Author Archives: Alex Gorman

The Quotable Gabe, Part 11

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Alex Gorman

On whether he wants a burger: “No, not yet. Maybe in the summertime.” On his simplified version of the Voigt-Kampff test: “Is daddy a robot?’ On your standard toddler beverages: “Coffee is my favorite.” On things that are fine at … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Gabe, Part 10

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Alex Gorman

On hygiene and propriety: “Don’t touch me! I need to change my diaper!” On wearing his sister’s headband: “I’m Princess Daddy.” On wrapping the legs of a stuffed dog around his neck: “I’m all buckled up and now I can’t get … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part 61: Actual Birthday Edition

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Alex Gorman

On her stick: “I got a little rattlesnake tapper.” On why I can’t sing: “I’m your ruler, remember that? You cannot question the ruler.” On Gabe using a urinal for the first time: “Today is the first day of your … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part 60: Birthday Week Continues

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Alex Gorman

On picking leaves off plants with grandpa: “We’re killing things!” On the San Clemente pier: “Look, Gabe, there’s the pier right there! That stick thing!” On the gift of decorated golf balls for grandpa: “You can keep them forever until … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part 59: Birthday Week Edition

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Alex Gorman

On the Moonlight Beach lifeguard tower: “That looks like a place where Gormans live.” On her first words of the day, just after being woken up: “I think it looks like a desert in here.” On what she found in … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Gabe, Part 9

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Alex Gorman

On getting his hair rinsed in the bath: “Cry! Cry! Cry!” On the subject of his drawing: “A cup. Two cups! And a teacher! And a duck. And a bear. I’m doing a beautiful picture.” On the name of the … Continue reading →

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Avian Home Invasion

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Alex Gorman

A lot of you are probably aware that we have had a hummingbird nesting on our wind chime every Spring for the last few years. If you weren’t aware of this, I hope you feel the proper amount of shame … Continue reading →

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Do Not Ask About That

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Alex Gorman

My dad helped me patch a hole in our kitchen ceiling this weekend. Well, actually, my dad patched a hole in the kitchen ceiling this weekend, while I made lunch for the kids. I did help move some furniture. While … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Gabe, Part 8

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Alex Gorman

On Daddy singing “My Girl” to Momma: “No, she’s my girl.” On why he’s gotten so big: “Because.” On why I shouldn’t sit on his left side when we share a snack: “That’s too reachy for me.” On things to … Continue reading →

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*gasp*

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Alex Gorman

Abigail is frequently dismayed by the world around her. Many times, the only way she can adequately express her dismay is with a sudden, sharp intake of breath, loaded with shock. If you’re having trouble imagining this, Pinkie Pie is … Continue reading →

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