Monthly Archives: November 2011

Ellie Hearts Abigail

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Alex Gorman

Time for a momentary aside from the photos of Gabe. Los Funtime came for a visit the other day and Ellie got to hang out with the new big sister. It was love at first epic squeal. Here’s the video: … Continue reading →

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For Comparison Only

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Alex Gorman

Since Gabe has been born I’ve experienced a profound and unexpected sense of completeness. There’s something about a family of four that just feels right. There’s something about having a daughter and a son that rounds out my life. I … Continue reading →

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Birthday Boy

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Alex Gorman

First of all, let me introduce Gabe. Gabriel Victor Gorman, born November 25, 2011. Around 9:30 on Friday morning, it became clear that Jessica’s water had broken, but her contractions hadn’t started yet. We told the midwives to start heading … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part XXIII

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Alex Gorman

On what she wants to write on her Thanksgiving stickers in the space for what she’s thankful for: “These stickers.” On things to say at 4 am, just as Dad is convinced you’ve fallen back to sleep: “Daddy, do you … Continue reading →

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Abstraction

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Alex Gorman

This item on boingboing brought me joy. I thought I’d share it with you. http://boingboing.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/bestabstract.jpg Warning: This is humor of a highly nerdy character.    

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Needem

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Alex Gorman

I drove Abigail to pre-school this morning, while we listened to Florence + The Machine’s “Remain Nameless.” Toward the end of the song, Abigail asked me, “What kind of phone is a Needem?” I had no response to this. Through … Continue reading →

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The Potentially Embarrassing Old Photo of the Week II

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Alex Gorman

It turns out I AM doing this weekly. At least once, anyway. This edition of the Embarrassing Old Photo of the Week features a Rackers. And you can clearly tell that this photo is old. There’s a give away. Can … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part XXII

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Alex Gorman

On Momma’s pregnancy outtie: “Maybe it’s a tongue!” On where her invisible friend/sister has to sit: “You have to sit on my lap because I’m the one who’s naked.” On her plans for the cat: “Don’t eat Limbo until I … Continue reading →

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The Potentially Embarrassing Old Photo of the Week

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Alex Gorman

The title of this post indicates that this might be a weekly feature. I admit that this is distantly possible. But anyone even slightly familiar with this blog will understand that I am unlikely to maintain a consistent rhythm to … Continue reading →

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