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One of the advantages of being a flight attendant flying out of LAX is that we now have direct flights to Raleigh Durham. In February I was so fortunate to nab one and layover 24 hours there. Maureen O’Brien picked me up and we went directly to Paul’s home. What joy it always is to see everyone. For over an hour the kids were playing outside. Kat was there along with Paul, watching out especially for “Baby Reagan”, as Larkin calls her. She keeps up with her siblings and insists on trying everything that Larkin does. Larkin, of course, was climbing, running, swinging and going down the slide, calling Reagan to keep up with her.

It got very windy and was time for dinner so everyone came in the house and watched as a crazy rain storm passed by. I called my husband, Barry, whom the kids fondly call “Uncle Barry” as their mother, aunt and uncle always have. They insisted on talking with him and John immediately asked “Uncle Barry, why are you not here? Are you coming when I’m asleep?” Larkin also had her questions and reclamations about Barry’s absence. It was so sweet, especially because they now remember everyone and visits are all the more special. Continue Reading →

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REAGAN! The highlight of the month was Reagan being released from the Special Infant Care Clinic at UNC Hospital. Paul took Reagan in for a full evaluation (Hearing, Bayley Development Examination, Physical, etc.) and she passed with flying colors. The staff was super impressed with her and they have zero concerns over her development today and for the future. Not to say that something couldn’t arise, but the likelihood is almost on par with any child. Continue Reading →