Don’t Look Away
Early this morning my 12 year old stumbled to the kitchen for breakfast. I poured him juice and bowl of cereal and made his lunch. As he woke up he came alive with the joy that there are only … Continued
A White Privileged Mom in the Suburbs
It’s happened again. A senseless act of hate, terror and racism took the lives of too many and brought our country to its knees. The bloggers have lit up the internet, the cable news outlets are spinning this way and … Continued
Raising Little Boys ep. 901
Living with little boys sure will keep you on your toes and give you a new appreciation for all things creepy and crawly. As I sit and reflect on the turtles, frogs, worms and talk of poop I have come … Continued
5 Reasons You Should Join Gymboree Today
You know those times when you are kind of desperate and feel like your blindly fumbling through life? That was me when my first born was a toddler. This child was not content to sit at home playing with … Continued
Is 3 the new 2?
When I was little I would sit around with my friends and we would dream what our lives would be like. Would we be stay at home moms or career women? Would our husband be a tall, dark and handsome … Continued
4th Grade Homework Will Be My Undoing
Wits, allow me to introduce you to end. You two should get along swimmingly, and try this straight jacket on for size. I think you’ll find it quite comfortable. This child and 4th grade homework will be the end of … Continued
Thoughts on Growing Up
Something unexpected and alarming happened this week while shopping for snow boots. The salesman informed me that my son is now in adult size shoes. He is a mens size 6. MENS. SIZE. SIX. One minute we were shopping … Continued
Control the Clutter 30 Day Challenge
In case you haven’t noticed, Christmas is coming. The idea of more stuff entering my house without the prospect of other stuff exiting my house makes my tummy a little uneasy. Clutter can quickly get out of control in my … Continued
Elf on the Shelf Rant
It’s time for the yearly Elf bashing. Let me start by saying this…if Elf on the Shelf truly gives you joy in your heart. If you find no greater pleasure than hiding your Elf all over the house and … Continued