This morning I woke Keegan up with a hearty greeting and told him that Aunt Erika's baby is coming today. He replied with "Yeah!" Later on he was in my room and picked up my package of Buddha pencil toppers and he looked at me and said, "Erika's baby?" So we all have babies on the brain today. In fact I doubt any of you are reading this because you are constantly checking her website for updates.
I have my bag in the car in case and I am here waiting to hear when I need to head down. We have an open plan depending on her needs. So I am going to be here at work trying to focus and get things done. I am purposely doing things that don't require a huge amount of concentration. I am so excited I can hardly sit still.

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.

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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Across The Universe
With Each Goodbye, You Learn
Harper Stats
Happy Birthday Gorgeous!
Oh God, Book One
Peep Peep
Kissiversary 2009
The Puzzle
Curried Beef Short Ribs
Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
With Each Goodbye, You Learn
Harper Stats
Happy Birthday Gorgeous!
Oh God, Book One
Peep Peep
Kissiversary 2009
The Puzzle
Curried Beef Short Ribs
Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

Big Day, Hopefully
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Hi...love the site. Are you and Erika sisters? I know you two are very close from reading both your blogs, but I can't figure out if you two are sisters or not??
I am so STOKED about Sammy's impending arrival. I can't wait for more news heheh I'm glad you'll be able to be with her when/if she needs you! Send her all our best!