Off the Pan, Into the Fire

My journey through the realm of raising our sons...

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

What's a safe haven?

Batman had the Batcave. Presumably it was place where he wouldn't be bothered, his identity safe. There are rabbits in out backyard that consider our patio a safe haven. Google has about nineteen million results for safe have, many of the early results being for shelters for women and pets alike.

I wasn't thinking of anything nearly so important as shelters for women or pets, or even Batman's lair. For me, it places in the house that I can leave something unmolested by Liam. Or it's places where Liam won't get hurt. Galen is mostly OK for not bothering some of my things, though not perfect by any stretch.

Liam opened the refrigerator yesterday. This morning he climbed up on the dinning room table. I'm running out of safe haven's. It's only a matter of time before he discovers how to start the car and drive off.

Monday, April 20, 2009

Easter in Indy

Shanna traveled, and so did we. Since she was going to be gone for a week, the kids might as well get some quality grand-parent time. Like over last year's 4th of July, Grandma flew up and helped me drive down. And then she helped with the return, stayed a few days, and flew home.

Galen and Liam were acquainted with some family, was photographed with the East Bunny, and participated in Grandma & Grandpa's famous Easter Egg Hunt. While I have a few other clips & photos, ya just gotta love a kid that's happy with what he's got.

Friday, April 03, 2009

In memory of

This too, shall pass. It is true for all of us, friends, family, and pets. When a person dies, we all think we know the sense of loss, sorrow. But what about the longtime pet? I know the loss. I think I know what some in Arizona are feeling.

Goodbye Bali.

A pet becomes connected to us, or at least us to it. When they pass away, a connection is lost, and a bit of ourselves.

Sleep well Bali, and may your family remember your connection, grieve your loss, and celebrate your memory.