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Craving Dirt- closed
After much consideration I’ve decided to “close” my Craving Dirt blog, and just add my gardening posts to my main blog: kjirstiandtom.com. Thanks to all those who followed here. Happy Spring!
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Orange Princess
Last year Tom bought me these “Orange Princess” tulips. They were a “Tuesday gift” – a “just because” gift. I’ve waited eagerly for them to come up all year. They were definitely worth the wait. I adore them! They are a shorter tulip, with a double bloom. There is a touch of purple in the…
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Magical Child
When I was pregnant I used to openly hope, and secretly doubt, that I would have one of those magical children who politely announce they are tired and then lie down happily to take naps. The concept fascinated me. I had never witnessed such an act amongst my own family, but had marveled several times…
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Shots
Yesterday Scotland got his first round of vaccinations. Despite the doctor’s assurance that the most likely side effect was no side effect, Scotland spent the rest of the day with a low grade fever. Instead of his typical alert happy self, he would just lay his little head on my shoulder and whimper. He was…
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Happy Easter!
We had a simple but lovely Easter. I have found memories of hiding eggs, finding eggs, and dressing up in a springy Easter dress with bonnet. I was afraid Scotland would never forgive me if I dressed him in a dress and bonnet however, so we resorted to this cute sweater vest. Speaking of bonnets-…
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Baked Alaskas!
Tom and I went on our first date since the baby last night. Our friends, Jen and Clark, have a son Cody, who is two months older than Scotland. We’re swapping babysitting every other weekend. I was surprised at how wonderful it was. Tom and I often have time together at the end of the…
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In response to comments on the "True to yourself" post:
Thanks to all those who commented on the “True to yourself” post. Several of you brought up the fact that being true to oneself might not encourage the growth necessary to become all that you can be. I would suggest however that the promptings of the spirit are often so internal that they are often…
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Our Baby’s Two Months Old
The first month of Scotland’s life went really slow, the second month flew. Where did April go? I can’t believe my little boy is already two months old. Here’s a few pictures of him, and here’s a few more, if more is what you want! (My greatest fear as a mother: that I will inundate…
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True to oneself
I’ve been greatly influenced by two books I’ve read this month: “The Happiness Project” by Gretchen Rubin and “The Artist’s Way,” by Julia Cameron. Together they have affirmed my belief that being true to oneself is the highest of pursuits. This concept of being true to oneself became very real to me when the topic…
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Rainy, Rainy, Rainy
This time of year I find myself repeating: “April showers bring May flowers, April showers bring May flowers. . .”