Day 2014 | Sunset
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I don’t love how early it gets dark these days (4:45ish), but watching some beautiful sunsets over the last week has made it *almost* worth it.
Day 2013 | Election Day
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We’ve been busy watching election coverage as the results trickle in. I’m trying to stay optimistic through some pretty unsettling indicators. I really don’t understand how this race is so close. I’m happy to live in a place that values free speech and democracy but this is a tough one for me. Fingers crossed that the map will look a bit better in the morning.
Day 2012 | Legends of Zelda Costumes
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Not to be braggy, but I feel like we really rocked our Zelda costumes this year. It was a total team effort to pull this off. Three weeks of crafting, several trips to consignment stores, one [very] talented grandma’s assistance, and two super excited little boys about seeing their parents dress up. I am not committing to family costumes on a yearly basis but it was totally the right call to make up for some of the downers of the past seven months.
Check out all the costume inspiration below…
Chase as Link
**Chase requested the blue tunic top for his costume with the red pants bottom.
Robbe as King Rhoam
Chris as Revali + Me as Zelda
Day 2011 | Happy Halloween
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When Covid takes away trick or treating what can you do to make up for it? Super elaborate family costume, obviously. I’ll do a breakdown of the costumes and characters tomorrow but for now just enjoy this group photo.
Our day was really lovely. I hope you’re was, too. Happy Halloween!
Day 2010 | Ready for Tuesday
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It’s been fun learning more about the government and elections with Chase over the past few weeks. We’ve got our electoral map ready to color in on Tuesday/Wednesday. Hopefully some results will be ready to be recorded by then, at least. We’ve got the 2020 swing states outlined in green (in case you’re wondering what that signifies). And the one that’s already colored in is the 2016 results. I’m hoping this year’s map looks *a bit* different.
If you haven’t already, please (PLEASE) make sure your vote is counted. If you end up quarantined on Election Day, there are still options for voting so reach out to me and I can get you the info.
Day 2009 | My Co-Worker
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Some days, my co-worker and I don’t get along very well. Some days, like today, it’s all sunshine and bunny-rabbits. Today was a really good day. Today was a day that made me think that Covid isn’t all bad. In what world would I have two days per week alone with my 8.5 year old?
Sometimes we just need a reminder that it’s not all bad, you know? Can you help me with that every now and then? Thanks in advance.
Day 2008 | Birthday Drive-By
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One of Robbe’s friends celebrated her birthday over the weekend and we got to be a part of it Covid-style. A sweet sign, lots of honking, and two happy 1st graders. There was also snow. Obviously.
Day 2007 | Lake Pulaski
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This is where we’ve been hanging out these days. Where else can we go, after all? Lake Pulaski is our home away from home most weekends and we couldn’t be more grateful to have a break from the monotony of Covid life.
Day 2006 | Pumpkin Carving
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I’ve never carved pumpkins in such a cozy environment. The fire was blazing, the boys we’re active participants (not always the case in years past), and it was an all around lovely way to spend part of our afternoon.
The boys really nailed the traditional jack o’lantern face, didn’t they?
Day 2005 | Tooth Battles
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Losing tooth #2 was a tough one. Robbe has been working on this tooth for weeks but we finally got it to break loose. It was a big day.
Day 2004 | Early Voting
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We did it. We voted. Now make sure you do, too. Ok? Pretty please!
Day 2003 | October Snow
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So this happened today. The boys were giddy. I was less enthusiastic.
As far as first snows go, this one was actually pretty great. A decent amount, warm temps (as warm as you’re going to get with snow, at least), and it was even packing snow (think snowballs, snow man, etc). We finished the night off with some hot cocoa. Winter is pretty great…just not quite yet.
Day 2002 | Sergeant at Arms
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The boys are 4-H officers this year! They’re sharing the position of Sergeant at Arms so they’re responsible for leading the pledges at every meeting—even virtually. The pressure is on.
Day 2001 | Yard Signs
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We’ve never put out a yard sign before. Somehow, this year it feels necessary. Robbe declared that he has seen more Biden signs than Trump. That’s got to mean something.
Day 2000 | 2000!
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Two thousand days of blog posts. Two thousand. That’s crazy, right?
With everything going on right now, I thought adding a “feeling thankful for” category was appropriate for this round of team updates. The world is so full of stress and uncertainties right now, it’s nice to be reminded about all there is to be thankful for. And we’re very aware of how privileged we are to be as comfortable as we are.
SARA
FAVORITES: The sound of leaves crunching, reading (I've been impressing myself during Covid!), eating so many apples, making buttons, enveloping myself in all things politics right now, playing the role of teacher, dreaming up Halloween costume ideas
FEELING THANKFUL FOR: Two kids who enjoy each other's company and make this crazy existence as easy and enjoyable as possible for all of us.
DREAM FOR THE FUTURE: A trip to Chris's hometown. I miss my in-laws.
CHRIS
FAVORITES: Planning a Halloween escape room, showing off his mad video game skills to the boys, feeling handy around the house, thinking of where we’ll travel when this is all over
FEELING THANKFUL FOR: The luxury of a stable job
DREAM FOR THE FUTURE: Being able to leave the house without all the stress (remember when we could do that?!?)
CHASE
AGE: 8.5
FAVORITES: Playing Legos, reading fantasy books (Wings of Fire are the current favorite), practicing typing, video-gaming (Zelda is the current favorite), playing Zelda outside (IRL), watching movies/tv shows (really anything on a screen), expressing his opinion, saying “bro”
FEELING THANKFUL FOR: Having a lake house (thanks, grandma and grandpa!)
DREAM FOR THE FUTURE: Being back in school full time. He misses his friends.
ROBBE
AGE: 6.5
FAVORITES: Playing just about anything with Chase, wearing masks (kids are so resilient), free-choice time at school, video-gaming, learning to read (he's doing SO well), drinking tea, talking (and talking and talking), making people laugh, eating sloppy joes (thanks, school lunch program)
FEELING THANKFUL FOR: Being alive. (no joke, that’s what he said)
DREAM FOR THE FUTURE: Playdates with friends. Why is everything so difficult right now?
Looking back at 2000 posts
Day 1999 | Back Indoors
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At least someone is happy to be back inside with the cold weather looming.
Day 1998 | Fall Stroll
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We did a bit of exploring on the Ice Age Trail yesterday. The sound of leaves crunching beneath your feet just never gets old, you know?
Day 1997 | Happy Fall
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Kids + leaf piles. Is there anything better?
Day 1996 | Vote
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Vote. Just vote. Ok?
Day 1995 | October Swimming
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It wasn’t a particularly warm day but it was sunny so we went for a final swim of the season thanks to some sweet friends. The boys had a blast and I enjoyed listening to the giggling and antics.
Summer 2020 was a bummer in so many ways, but this pool brought us much joy and saved my sanity on many occasions. Also, the boys are practically expert swimmers now, so that’s nice.
