Sunrise, Massachusetts

Light breaks over the Eastern trees
The glowing orb, 93 million miles away

The dew bends the light into millions of colors
sparkling gems on the grass…

The birds cacophony transitions to a symphony
accompanying the view

What do you see in the sun rise?
What unspeakable miracles are you experiencing?

A timeless view in the mind of a child

Losing weight without speed

(The title is from a Jimmy Buffett song)

This morning, at the crack o’dawn, our door opened. Soleil popped in and said "Mommy! I am going to watch the sunrise" I mumbled something and sent her on her merry way.

Between 5 am and 7 am Soleil:

  • watched the sunrise
  • got her milk sippy out of the fridge
  • drew some pictures
  • got dressed
  • made her bed
  • cleaned her room
  • set out clothes for tomorrow
  • did all of this while singing out of tune

Jay rolled over and asked me at some point if I slipped her some speed last night. I replied that HE put her to bed, I was the one who had Luna.


Last night, the Buffalo Sabres regained face and beat the Ottawa Senators 3-2. At least we won’t be swept. Now, if we can win one more game and make it s 6 game series, there will be some pride restored to Buffalo.


The pajama project started in earnest last night when I created a pattern based on my jammies. I first forgot to take the waist to crotch measurement into consideration and the first pattern had the crotch at my knees. After some good natured ribbing and passes from Jay, I fixed that.
The fabric is cut and I can start sewing tonight!