by Amy Scalia | Jul 27, 2015 | Letters to Lola
I never realized how many mirrors we have in our house until you came along. Even when you were a newborn, your eyes would light up when you’d see yourself in the mirror. And now, as a toddler, who can stand on the bathroom counter and lean up against your reflection,... by Amy Scalia | Jul 20, 2015 | Letters to Lola
I’ve been going to Myrtle Beach for the past two decades with my parents, and this was my first year going AS a parent. It was an out-of-body experience to show you the ocean that I remember as a little girl asking “Are we there yet?” a million times on the way…... by Amy Scalia | Jun 29, 2015 | Letters to Lola
“You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy when skies are grey…” I wish I had a dollar for every time I’ve sang that song to you in the past 10, almost 11, months. I’d be writing this from our million dollar beachfront mansion if that gives you any... by Amy Scalia | Jun 15, 2015 | Letters to Lola
I have to share a little secret with you: Superman lives here. Yes, I know you’ll hear that Clark Kent lives in Metropolis and works for the Daily Planet. I’m talking about a different Superman, though. The one you call daddy. Your... by Amy Scalia | May 4, 2015 | Letters to Lola
Mother’s Day is coming up this weekend, and now (thanks to you!), I get to celebrate as a mom for my first time this year! As I look around the room with baby toys everywhere, a burp cloth over my shoulder, and you cooing to yourself in your jumper — it’s hard to... by Amy Scalia | Apr 27, 2015 | Letters to Lola
A parent teaching their child about sharing. Not a novel concept, I know, but I want to teach you something different about sharing. A little over a year ago, I published one of the most personal things — actually THE most personal thing — I’ve... 