Tag Archives: children

…and baby makes 19

Posted on April 13, 2010 by evenshine

Did anyone else read this “story” on the Duggars? Are you one of the legions of fans (perhaps not of them, but of their show) that follow them faithfully? How into Jon and Kate were you? (Be honest!) The piece is … Continue reading →

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O Child

Posted on April 7, 2010 by evenshine

O child, my own…you’ve begun that lengthening into Boy. Fingers in the mud, dribble of that last popsicle down your arms, you delve into the earth like you delve into your pancakes. Never silent, always wordless, pecking at your mother’s … Continue reading →

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Dear School,

Posted on February 4, 2010 by evenshine

Just a quick note to tell you how much of an ethical dilemma you really are. You’re cute, that’s for sure. Your little blue awnings, your ambiance of 1950s parochial school nirvana. You’re probably worth the thousands of dollars I’m … Continue reading →

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In the hush

Posted on January 15, 2010 by evenshine

In the predawn hush, I am Mother. Holding you on my chest as we rock, I am warmth and safety, and a place in memory called home. In the harshness of daylight, I am tough. Showing black and white, silencing with a … Continue reading →

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More

Posted on November 9, 2009 by evenshine

If you have a few minutes, please peruse Katie’s blog over at The Journey. She’s just your average 20-year-old who moves to Africa and adopts 14 children. On her own. I read things like this and I wonder how much more … Continue reading →

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