A poem inspired while swimming in the BVIs on a sailing trip with Elizabeth and two other couples.

James, You are so big. You had your one-month check-up today and you were 8 pounds and 13 ounces.  When you were born, you were 6 pounds. So, in one…

Today, before leaving for Ireland I spent much of the afternoon outdoors at our Lake house swimming in the lake and soaking up the late summer sun. I sometimes forget…