Monthly Archives: May 2013

A Busy Little Flower

Posted on May 29, 2013 by sandi

I once had someone say to me, “You’re not a machine, you know.” Hmmm, did it seem like I thought I was? Her reference was to the pace I kept; late to bed, early to rise, 15 minute gaps between … Continue reading →

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Welcome Eilidh!

Posted on May 24, 2013 by sandi

The joy of new life is remarkable in itself but when it happens in my own family, the joy factor jumps through the roof. With impeccable timing, Eilidh (Gaelic for ‘Ay-lee’ meaning bird/bright) Lily Smoker arrived on her due date … Continue reading →

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Nearly Time

Posted on May 2, 2013 by sandi

The last few days of a pregnancy are some of the longest. Our first child’s due date was April 4 and she took her time, arriving on April 22. Our second child’s due date was April 6 and he decided … Continue reading →

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