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Tag Archives: Ruthie
The Post of Ruth
Ah, Ruthie, Rutabega, Rue, Ruey, Baby Ruth, The Rue, Rue Baby. Rose calls her “Roofie” and our housekeeper from Guatemala calls her “Rudy.” An entire post can barely contain her, but I will sure as heck try. She has … Continue reading
If Ruthie had an Instagram
Every month or so, I try to take a Saturday to have a mommy daughter date with Ruthie or Rosie. My saintly husband will usually watch the girls for a while on the weekends so that I can do stuff … Continue reading
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A Black Plague Themed Birthday Party
Ruthie had her third birthday party yesterday. If you were hoping for gorgeous pictures of Martha Stewart-worthy handmade decorations and a charming theme like, “Voyage to Paris,” well . . . . sorry. I think I must be the least … Continue reading
Happy Birthday to Rue!
Dear Ruthie- This day three years ago, your father and I were nervously driving at the crack of dawn to the hospital. We couldn’t believe it was time to meet you already. You had been stubbornly breech for most of … Continue reading