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Bryce is Baptized!
Bryce was baptized on Dec. 11 against the backdrop of Christmas decor and amid family, friends and the St. Peter’s church congregation. He was a champ during the process despite being hungry and very, very tired. Landon even actively participated… Continue reading
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Fall 2022: Halloween, Thanksgiving and Life
We’ve had a happy few months with Landon and Bryce. Landon got to bring his class pet, Lamby, home near the beginning of the school year and Lamby got to hike around our enchanted trail and meet the goats. Halloween… Continue reading
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Middle names and “yummy food”
Landon never ceases to entertain us. My parents recently asked Landon was Bryce’s middle name is. Landon thought for a moment, then said, “Tree!” Bryce’s middle name is Forrest, and I love that Landon clearly had an idea the name… Continue reading
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Destigmatizing Perinatal and Postpartum Mental Health
The American Psychological Association estimates one in seven women experience PPD. Here’s what has helped me – and not – while living with PPD/PPA. Continue reading
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We Love Having a Baby!
The past three+ months have been a blur of sleep deprivation, baby snuggles, preschooler shenanigans, diapers, food, milk and endless joy, love and coffee. As usual, I’ve been quite remiss in updating this blog, but this recent story sums it… Continue reading
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Brothers
One of my favorite things is watching Landon and Bryce together. Bryce loves watching his big brother and saves some of his best smiles for him. Landon is always eager to help, talk to Bryce, explain things and comfort him,… Continue reading
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Landon’s 2022 in review
2022 has been a great year! Landon turned four in April, which we celebrated with dirt cake decked out with gummy worms and tiny plastic shovels for spoons. We’ve had a full summer of swimming, park visits, picnics, kayaking, ice… Continue reading
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The Newest Cowin: Meet Bryce
During Fombellina’s radio silence of the past year I was busy growing a person! Meet Bryce Forrest Cowin. He arrived after a fast and furious labor late July 1, 7 pounds 2 ounces and 20 1/2 inches. Bryce loves snuggles,… Continue reading
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My Top Books of 2021
Check out my top books of 2021. Continue reading
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Return to Maine
Brian and I took our first true vacation in six years to Maine, where we kayaked, rode horses, hiked and ate lobster. Continue reading




