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Introducing, Bowen Thoreau

Happy one month to our perfect addition, Bowen Thoreau, or "Beau." Born December 9th at 11:09
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Introducing, Bowen Thoreau

Bowen, baby head
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Hello, 2026.

And farewell, 2025. It's early in the morning, typing from my bed with one son on my
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Hello, 2026.

The clock in downtown Medina, NY.
Our Life

Where You Can Donate, Contribute, and Help Your Community

We love talking about food and drinks, but I love to talk about our community even more.
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Where You Can Donate, Contribute, and Help Your Community

Medina, NY, Our Life

Breaking New Ground at the Lee-Whedon Memorial Library

Last Friday morning, Roux and I stood with our neighbors and community leaders at Lee-Whedon Memorial Library,
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Medina, NY, Our Life

Breaking New Ground at the Lee-Whedon Memorial Library

Why Our Dog Can’t Walk: Part 1

I still always get excited when I get to say “our”, and not just “my”… This post is near and dear to my heart, and will most likely elicit tears as I write. If you missed out on the story of how Miah weaseled her way into my life, make sure you

Dealing with Relationship Baggage

We make it no secret that Scott and I have had previous relationships that meant a great deal. Moving in together meant that we both had to let go of the shadows of our past relationships out of respect for each other. Everyone has their own opinion on what is acceptable to

Extraordinary Alexandria Summer Social

This past week, I was fortunate enough to attend the Extraordinary Alexandria Summer Social which culminated in the official blog launch, “Extra Alex”. Though we are DC by name, we are all things DC and NoVa – happy to support where we live in Old Town, Alexandria. The evening was held at

News Around Town: Summer is Here!

Summer is officially here! This week there are several things to check out, things we’re cramming into our schedule, and even some things you should do WITH us…. Monday: TICO located at 1926 14th St, NW, will start serving happy hour during the week from 4-7pm every day. Deals will include drinks