Her toys sit where they were first placed one year ago, nearly untouched and gathering layers of dust. The special place in the basement that we created for her playtime, … Continue reading The Playroom
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Tori Update
Besides the fact that today marks one year since Tori last smiled, there is a great deal for which we are thankful. Tori has been doing amazingly well since we … Continue reading Tori Update
Sensitivity and Personal Responsibility
Someone recently asked me a question that I thought was worthy of an entire blog post because it is something that needs to be addressed in our culture. I was … Continue reading Sensitivity and Personal Responsibility
How 2015 Turned Out Differently
For the past few years, I, along with many others, have chosen a word or two to focus on for the year for personal growth. I had completely forgotten about … Continue reading How 2015 Turned Out Differently
Another Hockey Game for Miss Tori
Brennan receives free tickets a few times a year for Hershey Bears games as an employee perk. My parents enjoy going to games so we were happy to find out … Continue reading Another Hockey Game for Miss Tori
A Week of Lasts
Most parents reminisce about their child’s firsts – first word, first steps, first everything. It’s exciting to watch our children learn and grow as they explore their new world. For … Continue reading A Week of Lasts
Tori’s Bucket List: Picture by the “Victoria Avenue” sign
There is a road near our house that only has two houses on it, and few people realize it is even there, despite the fact that it connects with the … Continue reading Tori’s Bucket List: Picture by the “Victoria Avenue” sign
Tori’s Bucket List: Picture with Santa
My parents had mentioned that they would love to have a photo of Tori with Santa, but with her being in the hospital – and the normal holiday and family … Continue reading Tori’s Bucket List: Picture with Santa
Krabbe at First Sight
One year ago today we saw Krabbe in Tori for the first time. We only know this in hindsight – in the moment we had no idea why Tori was … Continue reading Krabbe at First Sight
Tori’s Bucket List: Make a Gingerbread House
As we thought of fun Christmas activities for Tori to do, the idea of making a gingerbread house came up pretty early. It was something we had never done ourselves, … Continue reading Tori’s Bucket List: Make a Gingerbread House
Even So, Joy 