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[These are select bits from journal entries.] 2005. Dec. After years of practicing efficiency, I believe I can finally have one child and not disrupt my entire life, sink into chaos. The structure I have created is comforting, and it [structure] is good for children too. It is not so rigid though, as to become stifling or boring. Mario says maybe he can do better this time and raise a daughter who will love and respect him. He is so playful, has so much love and knowledge to give. He hopes for her that she is kind and that she remember her ancestors and her background. [In this journal I then list all of my wishes for her future]. [newborn] 2006. Mar 3. I decided to just let her sleep on my chest where she was comfortable. It was so nice just to hold and sleep with her next to my skin, where she could sleep on her stomach. I had wanted to follow the official recommendations to reduce risk of SIDS, but neither of us sleeps [with her in the bedside bassinet, because she kept s...