Category Archives: Gabriality

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 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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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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The Quotable Gabe, Part 7

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Alex Gorman

On the armadillo: “Dop-a-dop-a-demo.” On being upset to be pulled away from our insect home invasion: “Want see ants all over the place!” On his enthusiasm for Dad’s headwear: “I’m wear hat!” On what flavor pancakes he wants: “Isaac.” On … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Gabe, Part 6

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Alex Gorman

On the empty dirt field: “What’s that? What’s that? Ooh! What’s that?” On the color of the light coming through his curtain: “Black.” On the color of the light through his curtains, reconsidered: “Regular.” On 6 am requests: “Want some … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Gabe, Part 5

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Alex Gorman

On things to say while a parent is talking to him, which always seems only tangentially related to a zipper : “Zip it.” On addressing his toy boat, which contains no reptiles: “Come out, lizard.” On seeing me holding a … Continue reading →

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Abigail’s Latest Photos

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Alex Gorman

Abigail took a lot of photos today. She started with some of the dolls, then went for some general house shots. When she was done, I asked if she wanted to choose a few to share with people. What you … Continue reading →

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The Top Five YouTube Videos, as Selected by Gabe

Posted on September 7, 2013 by Alex Gorman

Gabe doesn’t watch much television. This is by design and is the result of good parenting choices. However, due to a loophole in the regulations we set up, we do have YouTube enabled on our TV. But it’s totally not … Continue reading →

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On-Field Family Drama

Posted on August 26, 2013 by Alex Gorman

Gabe likes books. Not only does he like them read to him, but he likes to read them to you. He’ll identify the characters and, briefly, describe the action. One of the enduring classics in Gabe’s library has been Goal: … Continue reading →

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