I send you this well wish from my own bed, next to my sleeping son who farted himself awake, and my sleeping wife. Well before the clock hits midnight here.

Here’s to you all! Thank you for showing up to the weekly threads I put out. Each year we struggle in order to try and build a better world for our kids, and it’s been an honor to struggle along side you all!

In the last year my youngest started walking and growing his little vocabulary. He is such a card, my little joker. He’s developed such a cute personality. So outgoing and ready to interact with people and the world. He clearly loves his big sister and I catch him often emulating her much to her annoyance.

My oldest is becoming a little person, full of silly sassy energy. She is also expressing herself in so many fun ways: through dance, through art, through her words. She cares so deeply about her friends and teachers, always trying to make something for one of them. She clearly cares deeply about her little brother too, even if he annoys her at times. She is so empathetic it leaves me in awe. Even today, after stressing internally about refilling my prescription, she told me “you look a little sad”. Which was true, and very validating. I talked with her about why, and she listened even if she didn’t really understand.

I know we are a diverse group of parents, with kids of all kinds and ages. I hope for you and yours a year of happiness and love. A year of growth and triumphs. A year full of good memories.

Happy New Year !parenting@hexbear.net!

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