Monthly Archives: February 2010

From a conversation between Ladybug and I about her crush on Alex, a boy from her preschool: The Ladybug: Don’t. Tell. Anyone.   It’s a un-prize. Me: Do you mean a surprise? The Ladybug: No.   When you wait to … Continue reading →

Dear Ladybug, This week you turned forty-seven months old.   While you’re still a month away from becoming the Big Four, that doesn’t much seem to matter anymore, as this month you became a Big Sister, which to you is … Continue reading →

Sunday coincided with two holidays: Valentine’s Day and the Chinese New Year.   As the former celebrates the concept of love and the latter celebrates the cycle of life, today seems like a good time to make an announcement about … Continue reading →

Today was the Ladybug’s last full day of swim practice.   As we walked into the front lobby of the city swim center, she stopped, put her hands on her hips, and inhaled deeply. “I like the smell of chlorine!” … Continue reading →