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Lately

August 14, 2012

The “second child doesn’t get its picture taken as much” syndrome is not in full effect. But that’s only because I have an iPhone. Sciarrino (Oh, hey Sciarrino I stole this photo from you). One of the few people Tuesday will tolerate. Oh yes, we’re deep into, “I don’t like ANYONE!” Except for me. And some days papa and occasionally Bennet. Too bad mama can’t be everywhere and do everything… It’s been hot… and I’ve been lax on diapers! My cousin and her daughter came by. Bennet was her usual enthusiastic self. Air out time on…
Bennie’s Blanket

August 9, 2012

Even though we woke her up in the middle of the night to come help at Bennet’s birth Sciarrino managed to grab the birthday present she’d made for the baby. She made up this sweet wonky stars quilt with some cottons we’d got at quilt guild and shirting. The shirting has a really great subtle texture that I love. Bennet seems to really love the quilt too. Don’t babies make the best faces? I forgot how awesome it is when they think your big black camera is the best thing to look at.
Bennet’s First Page

August 8, 2012

I may not be as organized and prepared scrapbook wise as I was before Tuesday was born (I had a whole fill in the blank scrapbook ready to go), but I’m determined not to forget all the little moments happening now. I’m also determined to use some of my supplies. I’m trying hard not to fall into the trap I got into with Tuesday: middle of the night craft supply buying via my iPhone. I couldn’t craft since she didn’t sleep, so I bought tons of paper and fiber instead. Oops! I’m still crawling out from…

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Bennie’s Blanket

Bennet’s First Page

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