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Twenty Years Or So

By On March 5, 2012 · 1 Comment

This past week life reminded me how the more time passes the less things change.  A family friend for almost as far back as I can remember took a nasty spill due to excessive ice.  He was home alone at his farm.  The fall resulted in a broken leg that required surgery.  His kids came […]

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Yep, I’m Still Around

By On October 9, 2011 · 1 Comment

Oh my goodness! It has been a busy week around here.  Wednesday we made a trip to the clinic for Magnus who was feeling punky & out of sorts.  Sure enough he has an ear infection so we got a ‘scrip called into the pharmacy & off we went.  I decided to reward my little […]

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Marit & Mom

Marit Abelin: A Birth Story

By On September 15, 2011 · 2 Comments

Back in January I was feeling tired & just not quite myself.  After talking to Abe I decided to take a home pregnancy test…  Much to our surprise the test was positive.  I was 6 months post-partum with Magnus; I was nursing & another pregnancy was definitely NOT in the plan.  However, like most of [...]

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General Updates–Part 2

By On August 18, 2011 · 1 Comment

When last we checked it was July 4th weekend & we were spending the weekend with family.  The Sunday of that weekend was reserved for the Erickson family gathering at Aunt ML’s house.  We go nearly every year (missed last year due to recovery from having Magnus) & it is always great to see the […]

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Random Nothings

By On July 18, 2011 · 1 Comment

I have a lot in my head but it is hard to put to the page.  This month is flying by in many ways though some days seem to drag.
The heat has been record setting and there is no end in sight.  Normally I don’t mind the heat & humidity of our summers […]

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Hard to Love

By On July 13, 2011 · Leave a Comment

I’m tired.  Not just physically but emotionally & mentally.  My week is always a challenge when Abe is out of town.  This week is no different. I have spent a couple days with my brother and his family which helps me feel less alone. Magnus is fun, makes me smile and gives me great snuggles.  […]

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Joplin, Missouri: Watching a Nation at Work

By On May 24, 2011 · Leave a Comment

By now everybody knows about the devastation in Joplin, MO.  Sunday an EF-4 tornado cut a swath of destruction that is unbelievable.  A few minutes of wind left St. John’s hospital damaged, the helicopter that would be immediately needed a crumpled heap of metal in front of the building.  The high school is gone as […]

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Update: Magnus

By On May 17, 2011 · 1 Comment
It’s been ages since I talked about Magnus.  He is a busy little boy & so entertaining.  Right now he is playing on the floor & singing to himself at the top of his lungs.  I can track him anywhere in the house based solely on his little voice.  He doesn’t say words yet except […]
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Thoughts on Events of the Day

By On April 10, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Dear Melville,

My apologies that it has taken me so long to respond to your most recent letter. I must admit that the words have seem jumbled as of late & haven’t wanted to appear ordered on the page. (Fair warning that this letter may not be as coherent as it should be.)

Pursuing the […]

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Notes Upon the Death of Your Grandmother : A Reply

By On April 4, 2011 · 1 Comment

Melville,

You honor me with the shared memories of your Nanny. My tears are not only for the grandmothers who aren’t with us but also for the strength & love they bestowed upon us – may we be worthy of carrying it forward.

Grandma was many things: hard working, funny, no nonsense and […]

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