You make everyone join on in! You are turning 4 today, So excited are you Surprises are what you’ve wished for And that I think we can do! “Let’s play family!” is your daily request (You could play it all and… Continue reading
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Jacob
It’s quiet all around as we celebrate you Our family and friends start to arrive Comfy in your pjs, in your gifts you’re ready to dive! This year you said “Batman” so that is what we did Blue, black and yellow You are such a fun big kid! You are 5 today and every year… Continue reading
Life and Other Stuff 