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Little Buttons

September 1, 2010July 4, 2020Mary Jo4 Comments on Little Buttons

As Ivan fumbled with his shirt buttons I struggled as usual to keep from relieving him of his task and shortening my “get ready” time by the “do it myself” principle. I restrained myself and became more content to watch as I considered his progress and…

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Everyday Life • Family • Owen • Parenting

Stirring Things Up

December 2, 2008July 6, 2020Mary Jo4 Comments on Stirring Things Up

This morning I made oatmeal for the boy’s breakfast. As I was spooning it into bowls and dropping a spoonful of honey over each one, Owen announced that he didn’t want his stirred up. I decided that I would allow him to eat his oatmeal un-stirred, I po…

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