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It’s hard to believe it’s been almost a year since I happened upon the Nursing is Normal, Madison project.
Almost 11 months since we had our photos taken.
Almost 10 months since I first saw, and was amazed by, the slideshow.
And now, today, look what landed in my inbox.
(All photos were taken by Lea Wolf. If you’d like to see more, check out the flickr set.)
It is hard to believe that he was, truly, that tiny. Less than a year ago. Really.
I’ve gotta say, these are shots that I will cherish. Forever. As soon as I saw them, it just brought it all back. All those memories and moments. Those uncertainties as a new mama. The trust you have to have when nursing. It all came flooding back and it was just as clear to me today as it was the day those photos were taken.
Now, as I nurse my toddler, seeing these photos reminded me how very different the experience is. How different, but how important, it has been for my boy through all the months of his life.
I’m not sure where our nursing relationship will go from here or how long the path will be, but I’m so very grateful that I’ve gotten the chance to nourish him, body and soul. 16 months, and counting.
Thank you Lea. Thank you for capturing those moments, thank you for sharing them with us. Thank you for the trip I took down memory lane today and that I’m sure I’ll take so many times in the future. It is, truly, a great gift.
Posted on July 21, 2010. 1 comment
exploring new textures
embracing the mess, knowing that it is evidence of a night spent with good friends
designing a little vest for my little man, hoping that it will be ready in time for spring
drinking whole bunches of chai tea using the concentrate i read about over there
relishing the return of the light and not having to turn the lamps on until dusk
watching Ewan explore seashells in the best way he knows how, by putting them in his mouth
trusting that he will make good choices if given good options
Posted on February 12, 2010. 2 comments
There are many little places in our home that I love, but there is one that I love more than the rest. It’s a good thing actually, since it is the corner where I also spend quite a bit of time.
I nurse here. I relax with a book and a cup of tea here. I rock my babe late at night here. I sit here and dream and imagine. And it is such an easy place to be, since I am surrounded by so many of my favorite things in this little corner.
Spring and Fall. Two of the four seasons from our second anniversary art purchase.
A guardian angel, a little gift from one of my cousins. It always makes me smile when I see it.
Our books to read shelf. A number of titles, waiting to be read, right there at my fingertips, inviting me to grab them when I have a spare moment.
A basket full of knitting projects and yarn, just waiting to be played with.
My favorite (and finished) curtains. These are, by far, the sewing project that I am most proud of…ever. Sitting by them makes me happy just looking at the bright red peonies and inspires me to sew more, patiently.
Posted on October 15, 2009. Add a comment
This is Sheldon. I saw the pattern online awhile back and thought that it was awfully cute, but I didn’t know if I had the patience to make something so fiddly. Luckily, I didn’t have to!
A dear friend here in Japan gave Ewan the turtle yesterday and we couldn’t have been more excited. As soon as I saw him, I squealed, “It’s Sheldon!”
She thought of everything. The eyes are embroidered, rather than buttons, making him baby safe. It is stuffed with organic cotton, she knew that the babe most certainly will be putting this little guy in his mouth. And the yarn is superwash wool, so the whole thing can be thrown right into the laundry. Perfect!
We introduced Ewan and Sheldon this morning. At first he was ambivalent.
Then, a bit scared.
Finally, after spending a few moments getting acquainted, they became friends.
I do believe it’s a friendship that is going to last a long, long time.
finishing – the ugliest crochet blanket ever.
hoping – that even though it is ugly, it will always have a place in our home.
using – a new calendar. Despite the chaos in my life right now, it is amazing how something as simple as a 500 yen calendar can make me feel as though I am in control of my life.
smelling – the hydrangeas. They are everywhere and I can’t stop and admire each one that I pass.
eating – nutella. How is it that I didn’t discover this amazing hazelnut and chocolate spread until now?! It is perfect on everything, but I especially like it on apple slices.
watching – Ewan discover toys.
brainstorming – about a top-secret project that is really inspiring me right now.
enjoying – huge cloth diapered butts with animals on them.
wishing – that big people could get away with having animals on their butts.
listening – each night as I nurse Ewan to sleep, Aaron reads aloud to us. Right now, it is the Da Vinci Code, the definition of a page turner, and a reason to be grateful that Ewan nurses for sooooo long.
eating – tiny, red japanese grapes. Oh how I will miss these when we are gone.
feeling – this new yarn slide through my fingers. Each morning, during Ewan’s morning nap in the sling, I sit down for awhile at my spinning wheel. Slowly treading the pedals, watching the yarn gather on the bobbin, and listening to the quiet sounds of my babies breathing, is an extraordinarily peaceful way to start the day.
wearing – my favorite patchwork skirt. I love skirt season!
