My father has taught me a lot of things over the years. I remember - through a series of "why" questions starting with "why does water come out of the tap?" - him explaining the water cycle to my sister and I when we were in preschool 😛 He also taught us about environmental issues … Continue reading If you’re not falling …
Category: Tankov’s Treks
43. Second Trimester
Second Trimester I have been thinking about the second trimester and how God perfectly designed pregnancy to have a bit of a lull in it, when you are not dealing with nausea as much or being exceeding round and big. A time when it has really dawned on us, we are going to have a … Continue reading 43. Second Trimester
42. Twenty-two weeks and growing
“Sweet, I did it again.. that was the fastest flip I have ever done.” The Creator smiled at the little boy who already enjoyed speed and motion. “Yes, you are quite the creation of mine and your quickness will continue to give me great pleasure, but don't forget to enjoy whatever you are doing with … Continue reading 42. Twenty-two weeks and growing
Alexis’s first pizza dream part 4
(The final section of a letter I wrote in September of 2005. Thanks for taking this trip down memory lane with me - Rusty) It took forever but we eventually made it to the other terminal, I eventually got through the right security checkpoints and security processes in the right order (eventually) and eventually I … Continue reading Alexis’s first pizza dream part 4
41. Ultrasound
I had a bit of nerves going into this ultrasound day, as the last one several weeks ago brought a shock of news that numbed me for the rest of the ultrasound. But by the time I was in the hospital, I had the peace that passes our understanding and experiences wash over me. We … Continue reading 41. Ultrasound
40. Dance Studio
Kick, kick, nudge. Well, the little one is certainly active. He is making it known to me that he is present. And like every pregnant mother experiences, he is creating awareness of ligaments and muscles that we don't know existed before this baby has joined our lives. There is joy in carrying this little one, … Continue reading 40. Dance Studio
Alexis’s first pizza dream part 3
(Still that letter from 2005 🙂 Half way through.) I look out the window. That is NOT Srinagar. Nope definitely NOT Srinagar. In fact it looks strangely like Delhi. I tap the man on the shoulder in front of me. "Excuse me ... did I overhear you say that you were going to Srinagar?" He … Continue reading Alexis’s first pizza dream part 3
39. Dance Class
“It's so amazing,” exclaimed the little one to his Creator, “There are so many parts of me that can move. Watch this I can even do things with my mouth.” This was followed by a small sucking sound and a swallow that was noticeable in the babies throat. Immediately after this was accomplished this baby, … Continue reading 39. Dance Class
38. Reassurance
Oh how good it was to hear the little ones beating heart after so many weeks of only having the last memory hearing his heart beat being dulled by the given knowledge that there was only one heart beat. This time it was pure joy, and a bit of relief to hear the strong sound … Continue reading 38. Reassurance
Alexis’s first pizza dream part 2
(Reminder that this is adapted from a letter I wrote home over a decade ago. Still worth reading I think 🙂 ) TODAY I get up at 4, share a Taxi to the airport with a german I just met from my hotel, am one of the first people in line and then am ushered … Continue reading Alexis’s first pizza dream part 2
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