2005. The father watches his new baby sleep, marveling at his perfect little face, his fat little fingers, the way he sucks on his pacifier automatically. He feels pure love, never suspecting that this fresh miracle of an infant will, in 11 years, write him this poem for Father's … [Read more...]
Permit Approved
Six years ago our family moved to our current home. We chose the house for its location, in a lovely town that feels like a small town even though it's just another part of the sprawling metropolis of Los Angeles. We are separated from the rest of the city by a shifting barrier … [Read more...]
An Abundance of Caution
This morning I stood in the empty amphitheatre at my boys' elementary school, listening to the morning announcements with tears in my eyes. I have a standing meeting with the principal every Tuesday. We wait until the morning dropoff madness is over, until the kids are … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: School Pictures
3rd grade 5th grade These were taken on September 1. TODAY they agreed to get haircuts. Also, I let them choose their own outfits for picture day. Obvs. … [Read more...]
I Wanted a Pet
I Wanted a Pet by Kyle Prince, age 10 Kyle, age 5, in a tree I told my parents I wanted a pet But they said I wasn't ready for one yet I told my father I wanted a fish. "We'll cook it for dinner And you'll get thinner And I won't make you eat its finner." If my … [Read more...]