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Alisa. 37. New Hampshire. Married for almost three years to this wonderful, funny, smart guy. Previously married. Went through in-vitro fertilization to have my five year old magical son Keegan. Stepmother to the charming Isabelle (6). Gushingly in love with our baby boy Harper(1). Policy Wonk and dreaded bureaucrat. Lover of fine cuisine, honeybees, truly romantic moments and the underdog.
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Curried Beef Short Ribs

Note: I found this was more realistically four servings.

Finishing this dish with lime zest and juice brightens its rich flavors.

Yield 6 servings (serving size: about 3 ounces ribs, 2/3 cup rice, and about 2 1/2 tablespoons sauce)

2 teaspoons canola oil
2 pounds ...continue reading

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Hi! Erika again -Alisa will be home Tuesday, and after some rest and attending to her new baby boy, she'll post a hello - but I printed out the comments from the last few days, and she was so happy to hear all your good thoughts and well-wishes. I'll print out more and bring them to her tomorrow, so be sure to leave some comment love! :-)

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Excerpt: Oh, oh, oh, isn't it scrumptious?! Isn't it just lovely? I'm so stoked. Go give Mel some serious kudos for dragging me and ol' zen luna here out of the dark ages. Then hire her! She does great work! p.s...for...
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Peanut ... er ... Keegan is here!
Excerpt: I'm really choked up right now because Keegan has arrived to mama Alisa's family today! I really needed some good news today and this just about does it! Isn't that wonderful? And isn't he beautiful?...
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Congratulations Alisa and Tom!!

I'm so happy for both of you. I hope you are resting and enjoying your new little love. *hugs*

Shared by mel at January 25, 2004 1:59 PM

Congratulations, you three! Keegan is just beautiful, and I'm so glad to hear of his arrival!

Shared by Cheryl at January 25, 2004 2:00 PM

he's so so beautiful! what a great little mug.

Shared by jane at January 25, 2004 2:30 PM

What a precious little face! Congrats again! :)

Shared by julie at January 25, 2004 2:33 PM

Alisa, he's so beautiful! I am so happy for you and your new family (((hugs))) Congratulations on the birth of your first son. Enjoy your babymoon with him! He's so tiny!!!!

Shared by Eden at January 25, 2004 2:54 PM

COngratulations to you new family! Keegan is adorable, and I wish you all the best of luck!

Shared by Margie at January 25, 2004 3:07 PM

Sharp lookin' peanut. Congratulations!

Shared by steve at January 25, 2004 3:15 PM

He is adorable. I wish the three of you the best of luck. Get some rest.

Shared by Steph at January 25, 2004 4:44 PM

Oh he is so precious! Congrats!

Shared by allison at January 25, 2004 4:55 PM

Welcome to the world, Little Man! Congrats to you and dh, Alisa!

Shared by N. at January 25, 2004 5:39 PM

Congrats!!! I was just telling a friend this morning about how hard your journey has been to get to this wonderful day (and I know I don't even know the half of it). It is so hard to believe that when I first started talking to you that you weren't even pregnant and now look at you! Congrats again! HUGSS

Shared by Jennifer B. at January 25, 2004 5:43 PM

Awwwww! Look at that cute little nose! Absolutely precious :) Congratulations again to you all!

Shared by Michelle at January 25, 2004 5:57 PM

Congratulations! He's a beautiful baby boy!

Shared by Amy at January 25, 2004 6:00 PM

He's BEAUTIFUL! Welcome to the world, little Keegan and big huge Congratulations, new Mom and Dad!! As one journey ends, so a new one begins - much love and joy to you all! :)

Shared by Christine at January 25, 2004 6:10 PM

Not only a beautiful baby but a beautiful name as well. May he have many years of love in his future. *smiles*

Shared by ilgondo at January 25, 2004 6:11 PM

What a journey it's been for you, and now you have your beautiful baby boy! Hopefully the rash subsides soon, if it hasn't already! Sending you warm hugs and good vibes for a speedy recovery. Congrats Tom & Alisa!

Shared by Liz at January 25, 2004 8:00 PM

What a cutie! Congrats again!

Shared by allie at January 25, 2004 9:24 PM

Hey Alisa!
I've been lurking since forever and would just like to say CONGRATULATIONS on your NEW BABY!!! He is so adorable. Hope you're doing well:)

Shared by Kila at January 25, 2004 11:11 PM

He's so beautiful. I'm so happy for you guys!! Congrats again!!

Shared by Amy at January 26, 2004 7:46 AM

Congratulations Mom and Dad! What a beautiful baby boy!!

Shared by Cindy P at January 26, 2004 8:29 AM

CONGRATS, guys!!! He's gorgeous, and what a movie star name - I love it! :) I hope to meet Keegan soon!!!

Shared by Meredith at January 26, 2004 10:10 AM

All I can say is am soooo happy that you finally got what you and your husband worked so long and hard for. He is lucky to be getting such loving parents. Congratulations to the three of you!!

Shared by Daneris at January 26, 2004 10:36 AM

congratulations, alisa and tom! keegan is a beautiful little boy; best wishes to all.

Shared by beth at January 26, 2004 4:29 PM

I'm going shopping for a little top hat, monocle and cane so we can start calling him Mr. Peanut!

Good job, team! Now hit the showers!

Shared by stacey at January 26, 2004 4:55 PM

Congrats Alisa and Tom!!! I am so happy for yall! Sending you guys big hugs from Southern La:O)

Shared by Leslie at January 26, 2004 6:22 PM

Oh, he's so sweet! Congratulations!

Shared by Shana at January 27, 2004 1:55 PM

Oh goodness I am such a sap I read what eka wrote about her experence and started bawling lol!!!! I am sooooo happy for you!!! I am sorry to say that Keegan wont beable to enjoy his new blanket for at least another month lol but I'll kick it up and work harder I have been a slacker lol....I miss you and can't wait to meet Keegan. I know you will be a great Mom...You are such a sweet awsome person...the baby is soooo cute! I also want to say that I like his name its different than the everyday name you don't hear it as often...and it sounds like a good strong name...everyone with those K names grow up to be sooooo Intellegent!!!! ;) Hope to see you soon!!!! And dont worry about the blanket he will get some use out of it this winter!!! I promise!!!

((((((((((Alisa))))))))))))))hugs.....

Shared by Kerry at January 28, 2004 12:06 AM

You don't know me, but Congratulations anyway! He looks a little sweetie. Take care. L x x x

Shared by Loody at January 28, 2004 8:09 AM

Congrats new mommy and daddy! You have such a CUTE ADORABLE and SNUGGLISCIOUS little boy!

Shared by skurdycat at January 28, 2004 9:26 PM

He's absolutely precious -- many congrats!!!

Shared by robyn at January 30, 2004 12:32 AM

Cute, cute, cute!! I'm so excited for all of you, and know you're just thrilled to have your family together now!

Shared by Tracy at January 30, 2004 3:10 PM









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