Category: Memories
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Scrub-a-dub-dub One Archer in the Tub
Archer absolutely LOVED bath time. You could tell from the day he was born that this was one of his “happy places.” We gave him a bath every few days since he was born, and he loved it. If Archer had a rough day, we would start the bath water and bring him into the…
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Exhaustion
Since our IVF consultation this week, I have felt a sense of exhaustion. No, not like I am tired and ready for bed (even though I can only sleep a few hours each night these days). I’m emotionally exhausted. Our IVF consult went really well, but then Wednesday hit. About halfway through my morning, I…
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The Start Of It All
Theo and I started talking about having kids in early 2020. We had a trip to Disney World planned over our anniversary in May, and since you cannot ride most of the rides while you are pregnant, we agreed that we would start trying after we got back from Disney. As we all know, the…
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Uncle Nate & Auntie Alie
Q&A with Uncle Nate 1. What is your favorite memory of or with Archer? Sitting on the couch watching the Packer game with him, Theo, and Grandpa George. 2. What do you miss most about Archer? I miss him sleeping in my arms when I come to visit. 3. Did you learn anything through Archer,…
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Father’s Day Q&A
Theo Answers Questions Question: First thing that comes to mind when you think “Archer.” Theo: He hated art class. Question: What would you say was Archer’s quirkiest or most unique behavior? Theo: He always, for some reason, had his tongue sticking out. I have never seen another baby with their tongue sticking out quite as…
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Archer’s Smile
Papa’s Story This may be a little lengthy, but please give me a few minutes of your time. I have never shared this entire experience with anyone but my wife – till now. Music has always been a love of mine and a medium that I have related to throughout my life. Through every phase,…
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Remembering Archer
Nana’s Story I already had one grand boy, Max, whom I loved deeply and couldn’t imagine loving another the same. For that reason and just for variety, we wanted a baby girl. But then came Archer. I remember the day he was born. Britt called me from Menards and said, “Mom, what does it feel…
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One Month
One month has passed since Archer entered heaven. One day without Archer was hard, and I thought it would be the hardest. I was wrong. Consumed with ‘what happens next’ and planning his Celebration of Life, I had no time to process that he was gone. The dust has settled, and Archer feels so far…
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Rearview Mirror
Many parents these days have that mirror in their car that is hooked to the backseat, which allows the driver to see their child’s face and ensure they are okay in the car. I know, I know, these mirrors are fancy, and they probably didn’t have them back when I was a kid… Anyways, I…